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This is a one-year course/programme to prepare students for further study in software development including games and applications for mobile devices. It aims to develop a broad range of knowledge covering the use of general computer technology and software development techniques.
COURSE/PROGRAMME CONTENT
- Computer Architecture & Systems
- Communications
- Word Processing
- Design
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- Computer Programming
- Work Experience
- Mathematics for Computing
- Games Studies
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CAREER PROSPECTS
Students who qualify in this area can pursue further study and a career in:
- Software Development
- General IT
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CERTIFICATION
Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC): Level 5 - Certificate in Information Technology
Due to ongoing developments in FETAC, award names and content are subject to change.
HIGHER EDUCATION
FETAC graduates are eligible to apply to Institutes of Technology and Universities for follow-on courses.
GARDA VETTING
Garda Vetting is a requirement on courses / programmes where students / learners have access to children or vulnerable adults. Prior to attending work experience students / learners must be vetted by the Gardai. All students / learners being offered a place on a course/programme will be issued with Garda Vetting forms by post with the course offer.
Students / learners who have lived outside the jurisdiction of Ireland / Northern Ireland and for whom Garda Vetting is unavailable are required to provide vetting from the relevant police authorities.
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