New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology Essentials
Computer Science
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Gain a broad range of computing skills and knowledge to set you on a path to a career in IT. Covers key areas at an introductory level including hardware, software, networking, security, user experience, website development, and professional practices.
NZ$4,761
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Demonstrate foundational technical IT skills
Develop knowledge and capability in hardware, operating systems, and networking environments.
Apply web and media design principles
Create and develop websites and digital media using contemporary tools and practices.
About This Course
This certificate programme provides introductory skills in a wide range of IT topics, including hardware, operating systems, networking, security, user experience, website design and development, information systems, and software design. Students also learn about professional, ethical, and legal practices along with communication skills, preparing them for further IT study or entry-level IT support roles.
Course Content
- Technical IT Skills
- Media Design and Development
- Information Management
- Software Design and Development
- Hardware and Operating Systems
- Networking and Security
- User Experience
- Website Design and Development
- Information Systems
- Professional, Ethical and Legal Principles
- Communication Skills
Entry Requirements
40 credits NCEA Level 1, including 10 literacy and 10 numeracy credits
or New Zealand Certificate in Computing (Intermediate User) Level 3
Build towards these roles
Entry-level IT support rolesPreparation for higher level IT study
Build skills in these industries
Information TechnologyDigital TechnologiesComputing
