St Johns College Software Development

Course Aim

This course provides an introduction to Software Development and provides an internationally recognised qualification. The course is innovative in its content, offering a combination of programming, theoretical and practical application skills. The aim of the course is to develop the participant’s working knowledge of designing, developing and maintaining software. The course has a strong practical flavour and allows participants gain a range of hands-on skills. The skills learned are transferable to other areas within the ICT industry.

Course Content
Fundamentals of OO Programming
Software Architecture
Database Methods
Programming and Design Principles
Mobile Technologies
Web Authoring
Maths for IT
Communications
Work Experience

Requirements

• Leaving Certificate (LC Established, LCVP or LCA) or equivalent.
• For mature applicants appropriate experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.