Diploma in IT in Software Development
If you’re patient, persistent and logical, you’ll love learning how to order computers around – by becoming a computer programmer! Writing a computer programme (called programming or coding) means giving a computer a set of ordered operations to perform or create a desired outcome. To do this, you will learn different programming languages and get a good understanding of a computer’s logic, architecture and design. You could design databases or web-based applications for a software development firm, work in the programming department of a major corporate or set up your own business with a team of programmers. With the Diploma in Software Development, the sky’s the limit!
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- NSC/NC(V) with B or BD – The candidate has been awarded the NSC/NCV and has met the minimum requirements for admission to a Bachelors Degree or
- NSC/NC(V) with D - The candidate has been awarded the NSC/NCV and has met the minimum requirements for admission to a Diploma or
- Senior Certificate (SC) or
- Candidates having attained the age of 23 before or during the first year of registration with three years` work experience and proven ability relating to the proposed programme as well as adequate communicative skills. or
- Candidates having attained the age of 45 before or during the first year of registration.
CURRICULUM
Year 1
- End-User Computing A & B
- Programming Logic & Design (Introduction)
- Analytical Techniques
- Business Communication C
- Programming 1A
- Web Development (Introduction)
- Programming 1B
- Business Information Systems
- Business Practice and Entrepreneurship
Year 2
- Systems Analysis & Design
- Database Introduction & Intermediate
- Programming 2A
- Programming Logic & Design (Intermediate)
- IT Project Management
- Programming 2B
- Human Computer Interaction
- Work Integrated Learning
Year 3
- Information Security
- Open Source Coding Introduction and Intermediate
- Web Development Intermediate
- Advanced Databases
- Applied Programming
- Software Quality and Testing
- Work Integrated Learning
CAREER FIELDS
Computer Programmer, Analyst Programmer, Junior Software Development, Software Developer, Junior Programmer, Project Management, Web Developer.
QUALIFICATION
Diploma in IT in Software Development. Qualification to be conferred by The Independent Institute of Education (IIE).
COURSE DURATION
3 Years
CAREER ADVISORY SERVICE
To discuss entrance criteria, curriculum and fees for this programme, call 0861 2LEARN (0861 25 32 76) or visit our website, http://www.collegecampus.co.za and make an appointment with a College Campus Student Advisor.
