National units of competency

 

Certificate III in Information Technology

Computing

Subjects National units of competency 
Basic Computer Operations  * ICAU2005A Operate computer hardware (P)
* ICAU1128A Operate a personal computer (P)
Develop Keyboard Skills * ICAU1128A Operate a personal computer  (P)
Word Processing * ICAU2006A Operate computing packages  (P)
* ICAU1128A Operate a personal computer (P)
Spreadsheets  * ICAU2006A Operate computing packages  (P)
Databases  * ICAU2006A Operate computing packages  (P)
Presentation Graphics  * ICAU2006A Operate computing packages  (P)
Integrate Business Applications  * ICAD2012A Design organisational documents using computing packages
* ICAU2013A Integrate commercial computing packages
^ ICAB3018A Develop macros and templates for clients using standard products
^ ICAU3126A Use advanced features of computer applications
IT Workplace Skills  * ICAW2001A Work effectively in an IT environment
ICAW4214A Maintain ethical conduct
BSBCMN304A Contribute to personal skill development and learning
* ICAW2002A Communicate in the workplace
Database Design and Implementation

^ ICAU3028A Customise packaged software applications for clients
^ ICAD3218A Create user documentation
ICAD4217A Create technical documentation

System

Subjects National units of competency 
Operating Systems and Hardware ^ CAS3234A Care for computer hardware
* ICAS2014A Connect hardware peripherals
^ ICAI3020A Install and optimise operating system software
^ ICAS3024A Provide basic system administration
^ ICAT3025A Run standard diagnostic tests
* ICAU2231A Use computer operating system (P)
^ ICAU3004A Apply occupational health and safety procedures 
Workplace Safety  * BSBCMN106A Follow workplace safety procedures (P)
BSBCMN211A Participate in workplace safety procedures
BSBCMN311A Maintain workplace safety

Networking

Subjects National units of competency
Introduction to Networking ^ ICAI4029A Install network hardware to a network
^ ICAS3031A Provide advice to clients
^ ICAI3101A Install and manage network protocols
* ICAU2231A Use computer operating system (P)
ICAU3019A Migrate to a new technology
Network Administration  ICAI4097A Install and configure a network
ICAI4030A Install software to networked computers
^ ICAS3032A Provide network systems administration
^ ICAS3120A Configure and administer a network operating system
ICAS4124A Monitor and administer network security
ICAS4127A Support system software
^ ICAS3034A Determine and action network problems
^ ICAS3121A Administer network peripherals

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(P) Partial completion only – more than one SGA Learning Unit is required for these units of competency.
 
^ Competencies nominated for the Martin College version of the National Qualification Certificate III in Information Technology ICA30105. Variations may be possible, providing the Qualification Packaging Rules identified are fully met.

* Those marked with an asterisk contain underpinning skills and knowledge applicable to the nominated units of competency.

The unmarked additional units of competency are included within the Martin College version of the Certificate III in Information Technology as they contain important skills, knowledge and understanding which will underpin and significantly contribute to the attainment of the highlighted units above, as well as assist each graduate with their studies, and to attain employment upon graduation.

While it is expected that most participants will achieve competency through the completion of the Martin College course, Skills Recognition will be available for any applicant who can provide valid evidence of already having attained any or all of the competencies.