Description:
A pre-course interview with a skills test is required for this course, please contact 0161 253 5772 to arrange.
Bury's expanding digital and creative industries have highlighted the importance of digital skills for residents seeking employment in these fields.
This introductory course is designed to enhance your digital capabilities, focusing on the fundamentals of computer programming and its practical applications, all while working towards a recognised qualification.
During this course, you will gain an understanding of basic programming theories, develop logical thinking, and enhance problem-solving skills. You will apply this knowledge to acquire graphic-based programming skills, enabling you to design and create a simple program.
What You Will Learn:
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Describe the role of logic in programming.
Identify various programming languages.
Distinguish between graphic-based and text-based programming languages.
Outline the requirements for programming.
Produce design documentation for a program.
Develop a program using a graphic-based programming language.
Test the functionality of a program and make necessary refinements.
Create documentation for the program.
Review the program's effectiveness in meeting the client brief and suggest further improvements.
As part of this course you will also need to attend the Developing Coding Skills course.
Syllabus
The syllabus for this course follows the Gateway Qualifications Level 1 framework, ensuring a structured and comprehensive learning experience.
Course information sheet