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Certificate III in Information Technology
Explore a career in information and communications technology (ICT) with this entry-level qualification. Choose a specialisation that suits your career goals and get qualified to work across a variety of ICT roles.
Course overview
Kick start your career in information and communications technology (ICT) with this entry-level qualification from TAFE Queensland. Get the hands-on skills for the role you want with both a foundation stream and range of specialised streams .
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working as ICT support technicians is expected to continue to grow very strongly over the coming years. This very large occupation is likely to see around 62,000 job openings over the next five years.
Generalist IT Support stream
Choosing the IT Support stream will give you the skills you need to work as an ICT help desk operator. You'll discover how to care for computer hardware, provide ICT advice to clients, and provide basic system administration support.
Foundation stream
Providing a broad focus area, this stream has units from networking, programming, web design, cyber and cloud to give a general idea of IT and can step you into all Diploma areas.
Cyber Security Awareness
By choosing this stream, you will learn how to identify security threats and how to maintain the security of digital devices. You will also learn how to protect and secure information assets and how to administer security of systems.
Networking stream
The Network Administration stream will teach you how to set up computer networks, diagnose and action network problems, and install and manage protocols.
Web Development stream
The Website Technologies stream will prepare you to work as an ICT technician building and maintaining websites. You'll learn how to use social media tools, produce images for the web, and build, review and maintain simple websites.
Mobile iOS App Development stream
Mobile iOS App Development introduces you to building dynamic apps and user interfaces using Swift - a modern and powerful programming language which powers Apple's app ecosystem. You will use Xcode which is Apple's Integrated Development Environment (IDE) to develop apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac and more. You will also learn about app design and creating technical and user documentation to meet client specifications.
What can I do?
- Help Desk Officer
- Network Support Officer
- ICT Technician
Course outcome:
ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology
Industry-standard facilities
Our learning spaces are more than just classrooms. They include simulated working environments which will develop your practical skills and prepare you for real-world situations while under the supervision of industry-experienced professionals.
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The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 6 elective units from a stream/location outlined on the list below.
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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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View comparison chart
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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View comparison chart
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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View comparison chart
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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View comparison chart
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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View comparison chart
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Bracken Ridge
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On Campus
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Foundation: Full time 3 days per week
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Loganlea
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On Campus
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Foundation: Full time 3 days per week
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South Bank
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On Campus
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Foundation: Full time 3 days per week
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South Bank
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On Campus
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Web Development stream: Full time 3 days per week
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South Bank
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On Campus
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Networking stream: Full time 3 days per week
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South Bank
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On Campus
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Cyber Security Awareness stream: Full time 3 days per week
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Ipswich
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Generalist IT Support stream: Full time 2 days on campus + 1 virtual class per week
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Ipswich
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On campus with some online
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08 Jul 2024
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6 months
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Generalist IT Support stream: Full time 2 days on campus + 1 virtual class per week
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Coomera
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Cyber Security Stream - Full time 3 days per week
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Mooloolaba
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Networking Stream: Full time 3 days per week
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Toowoomba
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Generalist IT Support stream: Full time 2 days on campus + 1 virtual class per week
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Toowoomba
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On campus with some online
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08 Jul 2024
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6 months
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Generalist IT Support stream: Full time 2 days on campus + 1 virtual class per week
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Bundaberg
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Generalist IT Support stream: Full time 3 days per week
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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Hervey Bay
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Cyber Stream: Full time 3 days per week
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Cairns
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Generalist IT Support stream: Full time 4 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
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Cairns
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On campus with some online
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08 Jul 2024
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6 months
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Generalist IT Support stream: Full time 4 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Townsville - Pimlico
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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6 months
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Generalist IT Support stream: Full time 4 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
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Townsville - Pimlico
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On campus with some online
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08 Jul 2024
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6 months
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Generalist IT Support stream: Full time 4 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
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All of your study will be done online and you can work through your studies at your own pace. You can access your learning materials 24/7 through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY | |
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Online self-directed
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04 Mar 2024
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Average course duration 1 year
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Basic Cyber Security Awareness: Part time up to 2 units or 1 cluster per intake. 12 weeks per intake
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Online self-directed
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04 Mar 2024
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Average course duration 1 year
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Web Development: Part time up to 2 units or 1 cluster per intake. 12 weeks per intake
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