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Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development)

Course Code ICT40120

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Duration
  • Part Time
  • 1 year
  • Full Time
  • 6 months
Delivery
  • Mixed Delivery
  • On Campus
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  • Moorabbin
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This course is not available for International Students

Overview

The Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development) provides a comprehensive hybrid learning experience, combining on-campus and live online formats. Learn how to build modern, responsive websites and web applications from industry experts. Develop crucial skills in both front-end and back-end development while creating a robust portfolio to launch your web development career. Acquire practical, industry-based knowledge to excel in the dynamic web development field

Career Opportunities

  • Web applications developer
  • UX & UI designer
  • assistant website designer
  • assistant website developer
  • assistant web marketing analyst
  • assistant digital media developer
  • digital media designer/developer

Pathway to further studies

  • <a href="https://www.holmesglen.edu.au/explore-courses/computing-and-it/web-design-and-development/vocational-education/diploma-of-information-technology-front-end-web-development-with-diploma-of-information-technology-back-end-web-development-ict50220">ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Front End Web Development)</a>
  • <a href="https://www.holmesglen.edu.au/explore-courses/computing-and-it/web-design-and-development/vocational-education/diploma-of-information-technology-front-end-web-development-with-diploma-of-information-technology-back-end-web-development-ict50220">ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Back End Web Development)</a>
  • <a href="https://www.holmesglen.edu.au/explore-courses/computing-and-it/programming/vocational-education/diploma-of-information-technology-advanced-programming-with-diploma-of-information-technology-back-end-web-development-ict50220-int">ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Programming)</a>
  • <a href="https://www.holmesglen.edu.au/explore-courses/computing-and-it/information-systems/higher-education/bachelor-of-information-systems">BIS24 Bachelor of Information Systems</a>

Studying the Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development) at Holmesglen

You will be guided by experienced teachers who will help you build stunning, modern websites and prepare you for a future career as a web developer, front-end developer, back-end developer, or full-stack developer.<p>This course at Holmesglen in Melbourne combines practical, hands-on training with strong support for learners. You’ll create elegant, responsive websites and web applications using the latest industry tools and techniques. Weekly open lab sessions with teachers provide extra guidance, helping you work through challenges and develop confidence as you progress.<p>The program covers both front-end and back-end development, giving you the knowledge to design, build, and deploy professional websites that are efficient, mobile-ready, and accessible. Along the way, you’ll build a portfolio of real projects that will showcase your abilities to future employers.<br>You will train in a wide range of in-demand technologies and skills, including:<br> • HTML5 & CSS3<br> • JavaScript (programming essentials, OOP, DOM manipulation, API requests, JSON)<br> • Web application development with JavaScript<br> • Git and version control<br> • User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) design<br> • Responsive design<br> • Bootstrap<br> • Database design (SQL)<br> • PHP and WordPress<br> • Deployment and cyber security

Entry Requirements

All applicants must be at least 17 years of age. Holmesglen also requires that all applicants possess the following abilities:<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 software application<br>• use webinar software to participate in remote learning.<p>Learners opting to BYOD or intending to learn remotely will require access to: <p>• A Mac with the following minimum specification: M1 Processor, Memory 8GB, Storage 512GB<br>OR<br>• A PC/laptop with the following minimum specification: Quad-Core CPU, 16GB of RAM, 256GB of Storage, 2 GHz or faster processor, Windows 10 OS, or higher<br>• Headset with microphone and webcam (if learning remotely)<br>• Internet access<p>Access to applications used in learning is available through Holmesglen MyHorizon or can be downloaded via the link provided:<br>• Brightspace (Learning Management System) - https://holmesglen.brightspace.com/<br>• 365 Microsoft office suite - https://portal.office.com<br>• WebEx - https://holmesglen.webex.com/<br>• Holmesglen OneDrive<br>• MyHorizon - https://myHorizon.holmesglen.edu.au<br>• Google Chrome – recommended web browser https://www.google.com/intl/en_au/chrome/<br>• 7-Zip - https://www.7-zip.org/download.html<br>• Visual Studio Code - https://code.visualstudio.com/<br>• GitHub Desktop- https://desktop.github.com<br>• Figma - https://www.figma.com/<br>• Adobe Photoshop<br>• Adobe Illustrator<br>• Bootstrap - https://getbootstrap.com/<br>• Apache - https://httpd.apache.org/<br>• PHP - https://www.php.net/<br>• MySQL - https://www.mysql.com/<br>• WordPress - https://wordpress.com/<br>• FileZilla - https://filezilla-project.org/<br>• WAMP - https://www.wampserver.com/en/
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training, you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment via Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) and a Pre Training Review interview. These will assist with determining your suitability for the course and identify any learning support needs.

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

Timetable

The Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development) is structured to give you a foundational understanding of the full scope of website design and development in only 6 months of full time study (or 12 months of part time study), including art, design, and programming.<p>During the course you will study 6 subjects, each focused on a different technical skill, and practising soft skills to support your technical ability.<p>This course uses flipped learning, meaning you get all your resources at the start of class so you can study material in advance, and a hybrid delivery, meaning you can study from either on campus or online (or both)!<p>Please note: International students can not attend remotely and must attend on campus for all classes.
Unit code Unit name
ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques
ICTICT451 Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments
ICTICT443 Work collaboratively in the ICT industry
BSBXCS404 Contribute to cyber security risk management
ICTSAS432 Identify and resolve client ICT problems
ICTICT426 Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices
BSBCRT404 Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes
Unit code Unit name
ICTWEB431 Create and style simple markup language documents
ICTWEB452 Create a markup language document
ICTWEB433 Confirm accessibility of websites
ICTPRG437 Build a user interface
ICTWEB441 Produce basic client-side script
ICTWEB527 Research and apply emerging web technology trends
ICTWEB451 Apply structured query language in relational databases
ICTWEB430 Produce server-side script for dynamic web pages
ICTWEB434 Transfer content to websites
ICTWEB432 Design website layouts
ICTWEB443 Implement search engine optimisations
ICTWEB450 Evaluate and select a web hosting service
ICTWEB444 Create responsive website layouts

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

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Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

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Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion, you will receive the ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development) qualification.

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Full Fee $10,187
Government subsidised $4,050
Concession $810
Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees Cost
General Services Fee $70 Per Semester
General Services Fee (Concession) $35 Per Semester

The General Services Fee (GSF) at Holmesglen is a mandatory annual fee applicable to all students enrolled in Certificate I through Advanced Diploma courses. This fee supports various student services such as counselling, welfare support, and learning assistance provided by our dedicated student support and wellbeing teams. For more details on the GSF and its specific allocations, please visit the <a title=" General Services Fee page" href="/current-students/course-resources/fees-and-payments/General-Services-Fee.html">General Services Fee (GSF) page</a>.

Additional Course Cost

The indicative additional course costs for this course: <br>Web Hosting $5 - 10 per month recommended <br>1 TB External SSD Hard Drive, approximately $75

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-funding">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

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