This course provides a thorough grounding in the key concepts and practical skills required in their sector and their national recognition by employers allows progression direct into employment. It offers a strong emphasis on practical skills development alongside the development of requisite knowledge and understanding in their sector. It covers the following eight core units: computer platforms, systems analysis, programming concepts, database design concepts, networking concepts, personal skills development, information systems project and information systems. Eight specialist units: visual programming, data analysis and design, website design, internet server management, human computer interface, management in it, ms office solution development, networking technology.