NCC Education
Level 4
QN: 600/0406/X
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma In Computing
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NCC Education. Classified as a Other General Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 648 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 4
Awarding Body
NCC Education
Syllabus Units
11 Units
Guided Hours
648 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma In Computing
Computer Networks
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand network and communication protocols, Understand the principles of common network topologies and architectures, Understand the application of network security measures, Be able to select and configure the hardware components of a computer network to meet the requirements of a precise specification, Be able to design and install network and server operating systems to meet the requirements of a precise specification, Be able to install and configure internet telephony and communication systems
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma In Computing
Computer Systems
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Key Learning Objectives:
- LO1 Understand the function of computer systems, LO2 Be able to design computer systems, LO3 Be able to build and configure computer systems, LO4 Be able to undertake routine maintenance on computer systems
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma In Computing
Databases
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse the role of database management systems in modern data-driven environments.
- Construct an entity-relationship diagram from a given business scenario.
- Apply normalisation techniques to remove data redundancies up to third normal form.
- Develop a logical database schema including primary and foreign keys.
- Implement a relational database using SQL data definition language.
- Manipulate data using SQL data manipulation language including joins and subqueries.
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma In Computing
Designing and developing a Web site
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Design a Web site to address loosely-defined requirements, Use web development tools to build (X)HTML- and CSS-based websitesto address well-defined specifications, Understand the technology and tools needed to use multimedia in the context of a website, Develop test strategies and apply these to a Web site, Understand the need for Web standards, Understand the concepts associated with using the Internet and the World Wide Web for business
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma In Computing
Designing and developing object-oriented computer programs
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Design object-oriented programs to address loosely-defined problems, Produce a working object-oriented program which meets the design specification, Develop object-oriented programs that reflect established programming and software engineering practice, Develop test strategies and apply these to object-oriented programs, Develop design documentation for use in program maintenance and end-user documentation
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma In Computing
eBusiness
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse eCommerce business models, Analyse eCommerce business-to-consumer strategies, Analyse eCommerce business-to-business strategies, Evaluate various forms of online marketplace, Examine the security threats posed to eCommerce users, Understand how to plan eCommerce strategies
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma In Computing
Essentials of Management
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse the function of management, Examine the management decision-making process, Assess the use of management and organisational strategies, Analyse how management can influence individual and group performance, Examine theories of leadership and control
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma In Computing
Office Solutions Development
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Key Learning Objectives:
- LO1 Understand how application software can support business processes, LO2 Be able to design and implement office solutions, LO3 Be able to demonstrate that business processes have been enhanced/improved
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma In Computing
Skills for Computing
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use various skills to support the study of Computing, Be able to communicate in a technical environment, Be able to employ thinking skills and problem-solving techniques in a business and/or learning context, Be able to handle and present data, Understand the need for lifelong learning
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma In Computing
Software Development Techniques
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify and explain the key stages of software development lifecycles, Express, design and evaluate algorithms, Identify and use programming language constructs, Identify and use common data structures, Explain and use common algorithms, Explain and use test strategies, Explain how software is modularised
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NCC Education Level 4 Diploma In Computing
Understanding Business Organisations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate various types of organisation, Evaluate various forms of organisational structure, Examine the process of organisational change, Assess the use of communication in organisations, Examine how organisational performance is monitored, Evaluate the use of IT systems on the performance and structure of an organisation
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 600/0406/X
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- NCC Education
- Qualification Type
- Other General Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jun 2011