Applied Computing (HNC)
Exeter College
This new programme is designed to equip you with the relevant knowledge, understanding and skills that are essential for success in the current and future computing industry sector. Key features include:
You will:
Design, build and operate your own microprocessor systems, using Arduino circuitry and programming in C. You will deliver a personal project integrating design, programming and sense/control features. Projects in the last year have included proximity sensors for Covid warnings, children’s memory games, pet watering systems and currently an SMS message system for a vulnerable adult. (Computational Methods)
Apply number theory to practical computing scenarios through practical activities. Using a variety of languages and other applications you will explore algorithms and data structures, exploring how they work efficiently or otherwise! You’ll explore simple probability theory and distributions, which underpin much of today’s Business Intelligence, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. You’ll explore geometry, matrix and vector methods essential in graphics used in gaming. (Computer Systems & Control)
Investigate the theoretical and practical design and use of information systems in a variety of contexts from small businesses to large operations. This is essential underpinning for big data and analytics used widely in commerce and gaming. The use of database software will include design and implementation of relational database applications, as well as their applications, hosting, management and security. (Databases and Information Systems)
Develop the skills to contribute to the design and development of data systems. Using modern engineering methods, tools and systems used for statistical computing you will learn how to apply predictive and strict analytics techniques. You will learn how organisations use Power BI as a tool for undertaking descriptive analytics through Business Intelligence. (Business Intelligence & Big Data)
Learn to solve problems algorithmically. Procedural, object oriented, and event-driven paradigms are studied and applied to create programs to carry out operations. You will implement and debug applications. The process of developing an application using the software lifecycle will be explored – comparing and contrasting the various approaches. The use of GitHub will improve your employability and develop your skills in a wider context. (Software Development)
Carry out practical exercises related to modern networking. You’ll explore standards and protocols, specifically TCP/IP and related protocols. Using Cisco Networking and Virtual Box applications, you’ll explore topologies, wired and wireless networking and cabling. You’ll use NICs, switches, routers and firewalls. You’ll develop troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, using applications such as Wireshark. You’ll implement network management and security solutions though directory, DNS, DHCP, remote access and virtual systems. (Fundamentals of Computer Networking)
The programme is delivered through theoretical sessions and practical workshops and you will be expected to research topics and complete assignments outside class time. You will be assessed through a mixture of end of module tests and assessed coursework that can be either written work, question and answer sessions or practical demonstrations.
This programme is awarded by BTEC.
You will:
Design, build and operate your own microprocessor systems, using Arduino circuitry and programming in C. You will deliver a personal project integrating design, programming and sense/control features. Projects in the last year have included proximity sensors for Covid warnings, children’s memory games, pet watering systems and currently an SMS message system for a vulnerable adult. (Computational Methods)
Apply number theory to practical computing scenarios through practical activities. Using a variety of languages and other applications you will explore algorithms and data structures, exploring how they work efficiently or otherwise! You’ll explore simple probability theory and distributions, which underpin much of today’s Business Intelligence, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. You’ll explore geometry, matrix and vector methods essential in graphics used in gaming. (Computer Systems & Control)
Investigate the theoretical and practical design and use of information systems in a variety of contexts from small businesses to large operations. This is essential underpinning for big data and analytics used widely in commerce and gaming. The use of database software will include design and implementation of relational database applications, as well as their applications, hosting, management and security. (Databases and Information Systems)
Develop the skills to contribute to the design and development of data systems. Using modern engineering methods, tools and systems used for statistical computing you will learn how to apply predictive and strict analytics techniques. You will learn how organisations use Power BI as a tool for undertaking descriptive analytics through Business Intelligence. (Business Intelligence & Big Data)
Learn to solve problems algorithmically. Procedural, object oriented, and event-driven paradigms are studied and applied to create programs to carry out operations. You will implement and debug applications. The process of developing an application using the software lifecycle will be explored – comparing and contrasting the various approaches. The use of GitHub will improve your employability and develop your skills in a wider context. (Software Development)
Carry out practical exercises related to modern networking. You’ll explore standards and protocols, specifically TCP/IP and related protocols. Using Cisco Networking and Virtual Box applications, you’ll explore topologies, wired and wireless networking and cabling. You’ll use NICs, switches, routers and firewalls. You’ll develop troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, using applications such as Wireshark. You’ll implement network management and security solutions though directory, DNS, DHCP, remote access and virtual systems. (Fundamentals of Computer Networking)
The programme is delivered through theoretical sessions and practical workshops and you will be expected to research topics and complete assignments outside class time. You will be assessed through a mixture of end of module tests and assessed coursework that can be either written work, question and answer sessions or practical demonstrations.
This programme is awarded by BTEC.
Subject area(s)
Digital
Digital
Course level
Level 4
Level 4
Course format
Face-to-face (daytime)
Face-to-face (daytime)
