Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology

Program Overview

The rationale for the qualification is that it provides a career path for learners who wish to develop a broad base of knowledge and skills that will enable them to work in a variety of roles n the IT industry, notably in .NET programming, system administration and network security. Learners will also learn about entrepreneurship in a techno environment. The qualification is flexible in that it offers elective choices of networking, web design or e-commerce – the latter being much in demand in modern business.

📚 Course Units

Core Units

• Technopreneurship
• Network Security
• C#.NET Programming
• System Administration

Elective Units

• Network Routing and Switching
• Network Design and Administration
• Content Management Systems
• Web Design
• Business to Business (B2B) E-commerce
• Business to Consumer (B2C) E-commerce

📋 Entry Requirements

• Demonstrated some ability and possess qualifications at Level 4 for example any Qualifi Level 4 or similar vocational awards;
• Spent some time in an organisational role and shown they have capability and drive to develop;
• Seeking further professional development and to gain work related skills and know-how.

🎯 Learning Outcomes

• To understand and apply the principles of IT in a range of business environments
• To understand and apply the principles in a specific environment
• To improve the employability of learners by allowing them to explore the relationship between management theories and their practical application in the IT world
• Analyse problem solving techniques specific to business and industry
• Select, collate, review and analyse information form a wide range of sources
• Effectively use verbal and communication skills
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Manage one’s own personal development and growth