MTA Software Development Fundamentals

Overview

The Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) certification is your first step on the Microsoft career path. Get MTA certified, and you'll soon have the knowledge and confidence to begin building your technology career.

In this accelerated 4 day course, you'll learn fundamental software developer and database administration skills. After completing this course, you'll have an understanding of:

Core Programming
Object-Oriented Programming
General Software Development
Web Applications
Desktop Applications
Databases

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Four reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

You'll be trained and certified faster. Learn more on this 4-day accelerated course. You'll get at least 12 hours a day of quality learning time in a distraction-free environment
Your course is all-inclusive. One simple price covers all course materials, exams, accommodation and meals – so you can focus on learning
Pass first time or train again for free. Your expert instructor will deliver our unique accelerated learning methods, allowing you to learn faster and be in the best possible position to pass first time. In the unlikely event that you don't, it's covered by your Certification Guarantee
Study with an award-winning training provider. We've won the Learning and Performance Institute's "Training Company of the Year" three times. Firebrand is your fastest way to learn, with 134561 students saving more than one million hours since 2001

Benefits

Microsoft certifications allow you to develop towards becoming an IT Pro or Developer. This will help you stand-out, and prove that you have the skills to deploy, maintain, and optimise Microsoft technologies.

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

* For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to Programming

Module 2: Object Oriented Programming

Module 3: Application Lifecycle

Module 4: Web Applications

Module 5: Desktop Applications

Module 6: Database

Exam Track

You'll sit the following exam, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

Exam 98-361: Software Development Fundamentals

What's Included

On this all-inclusive accelerated course, you'll recieve:

Software Development Fundamentals - ISBN 978-0470889114
Firebrand courseware based on 'MOC 40361A: Software Development Fundamentals'

Your accelerated course includes:

Accommodation *
Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
On-site exams **
Exam vouchers **
Practice tests **
Certification Guarantee ***
Courseware
Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
24-hour lab access
Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

Before you attend this course, you should have:

A recent experienced STEM background (science, technology, engineering, mathematics).
Some experience of programming.
Watched Microsoft's Virtual Academy course on Software Development Fundamentals, which provides an overview of this course.

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

Reviews

Here's the Firebrand Training review section. Since 2001 we've trained exactly 134561 students and asked them all to review our Accelerated Learning. Currently, 94.66% have said Firebrand exceeded their expectations.

Read reviews from recent accelerated courses below or visit Firebrand Stories for written and video interviews from our alumni.

"I have enjoyed and learnt a lot."
Riley Logan, Essex County Council. (13.7.2021 (Tuesday) to 16.7.2021 (Friday))

"Our lecturer had a very good insight into C# and and other areas like SQL and went into a lot of detail which is helpful when trying to learn, he did a good job in clarifying understanding and helping others when questions were asked. Course was well structured and not too much theory or information with a good balance of practice to embed information "
R.D., Saputo Dairy UK. (22.2.2021 (Monday) to 25.2.2021 (Thursday))

"My experience with Firebrand has been very positive, with all the information that is given to us attendees of the course being very useful in the long term. Its also very nice to have a teacher that you can speak to during breaks about non-related work stuff so your brain can take a break from IT as well, which is something I did not experience when at school and sixth form."
Josh Durant, Custard Technical Services. (22.2.2021 (Monday) to 25.2.2021 (Thursday))

"Great course, I have learnt a lot. I would recommend it to everyone."
Anonymous (26.5.2020 (Tuesday) to 29.5.2020 (Friday))

"Knowledgeable, well spoken and relatable instructor. The instructor explained difficult concepts clearly and provided good examples to help us understand the material. He also discussed real-world examples to help solidify how the concepts are applied in the field. There were a few technical issues with the remote learning and remote labs, but overall a great experience, especially so when considering the current situation with COVID-19."
JE, Mitchells & Butlers. (4.5.2020 (Monday) to 7.5.2020 (Thursday))

Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Location
26.8.2024 (Monday)	29.8.2024 (Thursday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-

10.2.2025 (Monday)	13.2.2025 (Thursday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
24.3.2025 (Monday)	27.3.2025 (Thursday)	Open	Nationwide
5.5.2025 (Monday)	8.5.2025 (Thursday)	Open	Nationwide
16.6.2025 (Monday)	19.6.2025 (Thursday)	Open	Nationwide

Microsoft - MTA Software Development Fundamentals