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»   ECDL Basic
»  Certificate/Diploma and  Advanced Diploma in Professional Computing & Information Processing
»   ECDL Expert
»   WEB Design
 
Course Name :
IT001  ECDL Basic

The ECDL syllabus describes the knowledge and the skills required to achieve the ECDL standard. It covers basic computer skills and the use of common applications in the workplace, the home and in society in general. It is divided into seven modules, 6 practical and 1 theoretical. A test in each module must be passed before the ECDL is awarded.

The tests in these modules do not have to be taken in any specific order. When a candidate registers on an ECDL programme, they receive a Skills Card on which their progress through the seven tests is recorded. When all seven modules are completed, the European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) is awarded.

The 7 ECDL modules are as follows :


Module 1
Basic Concepts of Information Technology
Module 2
Using a Computer and Managing Files
Module 3
Word Processing
Module 4
Spreadsheets
Module 5
Databases
Module 6
Presentation
Module 7
Information and Communication
Accreditation :
ICS

 

Duration:                14 Weeks

 

 

Course Name:

IT002  Certificate/Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Professional Computing & Information Processing
Accreditation: ICM (Institute of Commercial Management)
 

This ICM Professional Computing & Information Processing programme is designed for those who either wish to make a career in the field of computing or who need a sound all round knowledge of the subject area.

Year 1 (Certificate)
  1. Information Processing 
  2. Computer Programming 
  3. Computer Applications 
  4. Numeracy & Accounting 
 
Year 2 (Diploma)
  1. Computer Arithmetic & Logic 
  2. Systems analysis & Design 
  3. Computer Programming 
  4. Programming Project 
 
Year 3 (Advanced Diploma)
  1. Management & Computer Systems 
  2. Hardware & Computer Architecture 
  3. Systems & Database Theory 
  4. Feasibility Study Project 
 
Programme Objectives:
Part 1 provides an introduction to the subject, and is structured for those with no previous knowledge or experience of computing. Successful candidates will have attained a standard of computer literacy and numeracy which will enable them to either proceed to more advanced studies or take up careers as data entry clerks, trainee operators or junior trainee programmers.
Part 2 is structured for those with sound data entry and applications experience, providing they also have numeracy and accounting skills. Successful candidates will have a firm basis for seeking positions as computer operators or trainee programmers. Candidates who do not wish to make computing a career will have attained a high level of computer literacy and awareness which will enhance their job prospects in other areas.
Part 3 take the student to an HND level and provide an opportunity for entry onto computing degree or post graduate programmes. Successful candidates should expect to be able to enter a professional computing environment with an academic and vocational background of sufficient strength to enable them to quickly move up the career ladder from programmer to analyst to manager. Alternatively the qualification can be offered as an entry qualification for post-graduate studies.
 
Duration:                     3 Academic Years
 
 
 
Course Name :
IT003  ECDL Expert

Accredited by ICS this is an advanced form of the basic ECDL. The course may be taken on a modular basis. For each module taken and passes a separate certificate is issued, On completion of all four modules the student can apply for an overall certificate entitled European Computer Driving Licence Expert

The ECDL Expert modules are as follows :


Module 1
Word
Module 2
Excel
Module 3
Access
Module 4
PowerPoint

ECDL Basic required before Expert can be attempted.

This course is currently not running.  

 

 

Course Name :
IT004  WEB Design

Accredited by ICS this provides an extensive skill in developing and maintaining a dynamic and informative WebPages.

Useful for those with small businesses who wish to market their goods/services by use of home/company web page i.e. bed and breakfast

Course Content
  • HTML Programming
  • Web Browser Software
  • Analysis and Planning and Design of Web pages
  • Use of Tools to create and test web pages
  • Linking created web pages to each other
  • Use of Graphics
  • Publishing and promoting web site
  • Security Implications
Accreditation :
ICS

 

Duration:                        7 Weeks