SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT TECHNICIAN
LEVEL 3
Software developers are the creative minds behind computer programs. Candidates will be learning to develop the applications that allow people to do specific tasks on a computer or another device. COURSE OVERVIEW Lessons will take place in a dedicated network lab with relevant equipment for practical work. In addition, apprentices will be supported online to study web-based training modules and simulation tools. In the first term apprentices will study: • Taking and interpreting given software development requirements to estimate effort to deliver the work product to enable accurate costs to be established. • Breaking software development activities down into logical units of work to enable sequencing and ensure the best possible structuring of activities to deliver a high- quality product right first time. • Reporting progress accurately throughout the development life-cycle stages to ensure adequate audit trails of key worksteps such that the organisation can demonstrate how the product has been created for quality and commercial purposes. LENGTH The apprenticeship will take 24 months.
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS A Levels, a relevant Level 3 apprenticeship, or other relevant qualifications, relevant experience and/or an aptitude test with a focus on functional maths, a Level 3 apprenticeship or other relevant qualification(s) and experience, or an aptitude test with a focus on IT skills. You will need to have achieved GCSEs at grade 9 – 4 (or comparable qualification) in English and maths. Please note, you will also be required to undertake an initial assessment prior to enrolment in order to assess your current level of English and maths. Your interviewer will discuss with you what minimum level you will need to achieve at initial assessment. PROGRESSION The course will prepare the apprentice for employment as an Application developer, Mobile application developer, Software developer or Web developer. COURSE CODE: P8757
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