Certificate III in Information Technology

Course Code ICT30120

VET Delivered to Secondary Students

Duration
  • Part Time
  • 2 years
Delivery
  • On Campus
Intakes
Campus
  • Moorabbin

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

The Certificate III in Information Technology provides secondary school learners with a solid understanding of game design principles and IT help desk support. This course can lead to further study in courses at Certificate IV level and higher, with job prospects in asset creation, game art, game animation, game testing, and IT technical support.

Career Opportunities

  • This course can be used by students to support VCE ATAR outcomes.

Pathway to further studies

  • ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology
  • ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Gaming Development)
  • ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Game Art and Design)
  • ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Game Programming)
  • BIS17 Bachelor of Information Systems

Studying the Certificate III in Information Technology at Holmesglen

This two-year program is for secondary school learners taking on VET studies as part of their school enrolment. Over the course of the program, learners will be able to complete the qualification and have the option of undertaking a scored assessment.<p>During the first year of the program, learners will learn how to manage personally identifiable information (PII) and methods of creating 3D models using industry-standard software, such as Autodesk Maya, Adobe Photoshop, and Substance Painter. Learners will learn the basics of the C# programming language using the Unity Game Engine and work as part of a team to develop a game, all while developing a critical thinking mindset.<p>During the second year of the program, learners will explore additional IT skill sets. Where they will learn the skills to install and optimise operating system software, provide system administration, create system backups, and respond to and provide support to clients. They will also learn to provide and carry out maintenance and fault repair procedures on hardware and software. Finally, they will learn how to install, configure, and secure a small office network. All this will prepare them for the VCE examination.

Entry Requirements

Holmesglen requires learners must be enrolled as a VETDSS or VCE VM in Secondary School and have an interest in both game development and IT Support.
Learners who undertake this program require digital literacy skills and the ability to:<br>• turn on a computer<br>• connect to the internet<br>• use a mouse, keyboard, headset with microphone or speakers and webcam<br>• open and close a software application<br>• conduct a search in a web browser<br>• send and receive emails<br>• save a file, and locate a saved file<br>• download and install the software application.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Unit code Unit name
BSBXCS303 Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information
BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills
ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques
BSBXTW301 Work in a team
ICTSAS305 Provide ICT advice to clients
ICTICT313 Identify IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments
Unit code Unit name
ICTGAM305 Apply simple textures and shading to three-dimensional (3D) models for digital games
ICTGAM304 Develop three-dimensional (3D) models for digital games
CUAANM301 Create 2D digital animations
ICTSAS312 Provide basic system administration
ICTSAS309 Maintain and repair ICT equipment and software
ICTSAS310 Install, configure and secure a small office or home office network

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

Talk to your secondary school

Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion of the program, you will receive the ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology qualification. Secondary school students who complete the ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology will be eligible for up to two units of credit at Units 1 and 2 level and at Units 3 and 4 sequence. Score assessment will be based on the Units 3 and 4 sequence partial completion of ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology.

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Fees

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