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Computing

Fife College

Venues

Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale) Campus

Content

This course is a stepping stone towards a career in a specialist computer science subject. During this course you will learn a diverse range of essential computing industry skills from troubleshooting computer problems to software development.

Topics Include:
Professionalism and Ethics in Computing; Troubleshooting Computer Problems; Developing Software: Introduction; Computer System Fundamentals; Team Working in Computing; Computing: Graded Unit 1 (Exam); PC Hardware and Operating Systems; Networking Technology; Artificial Intelligence; Ethical Hacking.

Entry Requirements

Higher Maths, Computing Science or a science subject. Interview.

Progression Routes

Relevant HND or year 1 or 2 entry to a degree programme.

Start Date

August

Qualification

HNC

Study Method

Full time

Course Length

1 year

Department

Digital, Computing and Cyber

SCQF Level

7

Website

www.fife.ac.uk

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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