ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology

VU course code: ICT30120 | Level of study: TAFE

Duration

0.5 years full time

Delivery mode

Face to Face with eLearning

Fees

Free TAFE

No tuition fees for eligible students

Location

Footscray Nicholson, Sunshine

Next start date

16 July 2024

Application closes

12 July 2024

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Overview

Start your journey to becoming a technology expert with the Certificate III in Information Technology ICT30120 at Victoria University.

Develop your technical skills in programming, database and web development, basic cloud computing, cyber security, digital media and generalist IT support services.

You will develop industry-essential and transferable skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving and presentation skills. Plus, you'll gain customer service skills to support a range of technologies, processes, policies and clients.

Upon completion of this course you will have knowledge and skills in:

writing basic programs for software applications
developing basic web applications
producing digital images for the web
protecting privacy and intellectual property rights
working effectively in teams and with ICT clients.

Our information technology course is co-designed with industry experts and you'll use modern facilities and equipment at the Sunshine Skills Hub. You will also be able to network with workplaces, join industry bodies, and apply for virtual internships.

: ICT30120 - Certificate III in Information Technology learning outcomes are as follows:

Knowledge:
Graduates at this level will be competent in a wide range of general information and communications technology (ICT) technical functions and to achieve a degree of self-sufficiency as an ICT user. Individuals working at this level will be able to support information technology activities in the workplace across both a wide range of ICT areas, including technical support, network administration, web technologies, software applications and digital media technologies as well as utilising ICT skills in other areas of a business such as administration, customer service or support roles.
ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology is a foundation pathway course in the ICT field, providing a bridge to future higher level training options or entry-level skills to assist individuals looking to upskill and return to the workforce.

Skills:
Graduates of Certificate III in Information Technology will be able to perform a range of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) roles, including animation, basic cloud computing, basic cyber awareness, digital media skills, generalist IT support services, networking, programming, systems and web development.
Most jobs today involve technology and nearly all jobs of the future will revolve around technology.

Employment:
Upon completion of the Certificate III in Information Technology, students will be equipped to work across varying entry-level roles within the ICT industry, including but not limited to:
- technical support
- network administration
- web technologies and development
- software applications
- digital media
Students will also be able to apply their broad digital knowledge to wider sections of a business outside of IT, e.g. working in administration and updating/building a company website.
: VU's industry connections let you make professional contacts and gain practical experience before you graduate.

We have links with companies including Cisco, Amazon, Microsoft and Inspur. You'll also learn from industry guest lecturers, as well as our expert staff.

Past students training in IT at VU Polytechnic have had the opportunity to network with industry and gain employment at organisations including:

Drive Agencies Pty Ltd

Australian Unity

Claytons Group Pty Ltd.
: Our range of up-to-date technologies will prepare you for future professional practice. You'll have access to extensive computing and networking resources including:

a full set of Cisco routers and switches

virtualisation (Hyper-V) infrastructure

Amazon cloud servers

mobile labs

graphics and video authoring tools

software development kits

latest software packages including net and Java integrated development environment.
: The Sunshine Skills Hub provides flexible training solutions that focus on developing the skills industry demand. Skills that involve a blend of creative thinking, problem solving, collaboration, and specialist technical skills in emerging fields such as:

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

3D printing

drone surveying

construction robotics

data analytics

e.health

cybersecurity.

This course is nationally recognised training.

Entry requirements

When assessing your application, we consider your education, work experience, current skills and personal attributes (where relevant).

Applicants for this course will need to meet the entry criteria outlined below. If you don’t meet the entry criteria, you may be able to gain entry by first completing a different course. We call this a ‘pathway’.

You may also be eligible for ‘Recognition of Prior Learning’, which lets you finish your course more quickly when you have gained some of the skills required from past study or work experience.

Entry criteria

Credit & Entry pathways into this course

Victoria University is committed to providing a transparent admissions process. Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not guarantee entry into this course. Past academic performance may be considered.

Course Structure

To be awarded the ICT30120 - Certificate III in Information Technology, a total of twelve (12) units of competency must be achieved, comprising of:

- six (6) core units, and;

- six (6) elective units, of which:

* at least 4 units must be selected from the elective units listed

* up to 2 units may be selected from the remaining listed elective units or from this or any other currently endorsed training package qualification or accredited course at Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 2, 3 or 4.

Units

Fees & Scholarships

TAFE fees vary, depending on how much the government contributes towards course costs (if anything).

Read below to find out about the fee ‘type’, the estimated yearly tuition costs for this course, and the financial support on offer.

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CAREERS

Australia’s information and communications technology (ICT) industry is a dynamic and rapidly growing market.

The Certificate III in Information Technology ICT30120 prepares you for a range of entry-level roles across IT, government, banking and finance, retail, education, health, media, logistics and manufacturing.

You will gain the skills to pursue a possible career in: