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IT vendor curriculum
The pedagogy of blended eLearning
ICT training package ICA05
ICT training package - ICA05
RTOs are strongly encouraged to integrate, link or at least be aware of industry and vendor certifications that relate to the Training Package qualifications they offer. (ICA05)
The global market for IT vendor certification training is over $2 billion. IT vendor certification training can be incorporated into the ICT training package ICA05.
This showcase will highlight:
Ø Mapping vendor certification learning outcomes to ICA05 module learning outcomes
Ø The pedagogy of IT vendor blended e-learning
Ø Formative assessment – using vendor assessment tools
Ø Implications for workplace assessment
Teaching Resources
IT is a global industry. IT vendors such as Microsoft and Cisco have spent tens of millions of dollars on IT certification, certification resources and certification curricula. The resources that are available for use include:
Ø Books
Ø Lab Manuals
Ø Computer Based Training
Ø Assessment Banks
Ø Virtual Labs
Ø Web based delivery and assessment
The advantages of using IT vendor curricula include:
Vendor training is recognised internationally as an industry benchmark for product specific training.
The training component is produced at the same time that ICT products are developed and the resultant courses offer short product specific just-in-time training.
Note: There are issues
and concerns with the use of IT vendor curricula that RTOs
should address before implementation. These issues include the cost of hardware
and software, instructor training, timetabling and ethical issues about being
an advocate for a particular vendor product.
Mapping
Vendor mapping creates a matrix which maps the learning outcomes of IT vendor certification against the learning outcomes of a training package module.
Module Mapping
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ICAU2005A: Operate
computer hardware |
Vendor
Certification A + Core Hardware |
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1. Identify computer hardware components |
1. 1.1 Identify the names, purpose, and characteristics, of system modules. Recognize these modules by sight or definition. 5. 1.5 Identify the names, purposes, and performance characteristics, of standardized/common peripheral ports, associated cabling, and their connectors. Recognize ports, cabling, and connectors, by sight. |
Certification Mapping
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ICA05 qualification |
Cisco |
CompTIA |
Microsoft |
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Advanced Diploma Sec |
FNS |
Security+ |
Design Win Sec |
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Diploma NW |
CCNA |
Linux+ Server+ |
MCSA MCP |
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Certificate IV NW |
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Certificate III NW Admin |
NW+ |
NW+ |
NW+ |
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Certificate II |
ITE |
A+ |
A+ |
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Certificate I |
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MOS |
IBSA
Innovation and Business Skills Australia
(IBSA) now provide centralised mapping of IT vendor certification against the
ICT national training package ICA05. This mapping is available to all RTOs in
CompTIA
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA), is the leading association representing the international technology community. Its goal is to provide a unified voice, global advocacy and leadership, and to advance industry growth through standards, professional competence, education and business solutions.
If you're looking for a new career in the information and communications technology (ICT) industry, CompTIA's TechCareer Compass can provide you the tools to define your career goals, find out which certification(s) you need to get there, and help you establish yourself as an ICT professional.
The Cisco Networking Academy Program provides skills students need to work in IT fields. The program offers Web-based content, online assessment, hand-on labs, instructor training, and preparation for industry certifications.
http://www.cisco.com/web/learning/netacad/
Microsoft IT Academy Online Learning Program
The Microsoft IT Academy Online Learning Program is a powerful Web-based resource for both students and instructors that complements and extends classroom instruction. Students are able to extend classroom instruction with online courseware, reference materials, group collaboration and mentoring. Instructors will also benefit from using online training.
http://itacademy.microsoftelearning.com/
Web Link to Showcase Power Point Presentation
http://webconf.det.nsw.edu.au/itblendedelearn
Richard Gibbs
IT Project Officer
Western Sydney Institute of TAFE
9715 8403