Course outline
Course outline
Develop your skills and knowledge for a career as a cyber security technician. This course has been designed with industry collaboration to address the specific cyber security needs of the security, banking, information technology and telecommunications industries.
Perfect for IT beginners or those looking to upskill, this course is designed to provide you with skills and knowledge for in-demand jobs in the thriving cyber security industry. It is a favoured course of those who are looking to work nationally and internationally for businesses and government agencies in this booming field.
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Course specifics
The Certificate IV in Cyber Security covers:
• theory and concepts required in cyber security
• configuration of secure networks and security infrastructure
• testing and analysis of systems for cyber exploitation
• working collaboratively in IT
• writing scripts and automating processes for software applications
• installation and management of servers and cloud services
Course delivery
You asked, and we listened. We now offer our Certificate IV in Cyber Security with flexibility, so you find the right balance between your studies, work, family and other commitments.
You can attend classes at our Mt Helen Campus, or study online via MS Teams. We incorporate the latest digital technology to complement our training methods, so if you choose to study online you will require access to a home computer – either Win10 or OS-X – with:
• 16GB RAM
• min 250GB of SSD disk
• CPU min of 4 cores for virtual machine (VM) work
• internet equivalent to NBN 25/5 or greater, or iiNet Hybrid Fibre Coaxial (HFC) connection with 100GB/month min quota
Our online learning system allows you to study in a safe, guided and fully supported manner with the same access to all learning, personal and wellbeing supports.
Hear from our students
“I went into this course because I wanted to change up my career entirely, and cyber security was my next big passion.
The need and the importance of website security is bigger than ever has been in the past, and so far I’ve learnt lots of new skills which will hopefully allow me to find work and stay in the region.”
Career opportunities
- Business Continuity Analyst
- Cyber Intelligence & Response Technologist (CIRT)
- Incident Responder
- Junior Programmer & Application Tester
- Network Administrator
- Network Security Analyst
- Pen Tester/Social Engineer
- Risk Analyst
- Security Analyst (Junior)
- Security Assessor
- Security Designer
- Security Operation Centre Analyst (SOC)
- Service Technician
- Treat Analyst
Course content
The course content below provides all possible units related to the course. If the course has various streams, the units you are required to study will depend on your chosen stream.
Contact hours
Day program delivery: 3 days per week Monday, Tuesday, and Friday 10am-3.00pm.
Up to 3 hours per week of self-directed/independent learning
Entry requirements
There are no essential entry requirements for the 22603VIC Certificate IV in Cyber Security. However, a keen interest in the industry is important.
How to apply
For information in relation to the University and students rights and responsibilities please refer to the VET Information Guide.
Applicants need to demonstrate the literacy and numeracy skills required to undertake this course through a test as part of the application process. The test will be conducted through Federation College prior to commencement of training. Feedback will be provided to the applicant on their results and types of support, if necessary, available to them.
Direct application: Yes
Federation University code: LBO
National course code: 22603VIC
Fees and scholarships
Tuition Fees
The tuition fees you will pay depends on your eligibility for a Victorian Government subsidised place under the Skills First Program.
Find out more about eligibility here.
| Concession Government Subsidised Place | Standard Government Subsidised Place | Full Fee Place (Not eligible for government subsidy) |
|---|---|---|
| $1,494 | $7,470 | $13,280 |
*Fees displayed are estimates for the total course and may change depending on individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees are subject to change annually.
Visit our fees and charges page for more information.
Material Fees
Material fees cover the cost of items which are purchased by the university and provided to the student, such as tools, materials, uniforms, textbooks, excursions and other incidentals associated with the course.
The estimated material fees for this course are $120
Important Information
Direct Debit Payment Plans are available for eligible students to help manage the payment of tuition and material fees throughout the enrolment year (excluding Diploma/Advanced Diploma tuition fees).
Students accessing government-subsidised training under the Skills First Program need to be aware that enrolling in a qualification may affect their ability to access future government-subsidised training.
Free TAFE: Under the Victorian Government Free TAFE initiative, some courses have free tuition for eligible students, however material fees (if applicable) will be payable by the student. Free TAFE is subject to availability and eligibility requirements.
Further information on fees, payments and refunds is available here.
Scholarships
Our scholarships and grants can help with your study costs. Explore our scholarships to find an opportunity that's right for you.
Recognition of prior learning
If what you have learned at work, from other courses, units, from life experience or training provided at work is relevant to this course, you may be entitled to gain unit credits or exemptions. The University is obliged to recognise the AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other registered training organisations. For further details contact Federation University on 1800 333 864.
Additional information
As part of your study, students have the opportunity to pursue the following industry certifications at no additional cost, subject to student performance. These micro-accreditations are recognised by industry and can bolster your knowledge and skills even further for future employment.
These certifications include:
• Amazon Cloud Foundations
• CCNA: Introduction to Networks
• CCNA: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials
• CCNA: Enterprise Networking
• Security, and Automation
• Cisco IT Essentials
• Cisco Cybersecurity Essentials
• Cisco CyberOps Associate
• NDG Linux
• PCAP: Programming Essentials in Python
A range of student services are available at most campuses. For further information on these services or for course information, please contact us on 1800 333 864.
The commencement of all courses is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.
All information contained in this course overview including the availability of courses and fees, is correct at the time of being published, however the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Students should check for any amendment prior to enrolment.
CRICOS Provider No.00103D
Please note: This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.
National RTO Code: 4909