CRICOS Code: 117099A
ICT40120 – Certificate IV in Information Technology
Build the technical, creative, and problem-solving skills to thrive in today’s fast-changing IT industry.
Overview
Enjoy the flexibility to start on any upcoming intake date.
Why Take This Course?
● Get a broad, hands-on IT foundation
- ● Try multiple streams before specialising
● Build troubleshooting and support skills
● Learn by doing: labs, scenarios, small builds
● Prepare for entry-level tech responsibilities
What You’ll Learn
Programming and software development Networking fundamentals and IT infrastructure Cybersecurity principles and risk management Client support and technical troubleshooting Team collaboration and project management Digital media, game, and mobile app development
Career Outcomes
This qualification prepares students for entry-level and developing roles across a wide range of ICT areas, with a focus on problem solving, collaboration and practical skills.
Graduates may seek roles such as
• IT Support Technician / Help Desk Support
• Junior Software or Application Developer
• Mobile Application Developer
• Digital Media or Content Designer
• Cybersecurity Assistant (supporting risk and policy implementation)
• 3D Game Artist / Interactive Game Developer
Industry areas
Your elective choices allow you to focus on different ICT areas:
IT and Programming
• Assist clients by troubleshooting hardware, software and network issues as an IT Support Technician.
• Develop and test basic applications and software solutions as a Junior Developer.
• Create and maintain simple mobile applications.
Digital Design and Media
• Design interactive and visual content as a Digital Media Designer.
• Edit video, audio and visual media for online and offline platforms.
• Produce animations and visual effects for games, advertising or video projects.
Cybersecurity and IT Governance
• Support the management of cybersecurity risks and contribute to policy compliance and awareness activities.
Gaming and 3D Development
• Design and model 3D assets as a 3D Game Artist.
• Help create components for interactive and immersive game experiences.
Further study pathways
At Mindroom
Graduates often use this qualification as a foundation for more specialised study, for example:
ICT50220 – Diploma of Information Technology – to deepen skills in areas such as web development, programming, networking or business analysis.
11358NAT – Certificate IV in Artificial Intelligence for Business – for those who want to apply AI tools and automation in business and IT environments.
(Entry into additional courses is subject to meeting each course’s specific entry requirements.)
Beyond Mindroom
As an AQF Level 4 qualification, ICT40120 may also support applications to diploma-level courses in IT, networking, programming, cyber or interactive media with other providers, depending on each institution’s admission criteria.
Course Outline
The ICT40120 – Certificate IV in Information Technology comprises a total of 20 units, including 7 core unit and 13 electives.
CORE UNITS
BSBCRT411 Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes BSBXCS404 Contribute to cyber security risk management ICTICT426 Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices ICTICT443 Work collaboratively in the ICT industry ICTICT451 Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques ICTSAS432 Identify and resolve client ICT problems
ELECTIVE UNITS
Group C Gaming Development Specialisation ICTGAM418 Use simple modelling for animation
Group D Networking Specialisation ICTNWK420 Install and configure virtual machines
Group E Programming Specialisation ICTICT449 Use version control systems in development environments
Programming ICTPRG436 Develop mobile applications
Design Thinking ICTDSN401 Design digital user interfaces ICTDSN402 Develop digital user interfaces ICTDSN403 Apply innovative thinking and practices in digital environments
Gaming Art and Development ICTGAM429 Develop 3–D components for interactive games
Digital Media CUAANM412 Create digital visual effects CUAPOS411 Edit digital content for fast turnaround CUASOU212 Perform basic sound editing ICTDMT404 Create visual design components for digital media ICTDMT405 Produce interactive animations
Who Is This Course For?
Open to international and domestic students.
Beginners/early-career learners wanting a broad, hands-on foundation (prog, networking, cyber awareness, support) Career changers seeking structured exposure before choosing a specialisation/Diploma School leavers/new grads aiming for entry-level support with troubleshooting & documentation Workers building digital literacy, basic scripting & workstation skills (learn-by-doing labs/tasks)
Course Essentials
Are you an international or domestic student? Click the tab below that best describes you.
COURSE DURATION
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- – Must be a minimum of 18 years old when the course commences
- – Must demonstrate English proficiency. See ‘ENGLISH (COURSE ENTRY & VISA EVIDENCE)’ in tab below.
Note: A reasonable level of English is required to understand course concepts and communicate effectively.
General Requirements for All Students:
- – A personal laptop is a mandatory requirement for in-class studies
- – Laptop Specs: Windows PC with an i7 Intel chip. This spec ensures the machine will remain suitable for years, with appropriate RAM and HDD to match the CPU specs. Apple machines are not recommended due to frequent compatibility issues. Ensure the laptop choice isn’t running a Snapdragon chip, as software cannot utilise this correctly, as this will cause issues, similar to the M series chip on an Apple machine.
- – Proficiency in basic computer usage and software applications, including Microsoft Office or similar software
- – Proficiency in using web browsers
As part of our course enrolment process, students will undergo initial interviews and assessments to ensure they meet these requirements. Any identified issues will be addressed with Mindroom management prior to the course commencement to ensure a smooth learning experience.
ENGLISH (COURSE ENTRY & VISA EVIDENCE)
Mindroom’s course entry standard is IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent). We also accept a recent Certificate IV or higher completed in Australia as meeting our course English standard.
Student visa English evidence (Department of Home Affairs):
If you need to show English for your Subclass 500 visa, the Department accepts the following tests taken within 2 years of lodgement (or within 2 years of the decision if evidence isn’t provided at lodgement):
IELTS Academic or General Training: average band 6.0
PTE Academic: 47
TOEFL iBT: 67 (total)
OET: B in each component
C1 Advanced (CAE): 161 (note: not valid for ELICOS concession)
CELPIP General: 7
LanguageCert Academic: 61
MET: 53
Packaged English (ELICOS) / pathway options:
If your principal course is packaged with:
– 10 weeks ELICOS (or a standard/extended foundation, or an eligible pathway program), lower scores may apply (e.g. IELTS 5.5 / PTE 39 / TOEFL iBT 51, etc.).
– 20 weeks ELICOS, lower scores may apply again (e.g. IELTS 5.0 / PTE 31 / TOEFL iBT 37, etc.).
(C1 Advanced cannot be used for these concessions.)
Exemptions:
You may not need a test if you: hold passports from the UK, USA, Canada, NZ or Ireland; have completed eligible Australian study (e.g. Senior Secondary or AQF Cert IV+ on a student visa); or have 5+ years of study in English in listed countries. See the Department of Home Affairs for full details.
Note about the Mindroom English Test
Our internal English test is used for course placement only. It does not meet DHA visa evidence requirements.
CAMPUSES
Gold Coast: 1/37 Connor St, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
FEES & INTAKE DATES
- – For course-related fees, please see our price list or contact our team on [email protected]
– Intake dates fall on the Friday before the first week of each unit or cluster.
COURSE DURATION
- – This full-time course runs over 60 academic weeks plus 18 weeks of holidays, totalling 78 weeks of enrolment.
- – Flexible study options are available for domestic students, including 100% online and self-paced or blended learning formats.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- – Must be at least 15 years of age
- – Must complete Mindroom’s Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Test as part of the enrolment process.
General Requirements for All Students:
- – A personal laptop is a mandatory requirement for in-class studies
- – Laptop Specs: Windows PC with an i7 Intel chip. This spec ensures the machine will remain suitable for years, with appropriate RAM and HDD to match the CPU specs. Apple machines are not recommended due to frequent compatibility issues. Ensure the laptop choice isn’t running a Snapdragon chip, as software cannot utilise this correctly, as this will cause issues, similar to the M series chip on an Apple machine.
- – Proficiency in basic computer usage and software applications, including Microsoft Office or similar software
- – Proficiency in using web browsers
As part of our course enrolment process, students will undergo initial interviews and assessments to ensure they meet these requirements. Any identified issues will be addressed with Mindroom management prior to the course commencement to ensure a smooth learning experience.
CAMPUSES
Gold Coast: 1/37 Connor St, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
Domestic students can complete their studies entirely online and access one-on-one support sessions with a trainer whenever they need assistance.
FEES & INTAKE DATES
- – For course-related fees, please see our price list or contact our team on [email protected]
– Students can start at any time.
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