Course description
This course is certified by QQI.
Assessment is based on a combination of project work submitted during the year and exams.
Learners who successfully complete all 8 subjects will be awarded a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Software Development (5M0529).
Course Subjects
- Object Oriented Programming (Java)
- Software Architecture
- Maths
- Spreadsheet Methods
- Database Methods
- Web Authoring
- Communications
- Work Experience
Learners will gain the knowledge and skill to:
- Understand programming concepts
- Apply software design principles
- Write computer programs using Java
- Create and maintain databases
- Plan, design and build websites
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