Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
This Level 5 Computer Programming course gives students an excellent grounding in computer programming in C++ and Java. Students develop practical skills and can progress to our QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Software Development . This Level 6 course has an advanced entry links with Dublin Institute of Technology and Institute of Technology Blanchardstown. The Certificate in Computer Programming course also enables students to apply through the CAO to third level. This course has a high success rate in terms of students getting places on courses in DIT, ITT, NCI,, ITB and Maynooth University.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Fundamentals of Object Oriented Programming 5N0541
Software Architecture 5N2772
Maths for Information Technology 5N18396
Communications 5N0690
Work Experience 5N1356
Data Base Methods 5N0783
Web Authoring 5N1910
Programming and Design Principles 5N2927
Games Analysis Design 5N1651
Networking Essentials 5N2929
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)
This course results in a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.
To view CAO courses to which this award provides a direct progression route, click below:
QQI Code
To calculate Points based on your QQI award results, use the PLC Points Calculator.
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Further Research
National Statistics for this Award (All Ireland)
The following data provides general information about this Award from colleges across Ireland.
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Career Progression
The ICT sector is booming at the moment. As a result there is a shortage of Computer Science graduates in Ireland. This course serves as an excellent springboard to a qualification and a career in the IT sector.