ICA30105

Certificate III in Information Technology – Network Administration With Industry A+ Certification Preparation

Give your IT career more power with an academic qualification plus industry-recognised certification. Learn more about installing and configuring network hardware and software, as well as providing advice to clients on network problems, plus undertake preparation for CompTIA testing that ensures your capabilities are of an international standard. With a thorough grounding in practical and theoretical components, it’s the perfect course to upgrade your networking skills.



Entry Requirements


Prerequisite knowledge and skills are required that demonstrate basic fundamental ICT knowledge and skills that are in line with the Learning Outcomes from the following Certificate II in Information Technology units:

• 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

Students will be required to enrol for the Prerequisite courses for Pretesting if they have not previously completed the above units. Please check with the faculty as to whether credit will be given for previous versions of the certificate II.


Students should have access to:
• Internet
• Microsoft Office (Instruction is currently provided for Office 2003/2007)
• Textbook pack prescribed for this course (please view the link to Important Information in the Costs section)



Career Opportunities

Foundation for a career in the IT industry.

This program will prepare students for A+ certification testing at a recognised Prometric Testing Centre (Southbank Institute of Technology is not a Prometric Testing Centre). Exam cost is additional.

Program Duration

Full Time : Certificate III component -18 weeks

Part Time: Certificate III component – 2 x 18 week blocks

Full time study is equivalent to 20 hours plus study per week.
Part time study is equivalent to 10 -12 hours study per week.


Program Articulation

Successful completion of this program may assist students to gain entry into further study programs and/or may contribute towards study credits.

Program Award

Certificate III

A Statement of Attendance is issued for A+ from Southbank Institute of Technology. On completion of the two A+ exams, at a qualified Prometrics test centre, students will receive the international qualification from the U.S.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.

For additional information relating to RPL for this program, please contact:

The RPL Co-ordinator
13 72 48
rplcoordinator@southbank.edu.au

Venue

  • Southbank Campus

How to Apply

If attached, complete an enrolment form and return to the Southbank Institute of Technology with the appropriate payment. If an enrolment form is not attached, ensure that your name, address, phone number and e-mail address are placed on the waiting list by either emailing us or telephoning the Student Administration & Services on 13 72 48.

Applications Close

Applications close one week prior to commencement.

Cost

Full Rate                $1,840.00


Concession Rate     $1,410.00


Please note: All programs are subject to a $14 Administration Fee per year, payable on enrolment.

For Additional Information

Location:Southbank
Telephone:07 3244 6239
Facsimile:07 3244 6236
Address 
In Person: Level 5 G Block
Merivale Streets
South Brisbane
Mail: Locked Mail Bag 14
South Brisbane QLD 4101
Email: enquiry@southbank.edu.au
Find us at:www.Southbank.edu.au

Outline

6 common core units (C)
6 specialist core stream (SC)
4 elective units (E)

Computer Maintenance Cluster
Course Code Course Name
ICAS3234B (C) Care for computer hardware
ICAT3025B (C) Run standard diagnostic tests
ICAU3004B (C) Apply occupational health and safety procedures
ICAS3031B (C) Provide advice to clients
Advanced Applications Cluster
Course Code Course Name
ICAU3028B (E) Customise packaged software applications for clients (if choosing this elective you must also enrol in ICAU3216B)
ICAU3126B (E) Use advanced features of computer applications
Website Tech Cluster
Course Code Course Name
ICAB4135B (E) Create a simple mark-up language document to specification (If enrolling in this elective you must also enrol in ICAB4171B)
ICAD3218B (C) Create user documentation
ICAS4201B (E) Transfer content to a web site using commercial packages
ICAB4171B (E) Develop cascading style sheets (CSS) (If enrolling in this elective you must also enrol in ICAB4135B)
Networking Cluster (Network Admin)
Please note: Networking class timetable may change subject to numbers (ie: If insufficient numbers class start date may be delayed – Online classes will not be effected by this)
Course Code Course Name
ICAI3020B (C) Install and optimise operating system software
ICAI3101B (SC) Install and manage network protocols
ICAS3024B (SC) Provide basic system administration
ICAS3032B (SC) Provide network systems administration
ICAS3034B (SC) Determine and action network problems
ICAS3120C (SC) Configure and administer a network operating system
ICAS3121B (SC) Administer network peripherals
A+ Cluster
Course Code Course Name
A+ OBJECTIVE Core A+
A+ OBJECTIVE Domain 1.0
A+ OBJECTIVE Domain 2.0
A+ OBJECTIVE Domain 3.0
A+ OBJECTIVE Domain 4.0
A+ OBJECTIVE Domain 5.0
A+ OBJECTIVE Domain 6.0
A+ OBJECTIVE Domain 7.0
A+ OBJECTIVE Domain 8.0
A+ OBJECTIVE WINDOWS OS A+
A+ OBJECTIVE Domain 1.0
A+ OBJECTIVE Domain 2.0
A+ OBJECTIVE Domain 4.0
A+ OBJECTIVE Domain 5.0
A+ OBJECTIVE Core A+
A+ OBJECTIVE Domain 1.0
This brochure was last updated Monday, 8 March 2010
All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements
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