NQ Computing Software Development

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NQ Computing Software Development

City of Glasgow College
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About This Course:

The course offers an ideal preparation for work, or for entry to a higher-level software development course. Using a balance of theory and practice, you’ll learn the concepts of software design and how to interpret programme specifications. You will develop skills in the following programming languages – C#, VB.NET, Java and SQL.

The 2012 Technology Insights Report from e-skills UK stated “The technical skills most often called for by employers were: SQL, .NET (VB and C#) and Java”, it also stated “Through to 2020 Software Professionals show the highest forecast employment growth of all IT & Telecoms occupations”. This is evidence that this course will help prepar…

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Overview

About This Course:

The course offers an ideal preparation for work, or for entry to a higher-level software development course. Using a balance of theory and practice, you’ll learn the concepts of software design and how to interpret programme specifications. You will develop skills in the following programming languages – C#, VB.NET, Java and SQL.

The 2012 Technology Insights Report from e-skills UK stated “The technical skills most often called for by employers were: SQL, .NET (VB and C#) and Java”, it also stated “Through to 2020 Software Professionals show the highest forecast employment growth of all IT & Telecoms occupations”. This is evidence that this course will help prepare you for either employment or progression to university in what is continuing to be a growth area of Computing.

What You Need:
  • Three National Courses including Intermediate 2 English and Maths/ Numeracy with an A or B pass, Or
  • Three Standard Grades at Credit level, including English and Mathematics/Numeracy, Or
  • Other equivalent qualifications or experience.
  • For those returning to education, life skills and experience in the workplace may allow entry subject to availability.

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What You Study:

The subject areas you will study include Developing Software using Visual Basic and C# , Designing Animations/Games using Java, Designing and Creating Relational Databases (SQL), Test Software Components, Core Skills (Numeracy & Communication), IT Productivity Packages (Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Presentations), Troubleshooting PC Systems, Developing Websites.

After The Course:

Career – an opportunity may arise for a junior/trainee position or Modern Apprenticeship in IT within a company.

Continuing Study - guaranteed progress to the HNC Computing or the HND Computing: Software Development course at the college.

How Long:

One year, starting in August.

Location:

City Campus Allan Glen’s

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