Pathways to Digital Employment

Transcription

1 Pathways to Digital Employment Course Outlines Network design, installation and operation Computer networks are critical to the successful running of businesses of all sizes by enabling file, hardware and program sharing and also user communication over media such as and video conferencing. By undertaking this course you will cover a range of topics that will enable you, on successful completion of your exam, to successfully implement and maintain networks. The training will cover the following areas:- Network Technologies and Concepts Network Hardware and Software Installation Media and Topologies Network Management and Configuration Troubleshooting Network Security Virtual Networking Certification on completion:- CompTIA Network+ On successfully passing your CompTIA Network+ exam, you could consider starting your IT career in one of the following roles:- Network Technician, Network Administrator, Network Analyst, Field Service Technician, Network Installer, Help Desk Support Specialist, 1 st Line Support Engineer, IT Support Administrator

2 Technical Support In order to operate efficiently businesses are dependent on the smooth running of IT systems and applications across the organisation, underpinned by a team of technical support experts. By undertaking this course you will cover a range of topics that will enable you, on successful completion of your exam, to enter the vast field of IT support, computer hardware and mobile devices. The training will cover the following areas:- Building and Maintenance of PCs Mobile devices including Android and Apple ios Laptops Operating Systems Networking and Security Hardware and Software Troubleshooting Printers Operational Procedures, Professionalism and Safety in IT Certification on completion:- CompTIA A+ On successfully passing your CompTIA A+ exam, you could consider starting your IT career in one of the following roles:- Systems Administrator, Systems Engineer, Technical Support Specialist, Field Service Technician, Desktop Support Specialist, 1 st Line Support Engineer, IT Support Administrator, PC Technician

3 Software Testing As software systems become increasingly commonplace, so too do software failures. Software failures can result in loss of money, time and business reputation. By undertaking this course you will learn how to implement software testing techniques to mitigate the risk of software failures and ensure confidence in systems. The training will cover the following areas:- Fundamentals of testing Testing throughout the Software Lifecycle Static Techniques Testing Design Techniques Test Management Tool Support for Testing Certification on completion:- International Software Testing Qualification Board (ISTQB) Foundation Certificate On successfully passing your ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing exam, you could consider starting your IT career in one of the following roles:- Tester, Test analyst, Test engineer, Test consultant, Test manager, User acceptance tester

4 Software Development Java is the foundation for virtually every type of networked application and is the global standard for developing and delivering mobile applications, games, webbased content and enterprise software. By undertaking this course you will cover a range of topics that will enable you, on successful completion of your exam to start developing, deploying and using exciting applications and services in Java. The training will cover the following areas:- Creating Java technology applications with the latest JDK 7 Technology and the NetBeans Integrated Development Environment (IDE) Enhancing object-oriented thinking skills using design patterns and best practices Identifying good practices in the use of the language to create robust Java applications Manipulating files, directories and file systems. Writing database applications using standard SQL queries through JDBC Creating high-performance, multi-threaded applications Creating classes that subclass other classes, extend abstract classes and program with interfaces Properly using exceptions and the Collections framework. Developing applications that manipulate files, directories and file systems. Certification on completion:- Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 7 Programmer On successfully passing your Java SE 7 Programmer I exam, you could consider starting your IT career in one of the following roles:- Junior Developer, J2EE Developer, Java Developer, Java EE Developer

5 Database Development Oracle provides enterprise software products and is the leading platform for Database Management Systems used by multi-national companies in many diverse sectors. By undertaking this course you will gain a strong foundation and expertise in the industry s most advanced database management system. The training will cover the following areas:- Developing essential SQL skills that enable developers to write queries against single and multiple tables. Manipulating data in tables Creating database objects Using single row functions to customize output. Working with group functions to report aggregated data Using conversion functions and conditional expressions Manipulating queries to return required data Performing calculations on data Administering database objects Certification on completion:- Oracle Database 11g: SQL Fundamentals I On successfully passing your Oracle Database 11g: SQL Fundamentals I, you could consider starting your IT career in one of the following roles:- Database Analyst, Junior Database Developer, Database Administrator