For information regarding this course please check the Subject Guide.
Any further information, please call Senior Schooling on 5427 8334 or email Mrs Antonia Forstpointner on acjar1@eq.edu.au.
Rationale:
This entry level qualification provides the foundation skills and knowledge to use information and communications technology (ICT) in any industry. This certificate course gives students the opportunity to engage in and understand a range of ICT practices through a range of real-life situations and simulated environments. This course will engage students in learning activities which will allow them to develop an understanding of various IT skills such as configuring operating systems, acquiring and using new and upgraded technology, selecting, installing and using computer software as well as solving organisational problems by applying technology.
Course Structure:
This 2 year course is a combination of theory and practical-based face to face learning, delivered at Lowood SHS over 4 terms. It is designed to give students a thorough understanding of how the theory components apply to real-life situations. A total of 12 units, 6 core units and 6 elective units, must be completed to a competent standard for students to be awarded this Certificate. Student support services are available. There are no entry requirements for this course.
CORE units
BSBSUS211 Participate in sustainable work practices
BSBTEC202 Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment
BSBWHS211 Contribute to the health and safety of self and others
ICTICT213 Use computer operating systems and hardware
ICTICT214 Operate application software packages
ICTICT215 Operate digital media technology packages
ELECTIVE units
BSBTEC203 Research using the internet
BSBTEC301 Design and produce business documents
BSBTEC302 Design and produce spreadsheets
ICTICT224 Integrate commercial computing packages
ICTICT226 Operate simple database applications
CUADIG212 Develop digital imaging skills
Assessment:
To gain this qualification, students must successfully complete a range of assessment tasks including various theoretical, practical and verbal assessments, practical assessments and interviews with the trainer/assessor.
Pathways:
This qualification provides students with the opportunity to work in a variety of industries as an office assistant, records assistant, IT assistant or junior office support. Students may also choose to later undertake ICT30120 Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology.
Costs:
There are no costs in addition to the School Resource Scheme