Computing CCT College Dublin

Overview

The Computing programme at CCT College Dublin assumes prior learning in core computing subjects and seeks to build upon this with 60 ECTS of taught modules addressing subject matter pertinent to the current computing landscape, including programming, computer architecture and networking, blockchain, databases and embedded systems. On completion of the taught component, subject to meeting the academic standard required, students will then complete an applied computing project of 30 ECTS.

It is designed for graduates of level 8 honours degree or Higher Diploma in IT (or cognate discipline) and IT professionals who wish to develop advanced knowledge and skills in computing, including developing their research capacity with the opportunity to complete a research development project as a core part of their studies.

On completion of this programme the learner will be able to:

• Evidence expert knowledge of current and emerging trends and technologies in computing, including operating systems, software development methodologies, hardware interfaces and programming paradigms.
• Critically evaluate the design, development, and deployment of recent and emerging computing systems, including cloud-based, embedded and distributed systems.
• Undertake research, synthesise and apply knowledge acquired from multiple sources, including academic and professional literature, to inform approaches to real-world scenarios and the development of new technologies and applications.
• Demonstrate advanced computing skills and competence including functional programming, distributed systems, architecture, software development, data structures, and optimisation, and be able to apply this to develop efficient and scalable software applications.
• Design, implement, evaluate and critique computing solutions for real-world case studies/ problems drawing upon preliminary research, legal guidelines, ethical practice and IEEE/ ISO/ ANSI professional standards.
• Work autonomously and collaboratively in leading or contributing to resolving complex computing challenges or projects, engaging effectively with stakeholders.
• Take responsibility for progressing own learning through critical self-analysis, peer interaction, feedback or input from others, professional development, and undertaking preliminary research.
• Act with integrity and professionalism, evidencing sound knowledge and appreciation of ethical and social issues in computing, including privacy, security, and intellectual property.
• Undertake independent research to build an innovative design of a potential authentic computing solution, develop and implement this artefact, employing emerging or current industry practice/ frameworks / techniques.