NC Digital Media Computing

by eo01an — last modified 2010-12-14 13:40

COURSE INFORMATION:

Place of Study: Shetland College UHI, Lerwick

Mode of Study: Full time or Part time

Length of course: Full time: 1 year, Part time: 2 years

Start Date: September 2011

Entry Requirements: 4 standard grade passes at General level or above or relevant computing experience.

COURSE SUMMARY:

This course provides useful skills and knowledge which will increase employment opportunities and set the foundations for a successful entry to higher level Computing and Information Technology courses locally and at colleges and universities elsewhere. There is also a short work experience placement planned as part of this course. This course allows progression onto our Higher National Certificate Information Technology course.

COURSE CONTENT:

A range of introductory units including: Computer Graphics, Introduction to Games Design, Web Design, Computer Hardware, Operating Systems, Office IT Applications, Animation, Numeracy, Communications and Work Experience.

GOOD REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE:

Keep your academic and career opportunities open and learn of range of theory and practical skills in many IT disciplines
Achieve this award and gain access to a range of Higher National Certificate awards
Gain a 2 week work experience placement.

HOW WILL I STUDY?

With group discussions, practical exercises, open learning and lecturer-led tutorials.

The Support For Learning Team is available to provide appropriate support, tailored to individual student needs.

PROGRESSION:

Academic: HNC Information Technology courses.

Employment/Career: Business settings, Web/Graphics Design or an IT technical support role.

Former students have: Moved on to the HNC in Information Technology at Shetland College UHI.