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126 WEB & GAMES DEVELOPMENTWOOD TRADESfull time prospectus 2013/14full time prospectus 2013/14127development as this is a particular area of growthwithin the industry. In addition to providing thetechnical abilities required to progress to HigherEducation or employment, the course will equip youwith the transferable skills needed for a successfulcareer.Subjects studied will include:Subsidiary Diploma• Client Side Customisation of Web Pages• Communication and Employability Skills for IT• Computer Systems• Developing Computer Games• Digital Graphics• Website ProductionExtended Diploma• Computer Animation• Event Driven Programming• Information Systems• Mathematics for IT TechniciansPlus other specialist units which may include 3DModelling, Communications Technologies, ComputerGame Design, E-Commerce, Human ComputerInteraction, Interactive Media Authoring, MultimediaDesign, Object Oriented Programming, Web ServerScripting.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONHere at The College we have a reputation for excellentskills training. Our lecturers are professionals in theirchosen fields, with sound experience, knowledge andexpertise.NEXT STEPYou will study the Subsidiary Diploma for the first 2terms of the course. Students that meet their targetsand work to an acceptable level will be able toprogress onto the Extended Diploma.The Extended Diploma will run for the final term ofyear 1 and the full academic year 2. This consists ofan additional 12 units and on completion, will resultin a triple grade which is equivalent to 3 A levels. It ispossible to achieve D*D*D* equivalent to 3 A levelsgrade A*.On successful completion you could progress ontofull-time higher education for a degree / foundationdegree / HND or seek employment in the computerindustry with opportunities for further part-time study.Typical HE progression routes include: FoundationDegree 3D Computer Generated Imagery, BSc (Hons)3D Computer Generated Imagery, Foundation Degreein Computer Games Design, BSc (Hons) Web Systems.LEVEL 1 DIPLOMA CARPENTRY ANDJOINERYBASED AT: THE FULCRUM, POOLECOURSE LEVEL: LEVEL 1ENTRY REQUIREMENTSYou will need 2 GCSE passes or successful completionof a Foundation Learning programme at Entry Level3. You should have a keen interest in the buildingindustry and be medically able to take up employmentin this vocational area.THE COURSEThis course is designed for school leavers and maturestudents wishing to retrain to enable them to pursuea career in the Woodtrades industry.Subjects studied include:• Components for assembly• Components to form products• Efficiency of the workplace• Finishing components• Health and Safety• Load and unload materials and components• Selection and use of access equipment• Work relationshipsYou will also study Functional Skills.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONHere at The College we have a reputation for offeringexcellent skills training. Our lecturers are professionalsin their chosen fields, with sound experience,knowledge and expertiseNEXT STEPOn successful completion of this qualificationyou can progress on to the Level 2 Carpentry andjoinery course or help you secure employment orapprenticeship training. It is not possible to becomefully qualified unless you gain employment in theindustry and produce evidence of working on site.LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN CARPENTRY ANDJOINERYBASED AT: THE FULCRUM, POOLECOURSE LEVEL: LEVEL 2ENTRY REQUIREMENTSYou should have attained a Level 1 qualification inWoodtrades or have relevant experience.THE COURSEThis course is designed for anyone who has achieveda Level 1 or equivalent qualification and wishes topursue a career in Carpentry and Joinery.The course will cover the following:• Setting out operations• Measurements & preparation• Cutting joints• Assembling and installing a range of products• Finishing• Power tool training and assessmentwww.thecollege.co.ukThe College helpline 01202 205 205