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Launch yourself into the world of IT
When you complete the Certificate IV in Information Technology you will gain career enhancing knowledge and skills to support a wide range of information technology fields. You will be an attractive applicant for in-demand IT roles such as ICT systems support or a network support technician.
Gain these skills:
- hardware systems
- server installation
- virtualisation
- desktop management
- small business networking
- cyber security
Dual qualification: this course is offered as a dual qualification with ICT41015 Certificate IV in Computer Systems Technology which saves time, effort and money. Ask for details on how two awards may be achieved in the one semester.
The Certificate IV in Computer Systems Technology is a WA Priority Skills course so lower tuition fees apply and employment prospects are higher.
Campus specialist facilities
The Centre for IT Excellence (CITE) at Thornlie campus provides state of the art, industry relevant training in information technology, creative media and electronics. We provide pathways from foundation studies to advanced diploma with specialist training in cyber security, systems and programming.
Our state-of-the-art Training Cyber Security Operations Centre (TCSOC) at Murdoch provides a secure training environment designed to simulate realistic cyber-attacks relating to attack, defence and monitoring. The TCSOC provides a multi-campus centre based in Murdoch with ‘nodes’ at Thornlie and Rockingham campuses in order for all IT students to experience this leading edge training.
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Entrance Requirements
Job opportunities
Study pathway
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
|---|---|---|
| C Grades in Year 11 WACE General English, and OLNA; or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 | C Grades in Year 11 English and Maths or equivalent | Certificate II or Certificate III |
Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
SM TAFE actively promotes the employment availability of course graduates to key industry partners and organisations. We also seek expressions of interest from organisations for the placement of our students into work experience. We endeavour to assist students into a career pathway, but please be aware that neither employment nor work experience placement is guaranteed by us.
To access free career planning and job search assistance, visit the Jobs and Skills Centres page.
Certificate IV in Information Technology - This course South Metropolitan TAFE has many further study opportunities available.
Plan your study pathway in information technology
Delivery location, important dates and study options
This course may be offered with a blended, flexible delivery model to enable social distancing measures to be undertaken during the COVID-19 pandemic. This approach may include a mix of online and classroom based delivery, as well as practical and work experience placements. Lecturers will provide any specific instructions if your training delivery style needs to change.
Semester 1
Murdoch - Full Time-ClassroomOverview
Fees and charges
Units
| Duration | 1 semester |
| When | Semester 1 |
| Where | Murdoch |
| How |
Full Time |
Overview
Fees and charges
Units
| Duration | 1 semester |
| When | Semester 1 |
| Where | Rockingham |
| How |
Full Time |
Overview
Fees and charges
Units
| Duration | 1 semester |
| When | Semester 1 |
| Where | Thornlie |
| How |
Full Time |
Semester 2
Murdoch - Full Time-ClassroomOverview
Fees and charges
Units
| Duration | 1 semester |
| When | Semester 2 |
| Where | Murdoch |
| How |
Full Time |
Overview
Fees and charges
Units
| Duration | 1 semester |
| When | Semester 2 |
| Where | Rockingham |
| How |
Full Time |
Overview
Fees and charges
Units
| Duration | 1 semester |
| When | Semester 2 |
| Where | Thornlie |
| How |
Full Time |