College of Computer Training (CCT) Prospectus www.cct.ie
College of Computer Training (CCT) Prospectus www.cct.ie
College of Computer Training (CCT) Prospectus www.cct.ie
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Diploma for S<strong>of</strong>tware<br />
Developers – <strong>CCT</strong>107<br />
Course Aud<strong>ie</strong>nce<br />
This full-time programme is ideal for any learner with<br />
an interest and motivation to embark on a Computing<br />
career, specifically within the area <strong>of</strong> S<strong>of</strong>tware<br />
Development. It provides a strong introductory<br />
foundation to S<strong>of</strong>tware Development and <strong>Computer</strong><br />
Games design. No pre-requisite knowledge <strong>of</strong> S<strong>of</strong>tware<br />
Development is required to commence this course.<br />
Course Overv<strong>ie</strong>w<br />
The overall aim <strong>of</strong> this programme leading to the<br />
award <strong>of</strong> Diploma for S<strong>of</strong>tware Developers, is to<br />
provide its learners with the necessary theoretical<br />
and practical skills, knowledge and competence, to<br />
gain a comprehensive introductory foundation and<br />
understanding <strong>of</strong> the area <strong>of</strong> S<strong>of</strong>tware Development.<br />
It is envisioned that graduates will be able to fulfil a<br />
wide range <strong>of</strong> entry-level roles within this area, and/<br />
or engage in further study in a wide range <strong>of</strong> areas<br />
within Programming and S<strong>of</strong>tware Development at<br />
undergraduate level and specifically progressing<br />
onto the City & Guilds Advanced Diploma <strong>of</strong> S<strong>of</strong>tware<br />
Developers.<br />
Course Content<br />
This programme is delivered over 2 academic semesters,<br />
1 academic year:<br />
Semester 1<br />
Designing and Creating Databases<br />
Create Designs and Test S<strong>of</strong>tware Components<br />
Designing and Creating Multi-page Web Sites<br />
Semester 2<br />
Create S<strong>of</strong>tware Components using C++<br />
Create S<strong>of</strong>tware Components using Java<br />
Assessment<br />
<strong>CCT</strong> will utilise a var<strong>ie</strong>ty <strong>of</strong> assessment methods to help<br />
ensure that the learning outcomes <strong>of</strong> each subject will be<br />
ach<strong>ie</strong>ved, for example: Written Examination compiled <strong>of</strong><br />
long or short term essays, Objective Tests, Presentations,<br />
Group Projects, Practical Assignments, Oral Examinations<br />
and so on. Assessment will be continuous throughout each<br />
module, with final examinations administered in most <strong>of</strong> the<br />
modules.<br />
Accreditation<br />
This programme is awarded by the globally recognised<br />
awarding body, City & Guilds. This programme is also<br />
included on the Irish Dept <strong>of</strong> Education & Sc<strong>ie</strong>nce,<br />
Internationalisation Register.<br />
Duration / Commencement dates<br />
One academic year. <strong>CCT</strong> usually commences full-time<br />
programmes over 3 intakes per year: February, May and<br />
September. Please contact <strong>CCT</strong> directly for the next<br />
Commencement date<br />
Course Fees<br />
Please contact the college directly to ascertain the course<br />
fees. Medical insurance for Non-EU nationals is compulsory<br />
and as part <strong>of</strong> the Irish Student Visa requirements and can<br />
be arranged by <strong>CCT</strong> for an additional fee <strong>of</strong> EUR160 for 12<br />
months.
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