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Computing (Level 5)

Ayrshire College

Venues

Ayr Campus, Kilmarnock Campus, Kilwinning Campus

Content

This course will give you a broad range of skills in computer hardware, software, applications and editing. It also includes a National Progression Award in Digital Media Editing.

Content includes:

computer hardware setup, maintenance, and upgrades; software installation and components; applications development, from planning to prototype creation; editing skills in still images, audio, and video; IT skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and web design; basic cyber security awareness and resilience enhancement; and, essential transferable skills for effective communication, numeracy, ICT, teamwork, and problem-solving.

Entry Requirements

4 subjects at National 4 including Maths or Computing Science, or An Introduction to Computing, or other relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 4. Entry subject to interview.

Progression Routes

Progression on to NC Computing (Level 6) or employment.

Start Date

August

Qualification

NC

Study Method

Full time

Course Length

18 weeks

Department

Computing

SCQF Level

5

Career Area

Offshore Energy

Career Sectors

Business, Management, Admin and Support

Digital and Technology

Engineers and Engineering Operatives or Technicians

Environment, Health and Safety

Offshore Based

Subsurface Scientists

Transport and Logistics

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