Certificate in Web Technologies HETAC – Level 8

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Certificate in Science in Web Technologies - Level 8

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 participants 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 an understanding of how to create web applications that incorporate 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 craete a web application, use a web framework to create web applications and understand the latest Web 2.0 technologies.

Programme Content

Introduction to computing and web technologies

Client Side Web Technologies

Server Side Web Technologies

Location

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 noraml academic requirements may be considered based on relevant work and other experience. This may be assessed using a portfolio of learning, demonstartion of work produced and interview.

Career Opportunities

Web based employment roles. Junior Web Developer, Web Master and Content Editors. The programme also provides individuals with the skills to become self-employed in the area of web development.

Course Duration

part-time over 1 year. Tuesday & Thursday evenings 6.30pm - 10.00 pm.

Award

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.