Course summary
If you're passionate about IT and want to work in a dynamic industry with diverse career prospects, the Undergraduate Certificate in Information Technology is an excellent way to start your journey.
This course provides you with the opportunity to develop academic and business skills in the area of information technology and digital business, developing your understanding of Information and Communication Technologies and their social, ethical and legal impacts.
You'll complete two core units and choose from a selection of elective units, depending on your interest.
This course is also a pathway into further study. Graduates of this course will be eligible for entry and four units of credit towards the Bachelor of Information Technology.
If you're passionate about IT and want to work in a dynamic industry with diverse career prospects, the Undergraduate Certificate in Information Technology is an excellent way to start your journey.
This course provides you with the opportunity to develop academic and business skills in the area of information technology and digital business, developing your understanding of Information and Communication Technologies and their social, ethical and legal impacts.
You'll complete two core units and choose from a selection of elective units, depending on your interest.
This course is also a pathway into further study. Graduates of this course will be eligible for entry and four units of credit towards the Bachelor of Information Technology.
Core units:
- Language and Learning in your Discipline
- Quantitative Methods with Economics.
Elective units (Choose two from the following):
- Data Communications and Networks
- Contemporary Issues in Information Technology
- Programming I
- Foundations of Computing.
| Course Learning Outcome |
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demonstrate an understanding of foundational concepts that are essential for successful university study in Information Technology |
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demonstrate an understanding of foundational concepts that are essential for successful university study in Information Technology |
apply reflective practice to independent learning and self-management strategies. |
identify and use different forms of communication relevant to Information Technology. |
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Course overview
Course code
2004100
Course abbreviation
CertInfoTech
Credit points
48
Equivalent units
4
Duration
0.5 years full-time; 1 year part-time
Duration
0.5 years full-time
Availability details
Domestic
| Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Coast | Term 1 | N/A | N/A |
| Online | Term 1 | N/A | N/A |
Fee information
International
| Location | Teaching period | Annual Fees | CRICOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Term 1 | N/A | N/A |
Course requirements
See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.
To be eligible to receive the Undergraduate Certificate in Information Technology, students must complete the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points), comprising:
- 2 core units (24 credit points) and
- 2 elective units (24 credit points)
Schedule of units
| Title | Note | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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| EDUC1001 - Language and Learning in your Discipline | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| MATH1003 - Quantitative Methods with Economics | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| Choose two units from the following: | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| COMP1001 - Data Communications and Networks | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| ISYS1004 - Contemporary Issues in Information Technology | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| PROG1001 - Programming I | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| COMP1002 - Foundations of Computing | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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