Certificate III in Information Technology - VDSS

There is no better time to commence your studies in this exciting and diverse industry.
Learn Microsoft Office features that are highly valued by employers, create your own website and edit photographs to use on the internet, learn how to program software to kick start that game developer career or learn how to assist customers with their computer faults as an IT Helpdesk Officer.

Individuals who work in these fields apply broad sets of skills, including foundational knowledge in critical thinking and customer service skills, to support a range of technologies, processes, procedures, policies, people and clients in a variety of work contexts.

Entry Requirements

This course is for students undertaking the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or the VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM). Please contact your school for more information.

Proposed Units

ICTWEB305 Produce Digital Images for the Web
ICTWEB431 Create and style simple markup language documents
ICTPRG435 Write scripts for software applications
ICTICT313 Identify IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments
ICTICT214 Operate Application Software Packages
ICTWEB304 Build simple web pages
ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques
ICTICT312 Use advanced features of applications
BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills
BSBXCS303 Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information
BSBCRT311 Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment
ICTSAS305 Provide ICT Advice to Clients
BSBXTW301 Work in a team

Clothing and Equipment

• Branded uniform top will be provided
• Long pants
• Solid, closed in shoes
• USB memory stick provided

Pathways

• ICT40120- Certificate IV in Information Technology (Not offered at TAFE Gippsland)
• ICT50220- Diploma of Information Technology (Not offered at TAFE Gippsland)

Potential Job Outcomes

• IT Technician
• Help Desk Officer
• Customer Service Representative (ICT)
• Client Support Officer (ICT)
• User Support Specialist