Level 4 Module Listing
Computer systems and software
This module will develop learners’ understanding of the integration of hardware and software components.
Computer programming
Learners will use different tools and techniques to design, implement, and test programs, following the system life cycle.
Relational database systems
This unit will develop learners’ understanding of database systems and data analysis and modelling.
Software engineering
Leaners will gain an understanding of the need for Software Engineering and the different methods and techniques.
Systems analysis and design
This module provides an understanding of IS concepts and how they relate to organisation needs in respect of business processes and transformation of information.
E-Commerce applications
This module explores the role of e-commerce in the modern world.
Human computer interaction
This module will develop students understanding of principles and models of human computer Interaction and evaluate existing design and use this to help them plan their own prototype multimedia user interface.
IT and society
This module examines the impact of technology on society and explores trends and changes created.
Information systems project management
This module explores elements of project management which is the key to the successful development and implementation of a specific IT project.
Management information systems
This module focuses on understanding the concepts of information systems and how they support business needs in terms of information processing and data processing.
Level 5 Module Listing
Technopreneurship
This unit aims to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to establish a new techno business. It includes understanding the characteristics of entrepreneurs, planning, marketing, and finance.
C#.NET Programming
This unit aims to provide learners with the basic concepts and principles of ASP.NET programming using C#. This will enable learners to understand how to create dynamic web pages using server-side programming techniques.
System Administration
This unit aims to provide the knowledge needed to administer a system in Linux and Windows. Topics covered include user and group management; file system management; task automation; shell scripting; Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) servers; mail servers; domain name servers; files and printers sharing; basic utilities and tools; application management; registry; local and group policies; backup policies; restore policies and performance tuning.
Network security
This unit aims to provide learners with knowledge of network security issues in a networked environment and the process of preventing and detection common security incidents.
Content Management Systems
This unit aims to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to use content management systems (CMS) as a tool for the creation of digital content. Successful achievement of this unit will enable learners to understand CMS roles, content modeling, content aggregation, publication management, and content migration.
Web Design
This unit aims to provide learners with the skills and knowledge of client-side programming and how to create dynamic web pages using JavaScript (JS) programming language and Adobe Dreamweaver. The unit covers the creation of dynamic web pages that use form validation, validate user input, process user input at the client-side, dynamic navigation menu, and a web client application.
Written Assignments
On completion of the modules, students will be given access to the assignments. The assignments are approximately 5,000-8,000 words each. Students are provided support on the modules and assignments via the ‘Tutor’ section of the learning platform.
The Assignment unit titles for the
level 4 course are:
- Management information systems
- IT and society
- Computer systems and software
- Computer programming
- Relational database systems
- Software engineering
- Systems analysis and design
- E-commerce applications
- Human-computer interactions
- Information systems theory
More information about the level 4 units can be found here https://athe.co.uk/level-4-computing/
The Assignment unit titles for the
level 5 course are:
- Technopreneurship
- Network Security
- C#.NET Programming
- System Administration
- Content Management Systems
- Web Design