NCI Certificate in Science in Web Technologies

Education Partner

Programme Description

This is a new programme that will appeal to non-technical professionals and all those with an interest in applying web technologies to their organisation. The programme will give them the opportunity to develop expertise in an important growth area of IT that relates to web technologies. The programme is practical in nature and aims to provide individuals with and understanding of how to create a web application that incorporates client and server side technologies using the latest web frameworks.

Who is the programme for?

This programme is for non-technical professionals in the workplace and college graduates from non-technical disciplines at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications.

As a graduate of this course, you will be able to:

· Create a web application

· Use a web framework to create web applications

· Understand the latest Web 2.0 technologies

Award and Progression

The Certificate in Science in Web Technologies is awarded by HETAC at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications. Students who successfully complete the programme may progress to a major award at Level 8 such as the Higher Diploma in Science in Web Technologies.

Entry Requirements

Applicants holding a Bachelor (Honours) Degree (level 8) in any discipline will be considered for the programme. The College operates a Recognition of Prior Experimental Learning (RPEL) scheme meaning applicants who do not meet the normal academic requirements may be considered based on relevant work and other experience. This may be assessed using a portfolio of learning, demonstration of work produced and interview.

Programme Content

· Introduction to Computing and Web Technologies

· Client Side Web Technologies

· Server side Web Technologies

Duration and Schedule: (Part-time) 1 Year

Location: Laois Third Level Centre, Bracklone Street, Portarlington.

Timetable: Tuesday and Thursday Evening 6.30pm -10pm

Start Date: September 2010

Application: Apply online at www.ncirl.ie or contact: director@director@portarlingtonaec.ie

Fees: €2,590 – The cost of fees can be spread with our direct debit plan.