Computers have revolutionised the way we work and spend our leisure time. I.T. solutions are now at the heart of every major organisation, and most small businesses too! From supermarkets to hospitals and the armed forces, computers are everywhere, and there will always be a demand for skilled people to program and maintain them.
As businesses seek new ways to exploit technology, the computer industry is an exciting and rewarding one in which to work. All the programmes at Boston College are very practical; you will be involved in project work producing realistic programs and computer applications. Assessment includes practical group work where business skills are developed alongside technical skills. There is a high demand for people qualified in IT/Computing and the College especially welcomes female applicants in an area where they are still under-represented.
Shaun Bridges
After finishing school, Shaun had sketched out a plan to do the Diploma in Computing and then onto the BSC in Computer Programming. “I have managed to stick at my plans and do more through the College, as I have also completed the 7307 teaching course and now move on to study the Cisco”.
IT @ Work
BTEC Introductory Diploma Level 1 With theory and practical work, this course aims to prepare you for further IT training or employment and covers topics such as Digital Devices, PC Systems and Personal Effectiveness. ATTENDANCE: 1 year. ENTRY: Successful interview. Good School reference and evidence of commitment in year 11. At least 3 Fs at GCSE.
Information Technology Practitioners BTEC First Diploma for ICT Practitioners
Level 2 This course includes software use, programming and aspects of web development. ATTENDANCE: 1 year. ENTRY: 5 GCSEs at D to include Maths or English or BTEC Introductory Diploma with a Distinction profile, plus it is essential to have a good teacher/ tutor reference supporting your application.
Shaun enjoys many aspects of the course, particularly gaining hands on router experience, being able to see and compare different networks and find out why they are not working. “The work load is heavy, you have to be really dedicated to do well. You have to learn everything from the base up and really be willing to put in the time”.
“Working this course around my full time job as an IT manager has allowed me to gain more technical knowledge of problems I deal with at the moment and will help me to progress in the future”.
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COMPUTING
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