Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking) - ICA40405
What is a Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking) all about?
This qualification develops skills and knowledge in the installation and management of simple networks and provides for an individual to be effective in network management either as an independent ICT specialist or as part of a team.
The qualification has a number of logical relationships with vendor certifications for ICT networking technologies.
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Job Roles
A competent person could work as a network manager or administrator within an organisation.
Possible job titles include:
• Network Administrator
• Network Manager
• Network Operations Analyst
• Network Operations Engineer
• Network Operations Technician
• Network Technician
The Units of Competency
Pre-requisite Requirements
The following units contain the basic fundamentals of ICT knowledge and skills for all qualifications at Certificate III in IT and above. These units or demonstrated equivalence are required for entry into this qualification:
BSBCMN106A Follow workplace safety procedures
ICAD2012B Design organisational documents using computing packages
ICAU1128B Operate a personal computer
ICAU2005B Operate computer hardware
ICAU2006B Operate computing packages
ICAU2013B Integrate commercial computing packages
ICAU2231B Use computer operating system
ICAW2001B Work effectively in an IT environment
ICAW2002B Communicate in the workplace
A number of units within this qualification have pre-requisites. These are detailed as follows:
Code and Title Pre-requisite units required
ICAB4220B Create scripts for networking ICAB4225B Automate processes
ICAI4097B Install and configure a network ICAI3101B Install and manage network protocols
ICAI4099B Build an intranet ICAI3101B Install and manage network protocols
ICAS3120B Configure and administer a network operating system #
ICAI4029B Install network hardware to a network
ICAI4188B Install and maintain a server ICAI3101B Install and manage network protocols
ICAI3020B Install and optimise operating system software
ICAS3120B Configure and administer a network operating system
ICAS4124B Monitor and administer network security
ICAS3032B Provide network systems administration #
ICAS4127B Support system software ICAI3020B Install and optimise operating system software
# This unit has pre-requisite requirements. Section 1.6 provides further details.
To attain the ICA40405 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking) 20 units must be achieved: 16 core units; plus 4 elective units
CORE UNITS OF COMPETENCY
Achieve 16 Core Units
BSBCMN304A Contribute to personal skill development and learning
ICAA4041B Determine and confirm client business expectations and needs
ICAB4220B Create scripts for networking
ICAB4225B Automate processes
ICAD4043B Develop and present a feasibility report
ICAD4217B Create technical documentation
ICAI4029B Install network hardware to a network
ICAI4030B Install software to networked computers
ICAI4097B Install and configure a network
ICAI4099B Build an intranet
ICAI4188B Install and maintain a server
ICAS4124B Monitor and administer network security
ICAS4127B Support system software
ICAT4221B Locate equipment, system and software faults
ICAW4214B Maintain ethical conduct
PSPPM402B Manage simple projects
ELECTIVE UNITS OF COMPETENCY
Achieve 2 Elective Units Chosen from the Following Sources
(Listed in Recommended Order)
• ICA05 Information and Communications Technology Training Package
(at Certificate III [maximum of 2 units], Certificate IV or Diploma); and/or
• BSB01 Business Services Training Package (at Certificate IV or Diploma)
Achieve 2 Elective Units Chosen from the Following Sources
(Listed in Recommended Order)
• any elective source listed above; and/or
• any other Training Package (at Certificate IV or Diploma) based on documented industry or enterprise needs
