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, its 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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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

