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Foundation and Re-Skilling Courses COURSES Full-Time: Prospectus 2010-2011 | List of Courses | Admissions Part-Time (Short): List of Courses Apply Online | Download Application Form QUICK LINKS Employers Guide: Employers Guide [PDF 549 Kb] Admissions: Selection Criteria | Applications | Maintenance Grants | Foreign Students | ETC Apprenticeships Student Support: Guidance & Counselling | Learning Support | Special Needs MCAST Link: Issue 33 [PDF 4,591Kb] | Subscribe Free | Advertise on MCAST Link International Office: Leonardo da Vinci | Comenius Language Project 2004 | The European Business Handbook for Young Entrepreneurs | Socrates | YOUTH Other: Campus Map		INDEX OF COURSES 10/07/08 : MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Interactive Media 10/05/08 : MCAST Introductory Certificate in Computing 10/05/01 : MCAST Foundation Certificate in Computing 10/05/02 : MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners 10/05/03 : MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing 10/05/03A : MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing 10/05/04 : MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (Software Development) 10/05/05 : MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (ICT Systems Support) 10/05/06 : Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Software Development 10/05/07 : Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Networks CLICK HERE for a summary and diagram of the courses offered [PDF 2704Kb] MCAST Introductory Certificate in Computing Course Code 10/05/08 Level 1 Awarding Body MCAST Entry Requirements Finished Compulsory Education Duration of Course 1 Year Full-Time About The Course The programme includes a significant amount of vocational practice which will include limited embedding of English, Maltese and Mathematics within the vocational units. Assessment of each unit will follow a system of continuous assessment. Students will begin to appreciate the basic components that make up a computer, and the interaction of the components with each other to allow us to use the computer as an effective tool for study, work and leisure. Due to the major impact that the Internet has had on society at large, students will also be introduced to the significance of the Internet in today’s world, as well as the use of email as one of the most popular means of communication. Key Skills English, Maltese, Mathematics, Information Technology, Personal Development Vocational Practice Computer Basics, The Internet MCAST Foundation Certificate in Computing Course Code 10/05/01 Level 2 Awarding Body MCAST Entry Requirements Finished Compulsory Education and Obtained a Pass in Tests Duration of Course 1 Year Full-Time About The Course The programme is designed to provide an opportunity to school leavers in possession of the School Leaving Certificate to follow a structured programme of study in that area which is closer to their interests. The programme includes a significant amount of vocational practice that will help students to form a clear idea of the nature of the trade or vocation they intend to follow. Assessment of each unit in this qualification is mainly through a system of continuous assessment and tests. By combining theory with practical work, students cover a wide range of topics ensuring that they receive a proper understanding of the basic areas that make up Information and Communication Technology. This course is the first in a series of programmes that will prepare individuals to work within the Computing Industry. The course is a preparatory course to the further Diplomas within the Institute. It is therefore to be noted that by attending this course, the student will not have gained enough knowledge to seek employment within the ICT (Information and Communication Technology) Industry. Students who apply to join a Vocational Foundation Course at Level 2 shall be required to pass MCAST tests in Maltese, English and Mathematics. Following these tests, MCAST shall draw up a list of those who are found to require significant help in their studies. These learners will stand to benefit by joining the Foundation Course at Vocational Level 1 instead. This is a one-year course which should help them to progress to the Foundation Course at Level 2 the following year. Study Units English, Maltese, Mathematics and Science, Information Technology, Personal Development Vocational Practice Fundamentals of Computing, Creative Thinking, Introduction to Computing, English for Computing, Mathematics for Computing MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners Course Code 10/05/02 Level 3 Awarding Body MCAST-BTEC Entry Requirements 2 SEC/O-Level passes - See also Preferred: Mathematics, Page 259 English Language and one subject from Computing, Physics, Accounting and Business Studies Or: MCAST Foundation Certificate Duration of Course 1 Year Full-Time Fees BTEC Registration Fee About The Course This course is the second in a series of programmes designed to provide students with the necessary skills to work in the Computing Industry. At this level, students are introduced to subjects in both the networking and the software development areas. Students with the proper qualifications should not apply for the MCAST Foundation Certificate in Computing (Code 10/05/01) but should start directly at this level. This course is a preparatory course for further Diplomas within the Institute as the student will not have gained enough knowledge to seek employment within the ICT (Information and Communication Technology) Industry. Study Units Introduction to Computer Systems, Using ICT to present Information, Web Development, Software Design and Development, Technical English, Mathematics, Database / Spreadsheet Software, Networking Essentials MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing Course Code 10/05/03 Level 4 Awarding Body MCAST-BTEC Entry Requirements 4 SEC/O-Level passes - Preferred: Mathematics, English Language and one subject from Computing, Physics, Accounting and Business Studies Or: MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners Notes Applications for programme 10/05/03: Students who (i) had applied for the MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T Practitioners, (ii) were admitted on the basis of the agreement signed on 1 December 2006 by MIIIT, MGTIL, MCAST and other parties, and (iii) successfully concluded the programme of studies offered to them, are eligible to apply for the MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing. Duration of Course 2 Years Full-Time Fees BTEC Registration Fee About The Course This intensive course aims to provide students with the required skills to work in the Computing Industry. In the second year, students specialize in either Software Development, or Networking and ICT Support. In each case students study subjects that are relevant to the needs of Industry. Students with the proper qualifications should not apply for the MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners (Code 10/05/02) but should start directly at this level. Students who successfully complete the MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing may find a number of career opportunities both within the ICT Industry and also in I.T. Departments of other industries. Study Units Language and Communications, Business Information Systems, Computational Methods, Communications Technology, Computer Systems, Website Development, Introduction to Software Development, Software Applications Software Development Programming Concepts, Programming Practice, Commercial Programming, Systems Analysis and Design, Website Management, Advanced Programming, Programming for Design, Software Project Supporting Subjects: Entrepreneurship Networking & ICT Support Computer Hardware, Network Design and Administration, Data Communications and Networks, End User Support, Website Management, System Specification and Justification, Multimedia Technology, Networking Project Supporting Subjects: Entrepreneurship MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing Course Code 10/05/03A Level 4 Awarding Body MCAST-BTEC Entry Requirements 4 SEC/O-Level passes - See also Preferred: Mathematics, Page 259 English Language and one subject from Computing, Physics, Accounting and Business Studies Or: MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners Notes Applications for programme 10/05/03A: Students who (i) had applied for the MCASTBTEC First Diploma for I.T Practitioners, (ii) were admitted on the basis of the agreement signed on 1 December 2006 by MIIIT, MGTIL, MCAST and other parties, and (iii) successfully concluded the programme of studies offered to them, are eligible to apply for the MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing. Duration of Course 1 Year Full-Time and 2 years part-time on an apprenticeship Fees BTEC Registration Fee About The Course This intensive course aims to provide students with the required skills to work in the Computing Industry. In the second and third years, students specialize in either Software Development, or Networking and ICT Support. In each case students study subjects that are relevant to the needs of Industry. Students with the proper qualifications should not apply for the MCASTBTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners (Code 10/05/02) but should start directly at this level. Students who successfully complete the MCASTBTEC National Diploma in Computing may find a number of career opportunities both within the ICT Industry and also in I.T. Departments of other industries. Study Units Language and Communications, Business Information Systems, Computational Methods, Communications Technology, Computer Systems, Website Development, Introduction to Software Development, Software Applications Software Development Programming Concepts, Programming Practice, Commercial Programming, Systems Analysis and Design, Website Management, Advanced Programming, Programming for Design, Software Project Networking & ICT Support Computer Hardware, Network Design and Administration, Data Communications and Networks, End User Support, Website Management, System Specification and Justification, Multimedia Technology, Networking Project MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (Software Development) Course Code 10/05/04 Level 5 Awarding Body MCAST-BTEC Entry Requirements 2 A-Level passes - Compulsory: Computing Or: 1 A-Level pass and 3 I-Level passes - Compulsory: Computing Or: MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing Duration of Course 2 Years Full-Time Fees BTEC Registration Fee About The Course This qualification aims to provide an educational foundation for a range of Technical and Management careers in computing and to enable students to make an immediate contribution in employment. Students with the proper qualifications do not need to start from the MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing but can start directly at this level. Students who complete the MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing will find a number of career opportunities in the ICT Industry or in I.T. Departments in a wide range of work environments. Study Units Computer Platforms, Networking Concepts, Systems Analysis, Quality Systems, Programming Concepts, Data Analysis and Database Design, Database Design Concepts, Visual Programming, Website Design, Personal Skills Development, Java Programming, Visual Programming Development, Software Development Project, Distributed Design and Development, VB Enterprise Development, Software Testing MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (ICT Systems Support) Course Code 10/05/05 Level 5 Awarding Body MCAST-BTEC Entry Requirements 2 A-Level passes - Compulsory: Computing Or: 1 A-Level pass and 3 I-Level passes - Compulsory: Computing Or: MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing Duration of Course 2 Years Full-Time Fees BTEC Registration Fee About The Course This qualification aims to provide an educational foundation for a range of Technical and Management careers in computing and to enable students to make an immediate contribution in employment. Students with the proper qualifications do not need to start from the MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing but can start directly at this level. Students who complete the MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing will find a number of career opportunities in the ICT Industry or in I.T. Departments in a wide range of work environments. Study Units Computer Platforms, Networking Concepts, Systems Analysis, Quality Systems, Programming Concepts, Data Analysis and Database Design, Database Design Concepts, Supporting NOS and OS, Networking Technology, Personal Skills Development, Networking Infrastructure, Project Management, Internet Server Management, Management in IT, E-Business Strategy, Networking Project Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Software Development Course Code 10/05/06 Level 6 Awarding Body MCAST in collaboration with Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft Entry Requirements BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (Software Development). Further details are available under section “Applications for MCAST Vocational Degrees” Duration of Course 1 Year Full-Time Fees - About The Course This programme builds on the experience acquired in the MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing. Once again, a good mix of both practical and theoretical subjects have been included to ensure that the student is well prepared for Industry, as well as obtain a good knowledge base to allow for further development in the field, both from an educational aspect, as well as research and development. As a departure from previous programmes, students will be expected to be more independent learners, with a significant amount of research and self study outside the classroom environment. Our BSc Software Development degree will help the student specialize even further in Software Development with knowledge and experience in Security, Entertainment and Interactive Software, and Internet and Mobile Technologies. Besides these specialized areas, one would also cover areas such as Mathematics and Algorithms, and Management skills. The knowledge and skills obtained when reading for this degree will make the student a sought after Software Developer with high prospects for better employment. Study Units Mathematics for IT, Secure Software Development, Data Structures and Algorithms, Software Engineering, Entertainment & Interactive Software Development, Internet & Mobile Software Technologies, Entrepreneurship, Project Management Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Networks Course Code 10/05/07 Level 6 Awarding Body MCAST in collaboration with Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft Entry Requirements BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (ICT Systems Support). Further details are available under section “Applications for MCAST Vocational Degrees” Duration of Course 1 Year Full-Time Fees - About The Course This programme builds on the experience acquired in the MCAST / BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing. MCAST has included within the degree programme a balanced mix of both practical and theoretical subjects to ensure that the student is well prepared for Industry, as well as obtain a good knowledge base to allow for further development in the field, both from an educational aspect, as well as research and development. As a departure from previous programmes, students will be expected to be more independent learners, with a significant amount of research and self-study being conducted outside the classroom environment. Our BSc Networking degree has a technology focus to provide the student with in-depth knowledge and technical skills in this area of specialization. Besides specializing heavily on Networking and related areas, students would have modules covering Mathematics and Management skills. The skills obtained with reading for this degree will make the student stand out with prospective employers seeking to employ specialized people on Networks, both LANs and WANs Study Units Mathematics for IT, Network Security & Digital Forensics, Communications & Networking Principles, Database Administration, Networking Operating Systems - Principles & Practice, Advanced Networking Infrastructure and WAN Technologies, Entrepreneurship, Project Management MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Interactive Media Course Code 10/07/08 Level 5 Awarding Body MCAST-BTEC About The Course The MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Interactive Media has been developed to prepare learners to work in interactive media related careers e.g. web design, TV and video editing, multimedia design, 3D animation, in a professional capacity. The course provides opportunities for students to develop their ability in the interactive media area through effective use and combination of creative knowledge and computer skills. The course is offered in conjunction with the Institute of Information and Communication Technology. Students may aspire for management roles within the multimedia sector. This programme is offered in conjunction with the Institute of Art and Design. Further information can be found in course code 10/07/08 under the Art and Design section of this Prospectus. Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology Home | About Us | Institutes | Courses | Admissions | Support | The Library | News | Contact Us | Developed by Seasus