Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming)

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You could become an integral part of the ever-evolving digital world as an in-demand programmer with Swinburne’s Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming).

All computing begins with the programming – and your future employment prospects could, too. Gain the essential knowledge and skills to embark on your digital journey and explore a satisfying and challenging career.

Learn to design and code programs across popular languages and technologies such as Python, C# and JavaScript, and gain the ability to design, build and implement database systems – all while developing your communication and problem-solving skills.

With your certificate in hand, you’ll be ready to begin exploring opportunities for further education in the field or gain real-world work in roles such as software developer assistant or systems integrator, customer support technician, assistant programmer, or database manager.

Duration

1 year

Study mode

Full-time

VTAC course codes

3400277394
Gaming Development (fee type determined by provider)
3400277184
Programming (fee type determined by provider)
3400211354
Web Development (fee type determined by provider)

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

The key learning outcomes of the course include; software analysis, database design and project management to develop three-tiered applications that will be accessible world-wide via hosting on cloud services. These learning outcomes have been endorsed by industry as keys to employment and further study opportunities.

This course is delivered via a mix of individual and group training activities expanding on skills to be guided in creating a basic three-tiered application (Client -> API -> DataStore).

Key learning areas and environments include:

C#, ASP.Net Core
Angular, Typescript, SCSS, JSON
Object-Oriented Design, UML, Enterprise Architect
MS SQL-Server, T-SQL, Stored functions and procedures
Testing – Unit, Integration, User Acceptance
Codebase management – Git, Forking, Branching
Communication skills – Report Writing, Meeting minutes, Presentations, Requirements Gathering, Slack, MS Teams, Etiquette
Basic cloud deployments – AWS, Azure
Team based problem solving

This program is designed to be an entry point into the Diploma of IT (advanced programming), where the skills above are implemented in autonomous agile teams to build and maintain an industry project.

Course structure

Total of 20 units, comprising 7 core units, plus 13 elective units

Units of study

Core Units:

Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes (BSBCRT404)

Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices (ICTICT426)

Identify and resolve client ICT problems (ICTSAS432)

Work collaboratively in the ICT industry (ICTICT443)

Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments (ICTICT451)

Contribute to cyber security risk management (BSBXCS404)

Apply introductory programming techniques (ICTPRG302)

Elective Units:

Apply skills in object-oriented design (ICTPRG441)

Analyse software requirements (ICTPRG444)

Support small scale ICT projects (ICTPMG411)

Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment (BSBCRT311)

Build a user interface (ICTPRG437)

Create and style simple markup language documents (ICTWEB431)

Apply introductory programming skills in different languages (ICTPRG440)

Apply introductory object-oriented language skills (ICTPRG430)

Design databases (ICTDBS506)

Apply query language in relational databases (ICTPRG431)

Build a database (ICTDBS415)

Test software developments (ICTPRG433)

Use version control systems in development environments (ICTICT449)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities and course aims and objectives.

Career opportunities

Junior Software Developer

Junior Web Developer

Aims and objectives

This course is designed to guide students in developing the technical and enterprise skills required to consult and create a three-tiered application (Client - API - Datastore) to meet business requirements

Course fees and requirements

- Entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming) Estimated course fees for 2023*
Total Cost (GST Free)	$11,030	$5,140	$1,028

Estimated course fees for 2023*

Course fee options

Full course fee

Skills First Government-subsidised place

Concession rate

Total Cost (GST Free)

$11,030

$5,140

$1,028

Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2023 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.

Skills First Government-subsidised place
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

Concession rates for vocational students
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria.

The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.

Find out if you're eligible for a fee concession here.

Full course fee
If you are not granted a government subsidised place, the full course fee will apply. Check your eligibility now.

Indicative nominal course hours: 940.

Entry requirements

Entry into this program is based on an applicant’s study and/or relevant work history. Some additional criteria may also apply.

Applicants without formal qualifications but with significant relevant work experience are welcome to apply.