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Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE)

Information & Communication Technology

Information & Communication Technology (ICT) professionals (encompassing both IT and Digital Media) are among the highest paid group on average, in Western Australia. Every industry in the world now relies on IT so a career in this field is bursting with interesting, diverse and stimulating opportunities.

Studying IT is a relevant and almost essential practice in today’s world. Those new to computing or needing to up-skill to the latest hardware and software applications will find IT studies particularly useful. IT students can specialise in areas such as networking, programming (business and games), web development, and multimedia (art and animation).

Graduates are in high demand and can take their pick of the most dynamic opportunities on offer both here and overseas. World travellers take note that IT skills are both a transferrable and marketable commodity.

Another burgeoning area is digital media. Digital media is a high growth, dynamic and exciting industry. This growth is being fuelled by the proliferation of more and more devices that are multimedia ready. In today’s world, mobile phones, personal digital assistants (PDAs), and game consoles (Xbox, Sony Playstation, Nintendo Wii) are used extensively for internet access and entertainment. As a result the role of the traditional multimedia developer is changing fast.

Demand is still strong for the development of content using graphics, animation, sound and video on traditional platforms such as the PC, but the industry is urgently seeking multimedia graduates skilled in developing and distributing content using mobile phones, PDAs and game consoles.

Why study Information and Communication Technology at West Coast?

West Coast is an official Microsoft Academy and Novell Silver Trainer
Vendor qualifications can be obtained in our dedicated Prometric Testing Centre
Industry partnerships ensure students have opportunities for practical work experience
State-of-the-art A+ (Hardware) Lab
Nine dedicated computer labs and more than 190 PCs available to students
Lecturing staff are qualified industry professionals in Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD) and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)
Flexible study options available – full-time, part-time, flexi, recognition of prior learning (RPL – if you are doing the job come and talk to us about getting the qualification to match your skills and where you could go from there).

Courses to be run in 2012

* indicates these courses are not available in Semester 2, 2012

Courses	Career Opportunities
D555 Certificate II in Information, Digital Media and Technology	This qualification provides the foundation ICT skills and knowledge for an individual to be an effective ICT user or employee. The qualification has a fundamental ICT knowledge and skills base which is essential for all other ICT study. Graduates will be power users who can gain employment in any situation that requires a person to be a competent computer user either in an office or industry situation.
D556 Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology	This qualification provides you with the skills and knowledge to support information technology activities in the workplace across a wide range of ICT areas, including technical support, network administration, web technologies, software applications and digital media technologies. You will learn how to install and customise operating systems, perform basic diagnostic support, advise clients on the suitability of software packages, and customise and document software changes.
CT84 Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology - Network Administration	This qualification provides you with the skills and knowledge to support information technology activities in the workplace across a wide range of ICT areas, including technical support, network administration, web technologies, software applications and digital media technologies. You will learn how to install and customise operating systems, perform basic diagnostic support, advise clients on the suitability of software packages, and customise and document software changes.
CT86 Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology - Applications and Web Technologies	This qualification provides you with the skills and knowledge to support information technology activities in the workplace across a wide range of ICT areas, including technical support, network administration, web technologies, software applications and digital media technologies. You will learn how to install and customise operating systems, perform basic diagnostic support, advise clients on the suitability of software packages, and customise and document software changes.
D192 Certificate III in Media	This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to undertake a range of operations in the film, television, radio or digital media industries. You will learn to develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills and work effectively in the screen and media industries. You can choose to learn 2D and 3D digital animations and models, record and mix sound, provide production support for television productions and create visual design components.
D559 Certificate IV in Web-Based Technologies	This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to manage the day to day operation of information technology websites. You will develop skills in working with clients, installing network software and hardware, rectifying system faults on a live system, undertaking capacity planning, network security, optimising system performance and building an intranet/internet infrastructure.
D560 Certificate IV in Information Technology Networking	This qualification will further develop your practical skills and knowledge in the installation and management of simple networks. You will learn skills in installation, configuration, monitoring and administration of a network, automating network processes, network security. You will also learn about effective communication, documentation and general business skills.
D561 Certificate IV in Programming	This qualification will provide you the practical skills and knowledge in introductory and intermediate programming. You will learn programming using at least two different programming languages including object oriented design. You will also learn graphical user interface development, how to use software libraries, and writing technical documentation.
D564 Certificate IV in Digital Media Technologies	This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in designing, developing and utilising basic multimedia briefs either as an independent ICT specialist or as part of a team. You will gain knowledge in photography and image manipulation, video editing and camera techniques, design and creation of websites and multimedia presentations.
* C875 Diploma of Information Technology (Multimedia)	This course focuses on Art and Animation with a Games theme. Students further develop skills in Art, 3D Modelling, 3D Animation (Traditional and Motion Capture), Game Audio and Concept Development through projects and portfolio creation. Possible job roles include: Audio/Video Engineer, Contract Manager – Multimedia, Digital Media Specialist, Game Development Producer, Games Developer, Multimedia Developer/Engineer, Software Engineer Games.
* C870 Diploma of Information Technology (Networking)	This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in high level network management and engineering. Completion of this course will allow a student to sit for their MCSE. This course can provide a direct pathway into any university IT course (with advanced credits or employment in the IT industry. Graduates can find employment in most areas of Network & Intranet Configuration and engineering.
* C873 Diploma of Information Technology (Software Development)	This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in programming and software development. A competent person could work as a specialist in the area of programming including the ICT and programming aspects of games development. Real life projects and industry work experience form part of this course. Graduates have a direct pathway into Diploma (MM - Games Development), university (with some credits) or a position in software development.

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