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Programming Skills for Introductory Roles Skill Set

Programming Skills for Introductory Roles Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
ICTSS00138
State Code
AE688
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Associated Qualification
Certificate IV in Information Technology
National Code
ICT40120
State Code
BFF9
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
Statement of Attainment at Certificate IV Level
Field of Education
0203 - Information Systems
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
03/02/2022
Current Release Date
03/02/2022
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
25/05/2022
Nominal Hours
245
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 03/02/2022 Current Approved
Description
This skill set addresses the skills and knowledge required to build interfaces and applications using basic programming languages in a range of introductory roles in information and communications technology (ICT) workplace contexts.
Pathway Information
The units provide credit towards ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology and other qualifications that allow for selection of these units. The units in this skill set comprise the mandatory units required for a specialisation in programming in ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology. Users are advised to consult the skill set pathways section of the current version of ICT Companion Volume Implementation Guide to confirm the currency of this information and for further guidance.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals who work in programming roles, including application programmers, and other related introductory roles, who are responsible for supporting the building and testing activities for programming components using basic programming languages.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units of competency from the ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package meet industry requirements for supporting programming activities using basic programming languages in introductory ICT contexts.
General notes
No information