This course is designed to significantly enhance the student's prospects of gaining employment by providing a solid grounding in basic computer skills required in today's business environment. The course has a number of benefits that include:
- Enhancing job prospects
- Providing a solid foundation upon which to base further studies in Information Technology
- Developing skills in using a graphical user interface (MS Windows)
- Providing a solid grounding in the most widely used business computer software packages (MS Word, Excel, Access and a desktop publishing package)
- Providing a basic understanding of computer networks & computer hardware
- Developing skills in the areas of communication
- Providing an understanding of the Workplace in an IT environment
- Understanding Work, Health and Safety issues
- Basic use and understanding of an Operating System
- Installing software packages and maintaining computer system security
- Introductory Multimedia skills in capturing Digital Images
- Using the Internet effectively
- Learning to operate computer hardware and peripherals.
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: ICA20105
- CRICOS Code: 060004K
Campus: Collingwood, Epping, Greensborough, Preston
Duration
Full-time: 6 months
Part-time:
available
Part-time not available to International Students
Modes of Delivery
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
Students completing the Certificate II in Information Technology will be able to apply to undertake the Certificate IV in Information Technology. Students will be eligible for exemptions in some subjects.
Study Pathways at NMIT
- Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking) and Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming) - Dual Qualification
Career Opportunities
Graduates may be employed as assistant computer technical officers, data entry and retrieval officers and general clerical workers.
Entrance Requirements
Local Students:
No formal entrance requirements.
International Students:
Australian Year 11 (or recognised equivalent). IELTS 5.5 (or recognised equivalents). Mature Age.Materials
Assessment Methods
Various forms of assessment may be used including: practicals, theory, assignments, ongoing class work.
Materials
Materials and book lists are provided at the start of the course.
Fees
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2011):
To start this course in 2011 apply directly to NMIT.
Full-time Mid-year Entry (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
Part-time:
Please contact the department directly if you are interested in studying part time.
International Students
Click to download an
Application for Enrolment Form
Units of Study
| Code | Subject | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D2012A | Design Organisational Documents | 40 | Core |
| I2015A | Install Software Packages | 20 | Core |
| MM263A | Access & use the Internet | 20 | Core |
| MM321A | Capture Digital Images | 20 | Core |
| MN106A | Follow Workplace Safety Procedures | 20 | Core |
| S2014A | Connect Hardware Peripherals | 20 | Core |
| S2017A | Maintain System Security | 20 | Core |
| S2243A | Spam & Destructive Software | 15 | Core |
| S3121A | Administer Network Peripheral | 20 | Core |
| S3243A | Care for Computer Hardware | 20 | Core |
| U1128A | Operate a Personal Computer | 20 | Core |
| U2005A | Operate Computer Hardware | 20 | Core |
| U2006A | Operate Computer Packages | 60 | Core |
| U2007A | Maintain Equipment & Consumable | 20 | Core |
| U2013A | Integrate Commercial Computing Packages | 25 | Core |
| U2231A | Use a Computer Operating System | 20 | Core |
| W2001A | Work Effectively in an Information Technology Environment | 20 | Core |
| W2002A | Communicate in the Workplace | 20 | Core |
