New Zealand Certificate in IT Essentials
Computer Science
A course by
UCOL
Sharpen your ICT skills with the UCOL New Zealand Certificate in IT Essentials, providing practical training in software, hardware, networking, databases, and web development for entry-level IT roles or further study.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
UCOL Manawatū, Palmerston North
It will take a total of 19 weeks
This course requires 35 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Hardware and Operating Systems Skills
Assemble and disassemble computer hardware, install and configure operating systems, and understand device drivers and command line entry.
Networking and Security
Apply basic networking, remote services, and end-user security concepts.
Technical Documentation
Document planning and implementation using effective technical writing for procedures and professional reporting.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Certificate in IT Essentials at UCOL is a hands-on, practical programme designed to build foundational skills in core ICT subject areas, including database and information management, multimedia web design and development, programming, software design and development, and operating systems, hardware, and networking. Graduates can pursue entry-level ICT roles or continue study towards UCOL's Bachelor of ICT or NZ Diploma in IT Technical Support.
Course Content
- Assembling and disassembling computer hardware components
- Installing, configuring, and using operating systems
- Applying basic networking and security concepts
- Technical documentation and planning
- Professional conduct and safety with hardware
- Multimedia website design and development
- Interactivity, accessibility, and user experience (UX)
- Scripting and content management systems
- Intellectual property, copyright, and cultural sensitivity
- Business analysis and data modelling
- Relational database development (tables, queries, reports, forms, validation)
- Information management tools (spreadsheets, file management)
- Compliance and privacy issues
- Programming fundamentals
- Software application development
- Project management and development tools
What you need to know first
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Information Technology
Software Development
Technical Support
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level ICT roles
IT support