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Certificate in Computer Programming
Course No 221

FETAC Level 5 Award CITXX

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Course Aims
This course is designed to ensure that students develop a high level of efficiency in the skills necessary for the modern business environment. The core area of the Programming Course is Computer Programming and Computer Architecture and Systems.

Duration
One year full-time.

Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate standard of education.
Mature Applicants welcome.
All applicants whose first language is not English will be tested at entry.
All applicants will be interviewed.

Modules
Programming Course:
Computer Programming
Computer Architecture &
Systems
Web Authoring
Spreadsheet Methods
Database Methods

Business Administration
Communications
The Internet
Work Experience
European Language (Optional)

Work Experience
Work experience is an essential part of all our programmes. The College assists students in finding suitable work placements and monitors and assesses their performance in the work place.

Career Opportunities
Students who successfully complete this course are equipped to take up employment in the IT industry. They will have basic programming and IT skills which will enable them to make a valuable contribution in the workplace.

Further/Higher Education Links
Students may progress to a FETAC Advanced Certificate - Business in Rathmines College. Students may also progress to a Higher National Diploma in Business in Rathmines College. In addition students may use the FETAC Links Scheme to progress to Higher Education

Award
FETAC Level 5 Award: Information Technology CITXX
College Certificate.
 
 

Rathmines College provided me with a perfect stepping stone to boost both my points and my confidence in order to start a degree course. I am certain without the helpful staff and useful course Rathmines College provided I would not be where I am today!

Brian Lawford
CCP student in 2004/2005 and
is now in DIT on a Computer Science degree course.

  Aoife McNally  
 
     

 

Rathmines College provided me with a supportive and enriching educational environment. I acquired the necessary academic foundation and confidence to persue a Degree course in Information Technology. The Certificate in Computer Programming provides a very sound basis for my current course of study.

Tamilla Mamedova
CCP student in 2006/2007 EITP student in 2005/2006 and is now in IT Tallaght on a Computer Science degree course

  Aoife McNally  
 
     
 
    COURSE SUMMARY  
   
Course Aim
To develop a high level of efficiency in business skills.

Duration
One year full time

Award
FETAC Level 5 Award CITXX

Education Progression
FETAC Level 5 Award holders may progress to FETAC Advanced Certificate Level 6 - Business within Rathmines College (to see Progession check support section of web-site or contact the college). Successful candidates may also progress to Higher National Diplomas within Rathmines College or to a wide variety of Higher Education Colleges.

Career Opportunities
Employment and progression within the world of business.

Course Charges
Contact the college

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