| INDEX OF COURSES |
- 08/05/01 : MCAST Foundation Certificate in Computing
- 08/05/02 : MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners
- 08/05/03 : MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing
- 08/05/03A : MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing
- 08/05/04 : MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (Software Development)
- 08/05/05 : MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (ICT Systems Support)
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| MCAST Foundation Certificate in Computing |
| Course Code
| 08/05/01 |
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| 1 |
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| Awarding Body
| MCAST |
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| Entry Requirements |
Completed compulsory education
Aptitude test and/or Interview
Applicants' academic qualifications will not be considered during student selection procedures |
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| Duration of Course |
1 Year Full-Time |
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| 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 his/her 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. Students who show better understanding and application will be awarded the grades of Merit or Distinction.
By combining theory with practical work, students cover a wide range of topics ensuring that they receive a proper understandinig 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. |
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| Study Units |
English
Maltese
Mathematics & Science
Information Technology
Personal Development
Vocational Practice
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| MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners |
| Course Code |
08/05/02 |
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| Level |
2 |
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| Awarding Body
| MCAST-BTEC |
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| Entry Requirements |
Either: SEC/O' level passes in 2 subjects. Preferred subjects: Maths., Eng. Lang., and one subject from Computing, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Accounting and Business Studies
Or: MCAST Foundation Certificate in Computing
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| Duration of Course |
1 Year Full-Time |
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| Fees |
BTEC Registration Fee |
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| 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 software development areas. Students with the proper qualifications should not apply to the MCAST Foundation Certificate in Computing (Code 08/05/01) 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. |
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| 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
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| MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing |
| Course Code |
08/05/03 |
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3 |
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| Awarding Body
| MCAST-BTEC |
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| Entry Requirements |
Either: SEC/O' level passes in 4 subjects. Preferred subjects: Maths., Eng. Lang. and one subject from Computing, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Accounting and Business Studies
Or: MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners |
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| Duration of Course |
2 Years Full-Time |
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| Fees |
BTEC Registration Fee |
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| 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 & ICT Support. In each case students study subjects that are relevant to the needs of Industry. Students with the proper qualifications should not apply to the MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners (Code 08/05/02) 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.
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| Notes |
Applications for programme 08/05/03
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.
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| Study Units |
Study Units (Year I)
Language and Communications
Business Information Systems
Computational Methods
Communications Technology
Computer Systems
Website Development
Introduction to Software Development
Software Applications
Study Units (Year II)
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 & Networks
End User Support
Website Management
System Specification & Justification
Multimedia Technology
Networking Project
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| MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing |
| Course Code |
08/05/03A |
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3 |
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| Awarding Body |
MCAST-BTEC |
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| Entry Requirements |
Either: SEC/O' level passes in 4 subjects. Preferred subjects: Maths., Eng. Lang. and one subject from Computing, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Accounting and Business Studies
Or: MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners
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| Duration of Course |
1 Year Full-Time and 2 years part-time on an apprenticeship |
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| Fees |
BTEC Registration Fee |
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| 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 & ICT Support. In each case students study subjects that are relevant to the needs of Industry. Students with the proper qualifications should not apply to the MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners (Code 08/05/02) 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. |
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| Notes |
Applications for programme 08/05/03
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. |
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| Study Units |
Study Units (Year I)
Language and Communications
Business Information Systems
Computational Methods
Communications Technology
Computer Systems
Website Development
Introduction to Software Development
Software Applications
Study Units (Year II)
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 & Networks
End User Support
Website Management
System Specification & Justification
Multimedia Technology
Networking Project
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| MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (Software Development) |
| Course Code |
08/05/04 |
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4 |
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| Awarding Body |
MCAST-BTEC |
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| Entry Requirements |
Either: Passes in 3 subjects at 'A' Level. One of these subjects must be Computing.
Or: Passes in 2 subjects at 'A' level and 3 subjects at 'I'level. One of these subjects must be Computing.
Or: MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing.
Preference will be given to students who have successfully completed the MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing.
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| Duration of Course |
2 Years Full-Time |
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| Fees |
BTEC Registration Fee |
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| 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 (Code 08/05/03) 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. |
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| Study Units |
Year I
Computer Platforms
Networking Concepts
Systems Analysis
Quality Systems
Programming Concepts
Data Analysis & Database Design
Database Design Concepts
Visual Programming
Year II
Website Design
Personal Skills Development
Java Programming
Visual Programming Development
Software Development Project
Distributed Design and Development
VB Enterprise Development
Software Testing
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| MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (ICT Systems Support) |
| Course Code |
08/05/05 |
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| Level |
4 |
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| Awarding Body |
MCAST-BTEC |
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| Entry Requirements |
Either: Passes in 3 subjects at 'A' Level. One of these subjects must be Computing.
Or: Passes in 2 subjects at 'A' level and 3 subjects at 'I'level. One of these subjects must be Computing.
Or: MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing.
Preference will be given to students who have successfully completed the MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing.
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| Duration of Course |
2 Years Full-Time |
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| Fees |
BTEC Registration Fee |
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| 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 (Code 08/05/03) 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. |
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| Study Units |
Year I
Computer Platforms
Networking Concepts
Systems Analysis
Quality Systems
Programming Concepts
Data Analysis & Database Design
Database Design Concepts
Supporting NOS and OS
Year II
Networking Technology
Personal Skills Development
Networking Infrastructure
Project Management
Internet Server Management
Management in IT
E-Business Strategy
Networking Project
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