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National code: ICT40120
Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming) at Broken Hill
Course information
Type
CombinationA mix of on campus, virtual, online and workplace training.
Focus
Information TechnologyCourse specialisation
Schedule
Full Time16+ hours per week.
Duration
6 monthsTime required to complete this course.
Start date
18 Jul 2022First day of attendance online or on campus.
End date
23 Jun 2023Final day of attendance online or on campus.
Class details
Location
Class time
12 hoursDedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.
Additional study time
8 hoursThe minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.
Register interest
This course is currently closed. Register your interest to be notified when this course opens for enrolment.
Course fees
$---
Fee pending
Course fees are released each semester. We'll confirm your fee before enrolment.
Proposed timetable
What time classes run
This course is currently scheduled on Tuesday and Thursday with day classes. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.
Additional information
Other things to know
Assessments
Assessments let you show what you've learned and check what you may need to work on.
Knowledge assessments: short answers, extended responses, research tasks and multiple-choice questions (if relevant).
Skills assessments: projects and case studies.
Practical skills assessments: demonstrations under observation.
Simulated workplace projects: scenario-based problem solving.
Work placement
Work placement gives you real experience and develops your skills.
There is no work placement for this qualification.
Materials needed
To complete this course, the following materials are required:
You will need to provide for yourself the following resources which you will keep when you complete your study:
For successful completion of this course, you will need:
- To be able to demonstrate prior knowledge and existing skills in the areas of file/folder management, software applications and operating systems.
- Must be able to commit to a minimum of 12 hours of study per week for full time students, 6 hours of study per week for part time students
- Your own computer and high-speed internet access if attending outside of a TAFE NSW Campus
- Commitment to complete work outside of class time
Additional entry requirements
To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
For successful completion of this course, you will need:
- To be able to demonstrate prior knowledge and existing skills in the areas of file/folder management, software applications and operating systems.
- Your own computer and high-speed internet access if attending outside of a TAFE NSW Campus
Units
Units taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 20 units of competency, including 7 core and 13 speciality units.
Core units - 7
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Work collaboratively in the ICT industryICTICT443
Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environmentsICTICT451
Apply introductory programming techniquesICTPRG302
Identify and resolve client ICT problemsICTSAS432
Course delivery
Combination study
Learn through a combination of on-campus classroom, virtual classroom, online, and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled face-to-face or virtual classroom activity, have an element of self-directed learning with online content, and/or receive supervised training while on the job, doing work experience, or on placement.
Classroom activity will be scheduled, but online learning can provide more flexibility. Teacher support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Broken Hill
TAFE NSW Broken Hill is a major learning centre for the region, operating two campuses: the main campus located on Argent Street and the annexe campus on the corner of Argent and Kaolin streets.
TAFE NSW Broken Hill offers a wide range of programs in general education, trades and creative studies, at certificate and diploma level, that reflect the diversity of this regional centre. There’s a particular focus on courses in aged care, business, children services, community services, general education, mental health and nursing.
Campus address
248 Argent Street Broken Hill 2880
Parking on campus grounds is available.
Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info
Broken Hill Station is 300 metres from campus.
Facilities
TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.
Computer labs
Conference rooms
Library
Various specialist classrooms
Student support
We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.
- Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
- Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
- Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
- Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
- Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
- SatClosed
- SunClosed
- Student Services Phone: 131 601
- Counselling and careers Phone: 131 601 Email: CounsellingandCareerDevelopmentSupport@tafensw.edu.au
- Disability services Phone: 131 601 Email: DisabilityandAccessStudentSupport@tafensw.edu.au