Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
Description
This qualification develops skills and knowledge in the installation and management of simple networks and provides for an individual to be effective in network management either as an independent ICT specialist or as part of a team.
The qualification has a number of logical relationships with vendor certifications for ICT networking technologies. The units ICAI4097C Install and configure a network and ICAI4029C Install network hardware to a network could be used as a conduit to deliver CISCO semester 1 training.
Job Roles
A competent person could work as a network manager or administrator within an organisation.
Possible job titles include:
- Network Administrator
- Network Manager
- Network Operations Analyst
- Network Operations Engineer
- Network Operations Technician
- Network Technician
Prerequisite Requirements
A number of units within this qualification have prerequisites. These are detailed as follows:
Code and Title |
Prerequisite units required |
ICAB4220B Create scripts for networking |
ICAB4225B Automate processes |
ICAB4247A Link an RFID system to a database |
ICAB4136B Use structured query language to create database structures and manipulate data |
ICAI4097C Install and configure a network |
ICAI3101B Install and manage network protocols |
ICAI4099B Build an intranet |
ICAI3101B Install and manage network protocols ICAS3120C Configure and administer a network operating system # ICAI4029C Install network hardware to a network |
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 # |
ICAS4124B Monitor and administer network security |
ICAS3032B Provide network systems 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
ICA40405 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking )
The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills required for a Network Administrator. 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 ICA40405 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking) 20 units must be achieved:
- 16 core units; plus
- 4 elective units
Achieve 16 Core Units
Core
BSBCMN304A Contribute to personal skill development and learning
ICAA4041C Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs
ICAB4220B Create scripts for networking
ICAB4225B Automate processes
ICAD4043B Develop and present a feasibility report
ICAD4217B Create technical documentation
ICAI4029C Install network hardware to a network
ICAI4030B Install software to networked computers
ICAI4097C Install and configure a network
ICAI4099B Build an intranet
ICAI4188B Install and maintain a server
ICAS4124B Monitor and administer network security
ICAS4127B Support system software
ICAT4221B Locate equipment, system and software faults
ICAW4214B Maintain ethical conduct
PSPPM402B Manage simple projects
Achieve 2 Elective Units Chosen from the Following Sources (Listed in Recommended Order )
- electives listed below; and/or
- ICA05 Information and Communications Technology Training Package (at Certificate III [maximum of 2 units], Certificate IV or Diploma); and/or
- BSB07 Business Services Training Package (at Certificate IV or Diploma)
Achieve 2 Elective Units Chosen from the Following Sources (Listed in Recommended Order )
- any other Training Package (at Certificate IV or Diploma) based on documented industry or enterprise needs; and/or
- electives listed below
Electives
ICAI4244A Install and maintain an RFID system
ICAI4249A Implement and evaluate data security
ICAI4251A Implement and evaluate network and telecommunication security
ICAB4247A Link an RFID system to a database