Certificate IV in IT (Networking and System Admin Support)

Certificate IV in IT (Networking and System Admin Support)
ICT40120 I CRICOS CODE 102821C

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are job ready and competent in a wide range of information and communications technology (ICT) roles and apply a broad range of skills in varied work contexts, using problem solving skills and effective communication with others.

The skills required for these roles may include, but are not restricted to:

  • Networking: installing, configuring and testing networks and servers in organisations
  • Systems administration support: implementing maintenance procedures and support to help troubleshoot system applications

Career Opportunities

Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:

  • IP-based network Installer
  • Specialised network infrastructure installer
  • Secure IT network installer
  • Entry-level Network Support
  • Entry-level Server Support

Qualification Units

  • ICTNWK422   Install and manage servers
  • ICTNWK429   Install hardware to networks
  • ICTNWK423   Manage network and data integrity
  • BSBXCS404   to cyber security risk management
  • ICTICT445    Connect and configure devices and hardware components
  • ICTSAS436   Evaluate ICT system status
  • ICTSAS438   Implement maintenance procedures
  • ICTSAS441    Support ICT system software
  • ICTPRG302   Apply introductory programming techniques
  • ICTNWK420   Install and configure virtual machines 
  • ICTICT443   Work collaboratively in the ICT industry
  • ICTSAS432   Identify and resolve client ICT problems
  • ICTSAS442   Provide first-level remote help desk support
  • ICTICT426   Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices
  • BSBCRT404   Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes
  • ICTNWK421   Install, configure and test network security
  • ICTSAS443   Support operating system users and troubleshoot applications
  • ICTTEN434   Install, configure and test internet protocol networks
  • ICTICT451   Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments
  • ICTNWK424   Install and operate small enterprise branch networks

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements

  • Confidence in modifying, saving and uploading documents across the Microsoft Office suite, such as Excel spreadsheets and word documents.
  • Access to computer and the internet.
  • 18 years old or above to apply for this course.
  • Satisfactory completed Year 12 of secondary education or its equivalent.
    and/or
    For overseas students whose first language is not English an overall
  • IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent OR
  • Pass an Abbey College Australia entry test designed to assess the level of English proficiency.

Here is a score comparison chart featuring popular English Proficiency Tests as well as Abbey’s English Placement Test:

English Proficiency Test Score Comparison Chart

Course Duration

Full Time – 52 Weeks

Study Pathway

Graduates will have significant telecommunication and information technology network knowledge and can consolidate and build pathways to further education and employment opportunities including but not limited to:

  • ICT50120 Diploma of Information Technology
  • ICT51015 Diploma of Telecommunications Engineering
  • ICT60615 Advanced Diploma of telecommunications Network Engineering

Tuition Fee

For tuition fees, please, contact us or one of our accredited educational agents.

Tuition Fee

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