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Certificate IV in Information Technology (Cyber Security Incident Response)

National ID: ICT40120 | State ID: AC13

Become a skilled and trusted professional in a fast-growing industry! 

In a world where cyber-attacks are increasing, now is the time to gain in demand skills that can form the foundation for a career and a job of the future in cyber security. After completing the Certificate IV in Information Technology (Cyber Security Incident Response) you will be an attractive applicant for in-demand IT roles such as cyber security officer.

Training Outcomes

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are job ready and competent in a wide range of information and communications technology (ICT) where they are required to respond to complex cyber security risks in organisations in information and communications technology (ICT) environments.

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

  • Understanding how the business can be compromised (email attacks, cyber criminals, threats, impersonation tactics)
  • Ransomware as a service (RaaS)
  • Working remotely due to COVID 19 – crisis management plans with remote working from home
  • Fileless attacks – malicious software that uses legitimate programs to infect your computer (viral threats, infected files) using strategies to block these attacks
  • Mobile threats
  • Cloud services compromised - guessing passwords (emails and systems)
  • Collaboration platforms as new attack vectors – (Zoom, teams, Google drive, MS One Drive and Teams)
  • The internet of things – continuously connected both at work and home (web-connected devices range from laptops, smartphones, smart watches, smart locks, personal assistance
  • Application programming interface (API) vulnerabilities and breaches – security readiness
  • Distributed denial of service (DDos) Attacks
  • Programming in python and understanding organisational polices and processes for cyber security

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Course overview

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.

Certificate IV in Information Technology (Games and Intelligent Systems)

National ID: ICT40120 | State ID: AE09

Have a hand in shaping the future of gaming and smart technologies.

From hands-on game development to navigating the nuances of intelligent systems, this course promises an immersive learning expedition. Balancing intricate technical skills with team collaboration essentials, it's the pathway to a groundbreaking career in the cutting-edge intersection of gaming and smart tech.

Dive in and be part of the future today.

During game development sessions, you'll work with top-of-the-line VR headsets, leveraging both the Unity and Unreal game engines.
Meanwhile, in the robotics sessions, you'll engage with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and Jetson Nano microcontrollers, establishing sophisticated IoT networks that feed data to machine learning algorithms.

Gain these skills

  • Programming & Software Development: The foundational knowledge to write, test, and optimize code across multiple languages, with an emphasis on both introductory and advanced techniques, as well as mobile and data-driven application development.
  • Understanding & Implementing Emerging Technologies: Proficiency in identifying, evaluating, and implementing current and futuristic tech, especially in areas like IoT and intelligent systems.
  • Collaborative & Critical Thinking Skills: The ability to work effectively within the ICT industry's team dynamics and apply advanced critical thinking to streamline and enhance work processes.

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Junior Game Developer: Assisting in the design and development processes of video games, working under senior developers to learn and apply programming skills.

IoT Technician: Supporting the implementation and maintenance of IoT devices and networks in various environments.

IT Support Specialist: Providing technical support, troubleshooting issues, and assisting clients with ICT-related problems.

Database Assistant: Helping manage and query relational databases, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval.

QA Tester: Testing games and software applications for bugs, glitches, and overall performance, providing feedback to development teams

Further Study Option(s)

 Diploma of Information Technology (Games and Intelligent Systems)

Course overview

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.

Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security)

National ID: ICT60220 | State ID: AE08

Gain the skills needed to meet the growing demand for qualified staff to help protect businesses and organisations from threats and attacks.

As the first TAFE in WA to open a Cyber Security Training Centre, we are skilling Western Australians to take on jobs in the growing cyber security industry. Our cyber security courses focus on the practical and theoretical dimensions of IT security equipping you with a suite of essential skills to combat threats and protect an organisation's assets.

The Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security) is a para professional qualification that will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to offer a comprehensive set of technical services within your company or organisation such as:

  • performing a security risk assessment 
  • implementing best practice for identity management
  • evaluating an organisation's compliance with relevant cyber security standards, laws and codes of practice
  • evaluating and implementing security protection devices and software
  • managing a cyber-security environment
  • assessing and securing cloud services
  • performing digital forensic investigations on workstations and mobile devices

Graduates of the course will be able to seek employment as cyber security para professionals in a range of commercial enterprises/organisations and government bodies seeking to improve their cyber security or, work independently as freelance cyber security consultants.

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Database & Systems Administrators & ICT Security | ICT Security Specialists

Other job titles may include:

  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • Information Security Manager/Analyst
  • ICT Security Manager
  • Penetration Tester/Ethical Hacker
  • Security Architect
  • Digital Forensics Investigator/Analyst
  • Network Security Administrator/Analyst
  • Systems/Network Administrator

Further Study Option(s)

You may be eligible for entry and/or credits in ECU's YE89 Bachelor of Science (Cyber Security)

Course overview

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.

Certificate IV in Electrical - Instrumentation

National ID: UEE40420 | State ID: BFK8

Become instrumental in maintaining high tech control systems

Are you a qualified tradesperson with an electrical trade background? If so this course will give you the practical skills and knowledge to be employed as an instrumentation and control technician. You will undertake both theoretical and practical training.

The theoretical component is online whilst the practical components can be completed at our Midland campus, in a single 2 week block - dates are listed in the timetable tab below. Or the course can be spread out over 6 months to suit your schedule. This course costs approximately $700 if you enrol in the units outlined in the important information tab but please note fees are subject to change.

Gain these skills

  • Install, commission, calibrate and maintain modern instrumentation and control systems
  • PLC programming
  • Configure instruments
  • Prepare industry reports

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Electrical and Instrumentation Technician (E & I Tech) | Electronic Instrument Trades Workers (General) | Electronic Instrument Trades Workers (Special Class) | Instrument and Control Service Person | Industrial Measurement and Control Technician | Electronic Engineering Technician | Electrical Instrument Technic

Further Study Option(s)

 PID Skill Set

Course overview

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

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Certificate IV in Computer Systems

National ID: UEE40120 | State ID: BFL8

Are you ready for a technology career hardwired for success?

When you complete the Certificate IV in Computer Systems you'll be well on your way to an exciting IT career. Gain skills that employers will value for a computer systems technician.

Gain these skills:

  • select, install, commission, fault find and maintain computer hardware
  • select, install, commission, fault find and maintain software and network systems including wireless
  • support engineering application software and hardware 
  • write and test programs to control external devices 
  • build web pages
  • utilise workplace health and safety and sustainability practices

By completing this course at South Metropolitan TAFE you'll also gain valuable skills to prepare for external Cisco CCNA certification.

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Hardware Technician 

Further Study Option(s)

Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering

Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering

Course overview

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.

National ID: UEE40120 | State ID: BFL8

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Hardware Technician 

Further Study Option(s)

Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering, Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering

Course overview

View this course on South Metro Tafe's website

Thornlie

  • One semester
  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
Thornlie One semester No No selection criteria

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Website Design and Software Development

Most businesses and organisations have an online presence. Upon completion of this qualification you’ll be able to be involved in both the design and technical development of a website, designing and constructing web pages and creating the look and feel of the site. Websites have become an essential part of any organisation looking to reach out to its target audience. Almost all businesses in every industry have an online presence. With your qualification you could find a career as an in-house designer or work in a design studio.

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Networking and Security

IT is constantly expanding and evolving and is one of the most important components is networking. Our courses will see you planning, installing and maintaining computer networks as well as building internet/intranet infrastructure.

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Multimedia and Games

Games development is a relatively new and dynamic growth industry that has developed out of a blending of creative and technical production. There is a strong focus on the design, development and programming of digital games. Learn how to produce an interactive game, write a story and content for digital games, and develop high level 3D modelling, rendering and interactivity skills.

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Library

Kick start your career as an innovative and dynamic worker in the library industry. You will learn skills in customer service, how to supervise and lead teams, develop technical expertise in original cataloguing and use the latest software to build and update websites.

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