Course details

CRICOS course code: 0100723

Level of study: Career Based/Vocational

Summary

This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in a wide range of general information and communications technology (ICT) technologies and practices in different organisational contexts. Persons working at this level apply a wide range of knowledge and skills in basic networking, ICT support, testing, systems analysis and design, database development, programming and web development support.

Pre-requisites

This qualification has no pre-requisites as per the training package guidelines. However NAIT has entry requirements which must be met in order to be accepted in this course. Please refer course descriptions tab for details.

Pre-training Review

All learner will undertake pre-training review which aims to identify their training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of the courses to learner, basic computing skills and interview conducted by NAIT enrolment officer. Interview also aims to identify possible RPL opportunities, confirm oral communication skills. Through pre-training review learner will demonstrate that they have necessary skills to successfully complete the course

Language, Literacy and Numeracy test (LLN)

• Candidate undertaking this course must possess sound Numeracy skills since it requires them to do calculations, make reports and graphs.
• All students are required to undertake a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) test mapped at ACSF level 4 conducted by institute.
• If students do not meet LLN requirements, students will be asked to take further Language, literacy and numeracy training e.g. EAL or academic English programs.

Assessments

This program is delivered under competency-based training which means instead of grading or marks, students are required to demonstrate all the criteria for each unit of competency and student are marked “Competent or “Not yet competent”. NAIT will use a range of assessment methods to assess required skills and knowledge for each unit of competency in the course. Assessment may be a combination of written questions, assignments, role plays, case studies, projects and practical observation.

Study Pathways

This program is part of the ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package and offers pathways into a number of Information and Communications Technology qualifications. After completing this course , students may pursue further studies in VET Diploma or Advanced Diploma or Bachelor Degree programs offered by Australian Higher Education providers.

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