NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Coding Practices
Course Overview
The IT and web development sector is growing rapidly, as almost all businesses now have some form of online presence. Coding is used to build websites, mobile apps and other computer software, so having an understanding of coding, how it is implemented, and the importance of software testing is crucial for anyone working in an IT or digital role. This qualification is designed for learners who want to increase their knowledge, skills and understanding of coding.
Who is this course for?
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Those currently working in IT and would benefit from broadening their knowledge and skills in coding and software development
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Those likely to move into IT who would benefit from coding and software development knowledge and skills
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Anyone employed wanting to change careers into coding and software development
The finer detail
Level 3 - Certificate
Duration - 15 weeks
Awarding Body - NCFE
Start Date - Anytime
Delivery - Online learning
Funding - Fully Funded
Commercial - £699
The important bits
This course will cover the following:
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Coding Requirements and Planning:
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Key terminology
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The development lifecycle
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Methodologies
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Roles and Teamwork
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Coding Design:
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Coding principles, practices and standards
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The Design process
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Implementation of coding:
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Write and debug
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Distinguishing different coding solutions
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Testing:
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Bug fixing techniques
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Preventative reflection
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Deployment:
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What and how
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Configuration management
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Version control systems
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What related qualifications can you progress to?
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to:
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Level 4 Certificate in IT
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Level 4 Diploma in Software Development
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Software Development Technician apprenticeship.
Career progression opportunities
This qualification could help you to progress to the follow careers:
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Web Developer
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Software Developer
