Computing: Software Development HND (SCQF level 8)
Course
In Glasgow
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Glasgow (Scotland)
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You'll study towards an up-to-date qualification covering many of the skills that are in demand for a range of different careers in the software development / programming sector of the Computer Industry. These include developing skills in C#, VB.NET, Java, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming, SQL Programming and Project Management.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.”
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Subjects
- Computing
- Programming
- Systems
- Technology
- Object-oriented training
- VB
- SQL
- Java
- Object oriented training
- Project Management
- Project
- IT Project Management
Course programme
- Two appropriate Highers and three Intermediate 2 courses (including at least one from Computing or Information Systems); OR
- Two Highers and three Standard Grades at Credit Level; OR
- Two Highers and three National 5 qualifications; OR
- A National Qualification at SCQF Level 6 in a related subject (such as Digital Media Computing, Computing: Technical Support or Software Development).
It also stated: “Through to 2020 Software Professionals show the highest forecast employment growth of all IT & Telecoms occupations."
This course will help prepare you for either employment or progression to university in computing, a skill set that is currently in high demand.
- Introduction to Developing Software.
- Introduction to Systems Development.
- Computer Systems Fundamentals.
- Introduction to Project Management.
- Information Technology: Information Systems and Services.
- Troubleshooting Computer Problems.
- Developing Small Stand Alone Applications.
- Professionalism and Ethics in Computing.
- Introduction to Databases.
- Team Working in Computing.
- Human Computer Interaction.
- Programming Foundations.
- Mobile Technology.
Computing: Software Development HND (SCQF level 8)