2015/16 courses
COMPUTING Whether you ve got what it takes to code the next big app, or you re a future innovator of computer science, there s a computing course here at Edinburgh College to suit you. You can study everything from content creation to desktop support and networking. Master the skills in digital media editing, database administration, social media and e-commerce, web design, animation, 3D modelling, programming in C#, PHP, Actionscript, Javascript, Java and C++, scripting, batching, network architecture and forensics, all taught by industry veteran lecturers with extensive real life experience. Mathematics is at the heart of computing, so our courses will provide you with the skills in numeracy and mathematics you need to be confident in both your subject and its underlying technologies. We have selected the best of the industry-recognised qualifications, including Oracle Academy, Cisco Certified Network Associate and CompTIA A+ Training, and embed them in our courses to ensure your studies are as attractive as possible to employers when you graduate. Our Associate Student Degree Programme in partnership with Edinburgh Napier University provides the opportunity to start your degree at Edinburgh College with guaranteed entry guaranteed entry to Year 3 BEng (Hons) Computer Security & Forensics (incorporating HND Networking) or BSc (Hons) IT Management (incorporating HND Computer Science) on successful completion of HND Computer Science at Edinburgh College. FACILITIES PARTNERS AWARDS JONATHAN NISBET HND INTERACTIVE MEDIA We have dedicated hardware, networking and multimedia labs. Edinburgh college networking students are regular winners at the World Skills awards. Edinburgh College graduate Jonathan fought off stiff competition from several colleges to gain employment working as a software developer at the Scottish Parliament. 01 Edinburgh College 02
COMPUTING BRAD LOVEJOY // HND COMPUTING Brad Lovejoy studied HND at Edinburgh College after leaving school. He was then successful enough to be accepted into 3rd Year on the BEng Computer Systems and Networks course at Edinburgh Napier University. From there he secured a job working for Hutchinson Networks as a Junior Network Engineer. Since starting work, he has been involved in many jobs such as LAN upgrades, hardware refreshes, site surveys, wireless surveys, project management, configurations, remote support and much more. I have been given the chance to travel many countries in the space of just seven months through work including Spain, Italy, Sweden, Netherlands and France. I have had the opportunity to work with technologies and multiple vendors such as Cisco, juniper and F5 to name but a few. The hands on experience gained is exactly what you need to progress your career. At the age of twenty, I am now managing the new Network Operations Centre at Hutchinson Networks.LY BRAD LOVEJOY HND COMPUTING SOME OF OUR HND COMPUTER GAMES DEVELOPMENT STUDENTS WHO HAVE PROGRESSED ONTO SUCCESSFUL CAREERS EUAN CRAIK // ROCKSTAR NORTH FRANCO SPINA // GAMES DESIGNER // GAMESANALYTICS.COM LIAM MCDONALD // JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER // FAILBETTER GAMES CHRIS MCKAY // MASTERS STUDENT // ANIMATION AND VISUALISATION AT DUNCAN OF JORDANSTONE EMMANUEL KAHEMBWE // DOCTORATE STUDENT // ROBOTICS AT UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH 03 Edinburgh College 04
Digital Media Games & : Progression SCQF Level 4 Standard Grade General Intermediate 1 National 4 Level 5 Standard Grade Credit Intermediate 2 National 5 Level 6 Highers Level 7 Advanced Higher Level 8 Ready for 2nd/3rd year entry to university Level 9 Articulation (Aligned uni courses) HNC Computer Networking HND Computer Networking Napier: BEng Forensics and Security HNC Software Development HND : Software Development Napier: Robert Gordon: Digital Media NC Technical Support HNC Computer Science HNC HND Computer Science Napier: BSc IT Management NPA Games and Digital Media (4) (Aug-Jan) NPA Internet Technologies (Jan Start) NPA Web Fundamentals (Higher) HNC Interactive Media (Web development) HNC Interactive Media HND Interactive Media (Web development) HND Interactive Media Napier: BSc Web Design and Development Napier: Interactive Design or Creative Games Development (4) (5) (6) HNC Computer Games Development HND Computer Games Development Napier: UWS:
COURSES For more information about any of our courses please visit: edinburghcollege.ac.uk/courses G - Granton, Mi - Milton Road, Md - Midlothian, S - Sighthill FT - Full-time, PT - Part-time OL - Open Learning, EV - Evening BEng (Hons) Computer Security & Forensics (incorporating HND Networking) This Associate degree with Edinburgh Napier provides the platform for a successful career in the IT sector. You'll also look at computer forensics software development and networking. BSc (Hons) IT Management (incorporating HND Computer Science) This Associate degree with Edinburgh Napier uses the latest in computing technology to ensure that you are highly employable in the IT sector, including HND Computer Science and troubleshooting computer problems. HND Computer Networking G Mi S FT I This course provides the platform for a successful career in the IT sector using the latest technologies. You'll also look at computer forensics software development and networking. HND : Software Development S S FT FT S FT I Learn a range of computing and software development skills valued by the software industry. You`ll cover a diverse selection of areas from developing software to learning about digital culture. HND Computer Science S FT I Study a selection of essential skills from troubleshooting computer problems to managing a web server. This will allow you to progress to university to develop your computer systems skills further. HNC S FT I Develop a range of vocational skills relating to the use and support of IT systems allowing you to choose from two specialist streams of Software Development and Computer Science. with Digital Media (SCQF 6) G S FT This course is a practical computing and IT programme, and includes hands-on skills in preparing graphic images, web development, animation, games design, network fundamentals and computer hardware. NC Technical Support Mi FT I Investigate and learn about the core concepts of essential technical support areas, such as troubleshooting a desktop, hardware and software configuration and introductory networking. with Digital Media (SCQF 5) G Mi S FT If you're looking to enter studies in digital media at NC level this course is part of a practical computing and digital multimedia programme, designed to prepare you for future development. with Digital Media (SCQF 4) G S FT This first level entry course is a practical computing and IT Programme. It includes hands-on skills in preparing still images, audio and video for websites, animation and games design. Multimedia s HND Computer Games Development G FT I Learn about video games development from planning to project management. You ll cover a range of development techniques including animation, 3D Studio Max, programming and games design theory. HND Interactive Media (Web Development) Mi S FT I Develop the skills you need to work in web development on this course. It's a practical course with a strong focus on employability. HND Interactive Media G FT Study various technologies and techniques used in the interactive media industry. You`ll study the design planning and management of engaging interactive media projects. 07 Edinburgh College 08
COURSES For more information about any of our courses please visit: edinburghcollege.ac.uk/courses G - Granton, Mi - Milton Road, Md - Midlothian, S - Sighthill FT - Full-time, PT - Part-time OL - Open Learning, EV - Evening Multimedia s NPA Web Design Fundamentals and Digital Media Mi S FT Develop your skills in digital media, web and computing. The course develops your understanding of the fundamentals of websites, animation, digital media and computer technology. NPA Computer Games Development Mi FT Get an introduction to digital media studies in a game development context. It consists of a computer games development NPA award complemented by digital media content creation subjects. Commercial s CompTIA A+ G S OL EV This industry recognised course is ideal if you d like to diagnose problems, and repair, configure and install computer hardware and operating systems. You ll also learn skills allowing you to troubleshoot and upgrade PCs Cisco Academy Network Program S EV Learn the basics of networking and build simple routed LANs. You ll also be introduced to advanced routing, networking and switching concepts. At the end of the course, you ll be a CCNA certified professional. Oracle Database: Introduction to SQL Mi OL Take the first step towards a professional accreditation with Oracle - one of the world`s largest software companies, specialising in services for large organisations such as database management tools and SQL. Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Mi OL An introductory Microsoft certification for individuals considering a career in technology. CODESPACE Scotland has 11,000 digital job vacancies and this is one of the government s key economic growth areas, so giving this next generation of leading tech entrepreneurs a head start while they are at college is really important. CodeSpace is a new initiative which aims to develop entrepreneurs using the latest IT technologies and industry support. 09 Edinburgh College 10
For more information please visit: edinburghcollege.ac.uk/courses or call 0131 660 1010 Edinburgh College is a registered charity in Scotland. Charity number SCO21213 For up-to-date information on our course selection or to speak to an advisor please call 0131 660 1010. Our course portfolio may be subject to alteration. MA15/01