Certiport IT Specialist Software Development | 5-day course

Overview

On this accelerated 5-day Certiport IT Specialist - Software Development course, you’ll learn a broad range of entry-level IT skills in software development.

Audience

The Information Technology Specialist program is a way for individuals to validate foundational IT skills sought after by employers. The IT Specialist program is aimed at candidates who are considering or just beginning a path to a career in information technology.

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Benefits

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

The course will provide students with an understanding of the following:

Core Programming Concepts

Describe computer storage and data types
Construct and analyse algorithms and flowcharts to solve programming problems
Incorporate error handling into applications or modules
Construct and analyse code based on functional programming patterns

Software Development Principles

Describe software development lifecycles (SDLC) management
Interpret application specifications
Construct and analyse code that uses algorithms and data structures
Describe the purpose of version control systems
Describe secure coding concepts

Object-Oriented Programming

Construct and analyse web applications
Describe and configure web hosting
Describe and configure web services
Describe and identify architectural patterns

Databases

Design and normalise a database
Construct, analyse and optimise ANSI SQL queries
Manage transactions
Describe database access methods
Describe types of NoSQL databases

Exam Track

As part of your accelerated course, you’ll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training centre, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

35 - 45 MCQ

Duration - 50 Minutes

What's Included

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

Candidates for this exam are seeking to prove core software development skills, including object-oriented programming, web applications, and databases.

Candidates are expected to have some experience with C# and ANSI SQL.

Candidates should have at least 150 hours of instruction or hands-on experience with concepts related to programming, software development, object-oriented programming, web applications, and databases.

To be successful on the test, the candidate is also expected to have the following perquisite knowledge and skills:

8th grade reading skills
Algebra II
HTML
CSS
JavaScript
At least one object-oriented language (C#, Java, C++)
SQL queries, XML, JSON

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

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Course Dates

Apprenticeships - IT Specialist - Software Development
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18/3/2024 (Monday)	22/3/2024 (Friday)	Finished - Leave feedback
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Certiport - IT Specialist - Software Development