Certificate IV in Programming

Course Structure

This program has been created with a blend of vendor specific, vendor neutral, and trainer developed materials. Vendor training is recognised internationally as an industry benchmark for product specific training. Upskilled uses an online Learning Management System to manage the delivery and assessment of learning resources. The program is conducted over a 12 month period through a blended learning approach of teacher-led workshops or webinars, distance education, and online materials.

Vendor Courses	Vendor Neutral Courses	Upskilled Courses/Workshop
Microsoft Academy Visual Studio Microsoft Academy Windows Server Microsoft Academy SQL Server Microsoft Academy Mobile Development	Java Programming XML	Privacy, Ethics and Copyright Testing Service Desk Analyst 2 Business need Technical Documentation

Pathways into the qualification

Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:

• After achieving ICA30111 Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology, or other relevant qualifications or units equivalent to the core of ICA30111 OR

• With demonstrated vocational experience in a range of programming-related work environments in software programming, application programming, web development, or similar

 

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Participants often come with experience in one or more ICT competencies, vocationally acquired from a range of sources (both formal and otherwise). Upskilled acknowledges the validity of such experience and encourages candidates to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning where applicable. Upskilled's RPL Calculator is a guide to initial RPL standing, although participants are sometimes entitled to further RPL as enrolment progresses.

 

Assessment

Assessment is summative and formative with set assignments, project work and questionnaires.

 

Inclusions

Upskilled Information Technology courses include detailed learning materials, assessments, online trainer support, and certification upon successful completion.

Unit Outline

The online e-Learning course addresses the following units of competency from the National ICA11 Information and Communications Technology Training Package. All competencies must be successfully completed to attain the certificate. 

The program is broken into 4 logical clusters of training within the broad category of ICT systems: 1/ Core Infrastructure; 2/ Continuity & Security; 3/ Continuous Improvement; and 4/ Service Delivery & Governance.

Core Units

Unit Codes	Core Units	Cluster
ICAICT418A	Contribute to copyright, ethics and privacy in an IT environment	Continuity & Security
ICAPRG402A	Apply query language	Continuity & Security
ICAPRG403A	Develop data-driven applications	Continuity & Security
ICAPRG404A	Test applications	Continuity & Security
ICAPRG406A	Apply introductory object-oriented language skills	Continuity & Security
ICAPRG410A	Build a user interface	Continuity & Security
ICAPRG414A	Apply introductory programming skills in another language	Continuity & Security
ICAPRG415A	Apply skills in object-oriented design	Continuity & Security
ICAPRG419A	Analyse software requirements	Continuous Improvement
ICAPRG405A	Automate processes	Continuous Improvement

Elective Units

Unit Codes	Elective Units	Cluster
ICADBS403A	Create basic databases	Core Infrastructure
ICAPRG413A	Use a library or pre-existing components	Continuity & Security
ICAPRG418A	Apply intermediate programming skills in another language	Continuity & Security
ICAPRG409A	Develop mobile applications	Continuity & Security
ICAPRG527A	Apply intermediate object-oriented language skills	Continuity & Security
ICAICT420A	Develop client user interface	Continuity & Security
ICAPRG427A	Use XML effectively	Continuous Improvement
ICAICT408A	Create technical documentation	Service Delivery & Governance

 

Cluster 1 - Core Infrastructure
Infrastructure implementation is the starting point for business seeking to enable their business through utilising IT systems. The workplace skills provided in this cluster cover a broad range of key systems and services. The cluster has software development at its heart to ensure a holistic knowledge base for developers for Microsoft Windows and non-vendor specific web applications. The depth of knowledge transfer is based on the Microsoft .NET framework and is non-browser web application specific. This cluster delivers outcomes that are broad in application type and function, and is relevant to many use cases for client and web server offerings.

Broad concepts covered

• Basic database functionality
• Testing
• Utilising existing code

Cluster 2 - Continuity & Security
Application developers must have the skills and knowledge to ensure that applications are ready, available and capable for the purpose they were designed. The workplace skills provided in this cluster cover a broad range of concepts for business continuity. Identifying key systems and services is paramount to ensure that business can continue to function effectively. This cluster delivers outcomes that are broad and transferable across systems and are relevant to many different application functions and use cases including non-specific browser and server implementations.

Broad concepts covered

• Code maintenance • Automation • Naming conventions • Testing • Fault finding and de-bugging • Utilising open source programming practice

• Object oriented design • User interface • Development environments • Application configuration and installation • Class structure and inheritance • Client, mobile and browser development

Cluster 3 - Continuous Improvement
This cluster has been developed with business, systems and software improvement in mind. Application developers play a key role in business improvement and must have the skills to offer solutions and alternatives to business managers to address problems and increase productivity and in turn, revenue. The core training involves usage of XML.
This cluster delivers outcomes that are broad in methodology, systems design, and business needs analysis and are transferrable across multiple industries, systems and platforms.

Broad concepts covered

Project lifecycle Identification and definition of Stakeholders Feasibility analysis

Analysis of business need Site content design and control Systems optimisation

Cluster 4 - Service Delivery & Governance
Successful application developers are generally not successful because of superior technical skills alone. Most have skills and knowledge that ensure they deliver appropriate service through superior communications skills like active listening and situational empathy. Being able to communicate with customers at all levels will ensure positive business support outcomes. The workplace skills provided in this cluster cover a broad range of concepts for systems support and maintenance. At the core of this cluster is ITIL, the "de facto standard", of service management. Included also are soft skills units that prepare the student for client interaction that focus on communication skills through activities and simulations. Many of the skills learned are applicable across many job roles and industry sectors.

This cluster provides the framework and skills set that are platform and systems independent and vital to ensure that website developers and administrators have the procedures, systems and policies in place to support correct, unbiased decision making in times of extreme stress. These will also extend to preventative maintenance and proactive problem management to reduce system incidents.

Broad concepts covered

Service metrics Change Management Problem solving - deductive/inductive Ethical conduct and service Information gathering

Maintaining technical documentation Quality Assurance Consistency of support Maintenance SLA/OLA/UC management

Career Outcomes

Depending on their choice of electives, participants can work in a number of junior programming roles. Selecting design or games development electives could equip an individual for digital, multimedia, or games programming; other electives could underpin a systems programmer role. Possible job titles include:

• Assistant Applications Programmer
• Assistant Programmer
• Assistant Software Developer
• Assistant Web Application Programmer
• Assistant Web Developer

Further Study

Pathways from this qualification include:

Diploma of Software Development (ICA50711), or a range of other diploma qualifications.

 

Course Fees and Payment Options

The certificate has a course fee of $3,330, payable in one of two ways:

1. A single upfront payment of the course fee attracts a 10% discount, making the total fee $2,995
2. An upfront enrolment fee of $495, and 7 x $405 paid per month for seven consecutive months. The total course fee is therefore $3,330

Government Funding and Incentives

At both state and federal level, government commitment to upskilling the Australian workforce has resulted in a comprehensive framework of funding schemes and incentive opportunities. As a result, many Upskilled participants find that their courses are heavily subsidised*. As part of the Australian Apprenticeships Incentives Program, employers could receive up to $3,000 per $3,330 they outlay for every eligible* employee who enrols.

*Eligibility for traineeships & User Choice is determined by an Australian Apprenticeship Centre. Further information can be found at www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au

Centrelink Financial Support Services

This course is approved for Centrelink financial support services, including  Youth Allowance,  Austudy and  Abstudy. Click here for more info.

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