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

Assemble and disassemble computer hardware, install and configure operating systems, and understand device drivers and command line entry.

Apply basic networking, remote services, and end-user security concepts.

Document planning and implementation using effective technical writing for procedures and professional reporting.
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.
What you need to know first

Information Technology
Software Development
Technical Support

Entry-level ICT roles
IT support
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

Assemble and disassemble computer hardware, install and configure operating systems, and understand device drivers and command line entry.

Apply basic networking, remote services, and end-user security concepts.

Document planning and implementation using effective technical writing for procedures and professional reporting.
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.
What you need to know first

Information Technology
Software Development
Technical Support

Entry-level ICT roles
IT support
NCEA Level 2
Certificate in Information Technology for Business
Entry by discretion of the Executive Dean (case-by-case)
English language proficiency: IELTS 5.5 (no band less than 5) or equivalent
NCEA Level 2
Certificate in Information Technology for Business
Entry by discretion of the Executive Dean (case-by-case)
English language proficiency: IELTS 5.5 (no band less than 5) or equivalent