Take the next step into the digital world with this intermediate-level course in information technology networking and gain the specialised knowledge to become a network administrator.
ICT40418 Certificate IV in Information Technology Networking
Take the next step into the digital world with this intermediate-level course in information technology networking and gain the specialised knowledge to become a network administrator. This qualification provides the skills and knowledge required to install and manage small scale networks, either as an independent network support technician or as part of a team.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, there is strong future job growth predicted for computer network professionals. This large occupation is expected to create around 17,000 job openings over the next five years.
This course will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to work as an ICT specialist and manage and install simple computer networks. You'll learn a large variety of core skills including internet infrastructure, managing servers, installing network hardware, desktop configuration, network security, how to operate system software, and rectifying system faults on live systems. Our highly experienced team of industry leaders will give you the one-on-one guidance to succeed in your studies and beyond.
Successful completion of this course will qualify you to work in a variety of roles including network administrator, network support technician, and network tester. At TAFE Queensland we also offer a variety of pathways to higher education, allowing you to expand on your foundation skills through further study.
With TAFE Queensland you study in environments equipped with the latest industry-standard technology. You will be job ready and desirable to future employers as you will have demonstrable up-to-date experience with computing platforms and programs.
At TAFE Queensland we believe in providing quality pathways to further education opportunities. Give yourself the best chance to continue to advance your career with further study options that will open up more exciting employment opportunities in the world of information and communications technology.
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 9 elective units from the list below.
UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
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BSBWHS304Participate effectively in WHS communication and consultation processesUnit code: BSBWHS304 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to participate in work health and safety (WHS) communication and consultation processes. |
Participate effectively in WHS communication and consultation processes | |
ICTICT401Determine and confirm client business requirementsUnit code: ICTICT401 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine client business system requirements and verify the accuracy of the information gathered. |
Determine and confirm client business requirements | |
ICTICT418Contribute to copyright, ethics and privacy in an ICT environmentUnit code: ICTICT418 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain professional and ethical conduct, as well as to ensure that personal information of stakeholders is handled in a confidential and professional manner when dealing with stakeholders in an information and communications technology (ICT) environment. |
Contribute to copyright, ethics and privacy in an ICT environment | |
ICTNWK401Install and manage a serverUnit code: ICTNWK401 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install and manage a server. Server management includes initial configuration and testing, ongoing administration, software distribution and updates, profiling and monitoring servers, and troubleshooting. |
Install and manage a server | |
ICTNWK403Manage network and data integrityUnit code: ICTNWK403 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead the development of asset protection processes, determining threats and implementing controls to mitigate risk. |
Manage network and data integrity | |
ICTNWK404Install, operate and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch networkUnit code: ICTNWK404 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to utilise networking fundamentals, including wide area network (WAN) technologies, basic security, routing and switching fundamentals, and to configure simple networks. |
Install, operate and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch network | |
ICTNWK420Install and configure virtual machinesUnit code: ICTNWK420 |
Install and configure virtual machines | |
ICTTEN416Install, configure and test an internet protocol networkUnit code: ICTTEN416 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select network elements to meet client business specifications, ensure interoperability within the network, apply network topologies, protocols and security issues, and troubleshoot when required. |
Install, configure and test an internet protocol network |
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ICTNWK405Build a small wireless local area networkUnit code: ICTNWK405 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to build and arrange connectivity to a single zone wireless local area network (WLAN). |
Build a small wireless local area network | |
ICTNWK406Install, configure and test network securityUnit code: ICTNWK406 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install, configure and test network security in an information and communications technology (ICT) network. |
Install, configure and test network security | |
ICTNWK408Configure a desktop environmentUnit code: ICTNWK408 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install, configure and support a desktop or workstation operating system in a networked environment. |
Configure a desktop environment | |
ICTNWK410Install hardware to a networkUnit code: ICTNWK410 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, manage and install new hardware components in a network. |
Install hardware to a network | |
ICTNWK411Deploy software to networked computersUnit code: ICTNWK411 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, manage and support the installation of new or upgraded software to networked computers according to vendor and organisation specifications. |
Deploy software to networked computers | |
ICTNWK412Create network documentationUnit code: ICTNWK412 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine network requirements, and produce and evaluate appropriate network documentation. |
Create network documentation | |
ICTPMG401Support small scale ICT projectsUnit code: ICTPMG401 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support the management of low risk, straightforward information and communications technology (ICT) projects within an organisation. |
Support small scale ICT projects | |
ICTSAS426Locate and troubleshoot ICT equipment, system and software faultsUnit code: ICTSAS426 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to troubleshoot problems and apply systematic processes to fault finding across a wide range of information and communications technology (ICT) disciplines. |
Locate and troubleshoot ICT equipment, system and software faults | |
ICTTEN417Install, configure and test a routerUnit code: ICTTEN417 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake router installation and configuration, as part of an upgrade in an existing network or the implementation of a new network. |
Install, configure and test a router |
Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.
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Workplace
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DROP IN DAYS
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BLOCK TRAINING
![]() Flexible training offered in blocks ranging from three days to six weeks. |
DAY RELEASE
![]() Weekly scheduled training at a TAFE Queensland facility, planned in advance. |
MOBILE VAN
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Mixed mode
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Mooloolaba | Traineeship |
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