Description

Programmers and software development professionals design, develop, test, implement and maintain software systems on a range of platforms in order to meet the specifications and business objectives of the information system; they also design and develop specialist software e.g. for computer games.

Tasks

• Develops website and website interfaces and establishes methods to ensure appropriate website security and recovery.
• Writes operational documentation and provides subsequent support and training for users.
• Plans and maintains database structures.
• Implements and evaluates the software.
• Writes code for specialist programming for computer games, (for example, artificial intelligence, 3D engine development).
• Tests and corrects software programs.
• Develops user interfaces.
• Writes and codes individual programs according to specifications.
• Undertakes feasibility study to design software solutions.
• Examines existing software and determines requirements for new/modified systems in the light of business needs.

Entry Requirements

Honours, Bachelor's degree

Skills

• Critical Thinking
• Reading Comprehension
• Active Learning
• Active Listening
• Speaking
• Mathematics
• Writing
• Learning Strategies
• Monitoring
• Science

Related Courses

• A-Level Programme - Computing (AAQ)
• Access to HE Diploma (Computing) - Level 3
• Award in Personal Social Skills - Furthering Digital Skills - Level 1
• Award in Personal Social Skills - Introduction to Digital Skills - Level 1
• Computing - Level 1
• Computing - Level 2
• Computing - Level 3 Extended Diploma
• Cyber Security Technician - Level 3
• Pre-Access to Computing - Level 2 - Part-Time
• Software Development - Level 3
• Web Application Development - Level 5