Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
Description
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in a range of ICT fields at Certificate IV level. The qualification has a strong core ICT base sharing the same core competencies as several other IT qualifications of the same level. Depending on the stream chosen, this qualification offers pathways into a number of IT qualifications at Diploma level.
It is a broad and flexible qualification with multiple internal pathways and no direct equivalent in ICA99 Version 3. However, where the combination of core and elective units selected matches another ICA05 Certificate IV in IT equivalent, the latter award must be issued in preference to this 'general' qualification. Note: This alternative qualification must be on the RTO's scope of registration to issue the latter award. This will ensure that there is clear identification of the work-related area of specialisation that has been undertaken.
Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) will find the contents of this qualification useful at a technical specialist support level.
It has 7 specialist streams (both core and elective) which enable maximum choice and flexibility to suit enterprise needs. Selection of units from at least 3 of the 7 specialist streams are required to complete this qualification. The 7 streams are:
- Software
- Networking
- Client Support
- Hardware/Operating Systems
- Communications/Documentation
- Analysis/Management
- Multimedia
Job Roles
It is difficult to identify one specific vocational outcome for this qualification because of the 'general' nature of this qualification and the diverse array of unit choices and streams available. Graduates exiting this qualification will be likely to secure employment in an ICT 'generalist' role with useful skills and knowledge across several of the specialist streams. The judicious choice of stream and electives units would provide for more specialist vocational outcomes associated with the streams. Job titles listed for other ICA05 Certificate IV qualifications that in part match the above streams could provide some guidance.
Prerequisite Requirements
A number of units within this qualification have prerequisites. These are detailed as follows:
Code and Title |
Prerequisite units required |
ICAA4047B Determine project specifications and secure client agreement |
ICAA4041C Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs |
ICAA4058B Apply skills in object-oriented design |
ICAA4233B Determine and apply appropriate development methodologies |
ICAB4136B Use structured query language to create database structures and manipulate data |
ICAB4225B Automate processes |
ICAB4219B Apply introductory object-oriented language skills |
ICAB4225B Automate processes |
ICAB4220B Create scripts for networking |
ICAB4225B Automate processes |
ICAB4222B Apply introductory programming skills in another language |
ICAB4225B Automate processes |
ICAB4247A Link an RFID system to a database |
ICAB4136B Use structured query language to create database structures and manipulate data |
ICAD4190B Maintain information standards |
ICAD4217B Create technical documentation |
ICAD4198B Develop guidelines for uploading information to a website |
ICAD3218B Create user documentation ICAD4217B Create technical documentation |
ICAI4097C Install and configure a network |
ICAI3101B Install and manage network protocols |
ICAI4175C Select and install a router |
ICAI3101B Install and manage network protocols |
ICAI4188B Install and maintain a server |
ICAI3101B Install and manage network protocols ICAI3020B Install and optimise operating system software # ICAS3120C Configure and administer a network operating system # |
ICAI4244A Install and maintain an RFID system |
ICAI3101B Install and manage network protocols ICAI4029B Install network hardware to a network |
ICAI4249A Implement and evaluate data security |
ICAS3024B Provide basic system administration ICAS4124B Monitor and administer network security # |
ICAI4251A Implement and evaluate network and telecommunication security |
ICAS4119B Monitor and administer system security # ICAS4124B Monitor and administer network security # |
ICAP4037B Contribute to the development of a strategy plan |
ICAA4041C Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs |
ICAS4107B Manage resolution of system faults on a live system |
ICAS3024B Provide basic system administration ICAT3025B Run standard diagnostic tests ICAT4221B Locate equipment, system and software faults |
ICAS4109B Evaluate system status |
ICAT3025B Run standard diagnostic tests |
ICAS4112B Optimise system performance |
ICAI3110C Implement system software changes # |
ICAS4114B Implement maintenance procedures |
ICAT3025B Run standard diagnostic tests |
ICAS4119B Monitor and administer system security |
ICAI3020B Install and optimise operating system software ICAS3024B Provide basic system administration |
ICAS4124B Monitor and administer network security |
ICAS3032B Provide network systems administration # |
ICAS4125B Monitor and administer a database |
ICAS3024B Provide basic system administration |
ICAS4127B Support system software |
ICAI3020B Install and optimise operating system software |
# This unit has prerequisite requirements. Section 1.6 provides further details.
Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
The following units contain the basic fundamentals of ICT knowledge and skills for all qualifications at Certificate III in IT and above. These units or demonstrated equivalence are required for entry into this qualification:
BSBCMN106A Follow workplace safety procedures
ICAD2012B Design organisational documents using computing packages
ICAU1128B Operate a personal computer
ICAU2005B Operate computer hardware
ICAU2006B Operate computing packages
ICAU2013B Integrate commercial computing packages
ICAU2231B Use computer operating system
ICAW2001B Work effectively in an IT environment
ICAW2002B Communicate in the workplace
Employability Skills Summary
Employability Skills Summary
ICA40105 Certificate IV in Information Technology (General )
The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills appropriate for a person who is a generalist with responsibility for web site development and maintenance. The Employability Skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.
Employability Skill |
Industry requirements for this qualification include : |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem Solving |
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Initiative and Enterprise |
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Planning and Organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
Qualification Structure
To attain the ICA40105 Certificate IV in Information Technology (General) 23 units must be achieved:
- 8 common core units; plus
- 9 specialist stream core units (3 units chosen from any 3 specialist core streams - Software, Networking, Client Support, Hardware/Operating Systems, Communications/Documentation, Analysis/Management, Multimedia); plus
- 6 elective units
Achieve 8 Common Core Units
Common Core
BSBCMN304A Contribute to personal skill development and learning
ICAA4041C Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs
ICAB4225B Automate processes
ICAD4043B Develop and present a feasibility report
ICAD4217B Create technical documentation
ICAT4221B Locate equipment, system and software faults
ICAW4214B Maintain ethical conduct
PSPPM402B Manage simple projects
Achieve 9 Specialist Core Stream Units (by choosing 3 units from any 3 specialist streams below - Software, Client Support, Hardware/Operating Systems, Communications/Documentation, Analysis/Management, Multimedia, Networking)
Specialist Core Stream - Software
ICAA4051B Develop client user interface
ICAA4058B Apply skills in object-oriented design
ICAA4233B Determine and apply appropriate development methodologies
ICAB4075B Use a library or pre-existing components
ICAB4135B Create a simple mark-up language document to specification
ICAB4136B Use structured query language to create database structures and manipulate data
ICAB4137B Produce basic client side script for dynamic web pages
ICAB4169B Use development software and IT tools to build a basic website
ICAB4178B Build a graphical user interface
ICAB4219B Apply introductory object-oriented language skills
ICAB4222B Apply introductory programming skills in another language
ICAI4189B Ensure website content meets technical protocols and standards
ICAS4125B Monitor and administer a database
ICAS4201B Transfer content to a website using commercial packages
ICAT4242B Perform unit test for a class
Specialist Core Stream - Client Support
ICAS4022B Determine and action client computing problems
ICAS4033B Assist with policy development for client support procedures
ICAS4106B Action and complete change requests
ICAW4027B Relate to clients on a business level
Specialist Core Stream - Hardware /Operating Systems
ICAI4188B Install and maintain a server
ICAS4109B Evaluate system status
ICAS4114B Implement maintenance procedures
ICAS4127B Support system software
Specialist Core Stream - Communications /Documentation
ICAD4190B Maintain information standards
ICAD4198B Develop guidelines for uploading information to a website
ICAD4209B Write content for web pages
ICAS4023B Provide one-to-one instruction
ICAW4026B Coordinate and maintain work teams
ICAW4027B Relate to clients on a business level
Specialist Core Stream - Analysis /Management
ICAA4047B Determine project specifications and secure client agreement
ICAA4051B Develop client user interface
ICAA4058B Apply skills in object-oriented design
ICAA4233B Determine and apply appropriate development methodologies
ICAB4076B Implement configuration management
ICAP4037B Contribute to the development of a strategy plan
Specialist Core Stream - Multimedia Stream
CUFWRT601A Write scripts
CUFANM403A Create titles for screen production
ICPPP325B Create graphics using a graphics application
ICPMM321B Capture a digital image
ICPMM344B Manipulate and incorporate audio into multimedia presentations
CUFIMA05A Create 3D digital models and images
CUFDIG201A Maintain interactive content
CUFMEM10A Design and create a multimedia interface
Specialist Core Stream - Networking
ICAB4220B Create scripts for networking
ICAB4235B Build basic perimeter security into a network
ICAB4236B Build security into a virtual private network
ICAB4239C Build a small wireless local area network
ICAB4240C Build an enterprise wireless network
ICAI4029C Install network hardware to a network
ICAI4030B Install software to networked computers
ICAI4097C Install and configure a network
ICAI4175C Select and install a router
ICAI4188B Install and maintain a server
ICAS4107B Manage resolution of system faults on a live system
ICAS4108B Complete database back-up and recovery
ICAS4112B Optimise system performance
ICAS4113C Identify and resolve common database performance problems
ICAS4119B Monitor and administer system security
ICAS4124B Monitor and administer network security
ICAS4191B Maintain website performance
ICAS4200B Monitor traffic and compile website traffic reports
Achieve 3 Elective Units Chosen from the ICA40105 Specialist Cores (above ) or Specialist Elective Streams (below ) Not Already Selected
Specialist Electives Stream - Software
ICAB4057B Manage a reuse library
ICAB4224B Apply mathematical techniques for software development
ICAB5067B Prepare for software development using rapid application development
ICAB5068B Build using rapid application development
ICAB5165B Create dynamic web pages
ICAB5177B Build Java applets
ICAB5180C Integrate database with a website
ICAB5228B Maintain functionality of legacy code programs
ICAB4229B Apply intermediate programming skills in another language
ICAT5079B Perform integration test
ICAT5081B Perform systems test
ICAT5083B Develop and conduct client acceptance test
Specialist Electives Stream - Client Support
ICAI5088B Evaluate and negotiate vendor offerings
ICAS5102B Establish and maintain client user liaison
ICAS5103B Establish and maintain client user liaison during support activity
ICAS5105B Coordinate change requests
Specialist Electives Stream - Hardware /Operating Systems
ICAB4163B Create a common gateway interface script
ICAA5150C Evaluate vendor products and equipment
ICAI5087B Acquire system components
ICAS5104B Determine maintenance strategy
Specialist Electives Stream - Communications /Documentation
ICAD5092B Update and document operational procedures
Specialist Electives Stream - Analysis /Management
ICAA5049B Develop high-level object-oriented class specifications
ICAA5050B Develop detailed component specifications from project specifications
ICAB4064B Prepare software development review
ICAI5089B Implement and hand over system components
ICAI5090B Conduct pre-installation audit for software installation
Specialist Electives Stream - Multimedia Stream
ICPKN315B Apply knowledge and requirements of the multimedia sector
ICPMM581B Manage multimedia production
ICPMM582B Manage multimedia projects
Specialist Electives Stream - Networking Stream
ICAA5045C Produce network architecture design
ICAB4247A Link an RFID system to a database
ICAI4244A Install and maintain an RFID system
ICAI4249A Implement and evaluate data security
ICAI4251A Implement and evaluate network and telecommunication security
ICAI5085B Review site in preparation for implementation
Achieve 3 Elective Units Chosen from the Following Sources (Listed in Recommended Order )
- any of the above core or elective streams; and/or
- elsewhere in the ICA05 Information and Communications Technology Training Package (at Certificate III [maximum 2 units], Certificate IV or Diploma); and/or
- any other Training Package (at Certificate IV or Diploma) based on documented industry or enterprise needs