Southern Regional College
Profile
Overview of SRC:
Southern Regional College comprises of the former FE colleges at Armagh, Newry and Upper Bann. There are a total of 6 campuses across the geographical region and the College incorporates four council districts. Southern Regional College caters for approximately 35,000 students each year and has in excess of 1,100 members of staff. The College offers a wide range of courses: in excess of 100 courses for full-time further education; in excess of 80 courses on a full-time & part-time higher education capacity and; in excess of 1320 courses (not counting those courses offered in the community) on a part-time vocational & recreational basis.
Overview of IT provision across SRC:
All students have access to over 3500 networked high quality computer workstations through out the college. Students are given access to FREE printing facilities. Interactive whiteboards are located in classrooms to enable interactive learning and teaching. Lecturers can publish lessons, assignments and other resources for students to access in the College or remotely on iT Campus the College MLE (Managed Learning Environment).
Featured courses
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BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (with E-Business)
Degree Title:
BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (with E-Business)/(with Multimedia and Internet)
Degree description:
This course provides a specialist work related programme of study that covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical skills required for employment in a number of roles in the IT and computing sectors. Students complete topics which cover hardware, software, networking, systems analysis and databases. The optional units on this course offer students the choice between the e-Business suite which covers; e-Business Technology, e-Business Development, e-Business Strategy, Professional Development OR the Multimedia and Internet suite which covers; Multimedia Design & Authoring, Website Design, Human Computer Interface and e-Business Strategy. Students can progress to a range of Degree courses. Students are eligible for entry to the third year of Degree courses at many Universities.
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Higher National Certificate / Diploma in Computing
Degree Title:
Higher National Certificate / Diploma in Computing
Degree description:
This course is designed for people who wish to work, or are already working as computer practitioners such as technicians, computer operatives and software developers. The course develops the knowledge and skills needed for a wide range of computing careers. Recent graduates have enrolled on computing programmes at Queen’s University, Belfast, University of Ulster and Napier University, Edinburgh to gain a degree with 1-2 years additional study. Other graduates who have successfully completed the course have begun their careers as trainee programmers, business analyst trainees, database administrators and technical staff.
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BTEC National Diploma in Computing
Degree Title:
BTEC National Diploma in Computing
Degree description:
This course is practical and work-related and will appeal to all students who have a keen interest in IT. Students will gain a broad understanding of IT and develop skills and knowledge in a wide range of specialist areas in IT such as; Communication and Employability Skills for IT, Computer Systems, Information Systems, Organisational Systems Security, e-Commerce, Impact of the Use of IT on Business Systems, Advanced Database Skills, Advanced Spreadsheet Skills, IT Systems Analysis and Design, Communication Technologies, Data Analysis and Design, Maintaining Computer Systems, Mathematics for IT Practitioners, Principles of Software Design and Development, Event Driven Programming, Website Production and Management, Installing and Upgrading Software, Principles of Computer Networks.
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BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (with Multimedia and Internet)
Degree Title:
BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (with Multimedia and Internet)
Degree description:
This course provides a specialist work related programme of study that covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical skills required for employment in a number of roles in the IT and computing sectors. Students complete topics which cover hardware, software, networking, systems analysis and databases. The optional units on this course offer students the choice between the e-Business suite which covers; e-Business Technology, e-Business Development, e-Business Strategy, Professional Development OR the Multimedia and Internet suite which covers; Multimedia Design & Authoring, Website Design, Human Computer Interface and e-Business Strategy. Students can progress to a range of Degree courses. Students are eligible for entry to the third year of Degree courses at many Universities.
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Higher National Certificate / Diploma in Computing
Degree Title:
Higher National Certificate / Diploma in Computing
Degree description:
This course is designed for people who wish to work, or are already working as computer practitioners such as technicians, computer operatives and software developers. The course develops the knowledge and skills needed for a wide range of computing careers. Recent graduates have enrolled on computing programmes at Queen’s University, Belfast, University of Ulster and Napier University, Edinburgh to gain a degree with 1-2 years additional study. Other graduates who have successfully completed the course have begun their careers as trainee programmers, business analyst trainees, database administrators and technical staff.
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Foundation Degree in Computing
Degree Title:
Foundation Degree in Computing
Degree description:
The Foundation Degree in Computing is designed to prepare students for a variety of careers across the IT industry through the provision of specialised options. It aims to equip students with practical and professional abilities in specific areas, as well as providing a broad range of analysis, design and implementation skills. Full-time students will undertake a supervised work placement of approximately six months. Subjects studied in Year 1 include: Systems Analysis and Design, Programming and Problem Solving, Computer Platforms, Professional Issues, Database Development, Object Oriented Programming, Computing Mathematics, Web Applications Development. Subjects studied in Year 2 include: Visual Programming, Systems Development, Networking and Data Communications, Business Enterprise, Project, Work-based learning.
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Foundation Degree in Computing & Networking Systems
Degree Title:
Foundation Degree in Computing & Networking Systems
Degree description:
The Foundation Degree in Computing and Network Systems is designed to equip students with the knowledge, understanding and skills required for employment in the computing sector. The course combines academic rigor with hands on skills development in areas of Software Development and Network Management and Administration and provides students with the skills and expertise to seek employment in areas of the computing sector where there is a clear skills deficit. Programming (Java and Visual Basic), Network Design, Installation and Management, Systems Analysis, Database Management, Placement in a computing environment, Students completing the Foundation Degree will also be able to acquire professional training leading to: Microsoft Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, CISCO Certified Network Associate Status. On-line learning will be used for the delivery and assessment of a number of units. Intranet and internet services will enable students to undertake learning and assessment remotely – either at home or in work.
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Foundation Degree in Computing
Degree Title:
Foundation Degree in Computing
Degree description:
The Foundation Degree in Computing is designed to prepare students for a variety of careers across the IT industry through the provision of specialised options. It aims to equip students with practical and professional abilities in specific areas, as well as providing a broad range of analysis, design and implementation skills. Full-time students will undertake a supervised work placement of approximately six months. Subjects studied in Year 1 include: Systems Analysis and Design, Programming and Problem Solving, Computer Platforms, Professional Issues, Database Development, Object Oriented Programming, Computing Mathematics, Web Applications Development. Subjects studied in Year 2 include: Visual Programming, Systems Development, Networking and Data Communications, Business Enterprise, Project, Work-based learning.
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Foundation Degree in Computing & Networking Systems
Degree Title:
Foundation Degree in Computing & Networking Systems
Degree description:
The Foundation Degree in Computing and Network Systems is designed to equip students with the knowledge, understanding and skills required for employment in the computing sector. The course combines academic rigor with hands on skills development in areas of Software Development and Network Management and Administration and provides students with the skills and expertise to seek employment in areas of the computing sector where there is a clear skills deficit. Programming (Java and Visual Basic), Network Design, Installation and Management, Systems Analysis, Database Management, Placement in a computing environment, Students completing the Foundation Degree will also be able to acquire professional training leading to: Microsoft Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, CISCO Certified Network Associate Status. On-line learning will be used for the delivery and assessment of a number of units. Intranet and internet services will enable students to undertake learning and assessment remotely – either at home or in work.
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BTEC National Diploma in e-media
Degree Title:
BTEC National Diploma in e-media
Degree description:
The course is designed to provide an insight into the media industry, through hands on experience and case studies providing students with opportunities to develop skills within this industry. The course is designed to provide an insight into the media industry, through hands on experience and case studies providing students with opportunities to develop skills within this industry. The course will consist of four core units, four compulsory units and ten specialist units. Typical units include: Web Authoring (Macromedia Dreamweaver, Multimedia Authoring (Macromedia Director, Sound and Video (Final Cut Pro, Motion Graphics (Motion 2), Web Animation (Macromedia Flash, Web Graphics (Macromedia Fireworks), 3D Modelling, 3D Environments (Maya), 3D Animation.
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BTEC National Diploma in Games Development
Degree Title:
BTEC National Diploma in Games Development
Degree description:
This practical course will develop your skills and understanding of gaming; one of the fastest growing media industries. You will have the opportunity to acquire skills in Games Platforms and Technologies, 3D Animation, Digital Graphics and Video Production. During the course you will be given a broad range of knowledge and skills that are highly sought after by both employers and Universities as well as giving you an opportunity to work as part of a team, further developing your basic skills and time management skills. This course is designed to offer a range of opportunities in games development and in other media and computing areas. Subjects covered may include areas such as: Research Techniques for the Media Industries, Pre-production Techniques for the Media Industries, Understanding the Computer Games Industry, Computer Game Engines, Computer Game Design, Digital Graphics for Interactive Media, 2D Animation Production, Web Animation for Interactive Media, Sound for Computer Games, Human-Computer Interfaces, Working Freelance in the Media Industries, 3D Animation.
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BTEC National Diploma in Multimedia
Degree Title:
BTEC National Diploma in Multimedia
Degree description:
This is an exciting course that offers a range of units for individuals with strong artistic creative design ability and the opportunity to gain skills in Animation, Graphics, Video Editing, Audio Production, Multimedia Authoring and Web Graphics. Students also have the opportunity to develop practical Art and Design via a range of drawing and visual communication in workshop based situations, producing a strong portfolio of both digital and traditional media. The BTEC National Diploma in Multimedia is an eighteen unit qualification. Students must complete five compulsory core units, three compulsory specialist units and ten optional specialist units chosen from the list of units available for the endorsed title. Specialist Units include: Interface Design, Website Design, Multimedia Authoring Brief, Typography, Audio Visual Production and Animation, 3D animation, Core units include: Visual Communication, Drawing Development, Historical and Contextual Research.
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Diploma in Digital Applications
Degree Title:
Diploma in Digital Applications
Degree description:
This course provides an opportunity for students to gain a new qualification in the rapidly growing area of digital applications. The DiDA qualification prepares students for the real world of work or further education. It is designed to stimulate students’ creativity and develop real-world, practical skills. Using ICT, Multimedia, Graphics, ICT in Enterprise, Presenting Information, Print and Digital Publishing, Creating an e-Portfolio, Project Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation. The multimedia unit enables students to gain practical ability in a range of multimedia applications such as website design. In the graphics unit students are given the opportunity to design and produce artwork that is effective in communicating with different audiences on screen and in print. The final unit, ICT in Enterprise, gives students the chance to apply business techniques such as market research, financial planning and product promotion to their skills in digital applications. It develops important real world skills, including communication, problem solving and decision making.
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Professional Multi-media and Website Design
Degree Title:
Professional Multi-media and Website Design
Degree description:
This course will be of interest to anyone who has a good basic knowledge of IT and has an interest in the field of multimedia, the internet and the design of websites. The aim of the course is to develop. There are two units. The first unit aims to enable students to produce interactive web pages that have multimedia content. It will cover the creation of HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) code through to the inclusion of Java Applets to enhance web page design and production. Students will be required to create a viable, interactive website interface, which meets contemporary web design principles. The second unit will enable students to design and evaluate a prototype multimedia system. Students will design the structure, interaction and components of the interface and then gather, create and assemble the audio and visual components of the prototype.
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Foundation Degree in Interactive Multimedia
Degree Title:
Foundation Degree in Interactive Multimedia
Degree description:
The Foundation Degree in Interactive Multimedia is designed to provide students with the multimedia skills required for employment in the increasing multimedia sector and progression to completion of an Honours Degree in Interactive Multimedia Design at the University of Ulster. Subjects studied include: HTML, Animation, Sound, Video, Scripting Languages, On-Line database development, Creative Design Techniques, Web Server Set-up and Management, Interactive Programming, Work placement. Students completing the Foundation Degree will also be able to acquire professional training leading to Certified Internet Webmaster (CIW) Certification. This is an integral part of the course and will enable students to obtain skills that are highly sought after in the multimedia industry.
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BTEC Higher National Diploma in Interactive Media
Degree Title:
BTEC Higher National Diploma in Interactive Media
Degree description:
This course has been developed to meet the needs of students wishing to study Interactive Media with an emphasis on design and media production. During the course students will use high end camcorders, audio recorders and a range of production and post-production hardware and software to produce creative results. An important feature of the course has been the work that students have produced for commercial and voluntary sector clients. Career options include working in the following areas: Advertising, Audio Visual Media, Electronic Media including Web Page Design, Graphic Design, Marketing, Interactive Media Design, Public Relations, Video and Sound Editing and Network and Website Management.
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BA (Hons) Creative Imaging
Degree Title:
BA (Hons) Creative Imaging
Degree description:
This course is designed for students who wish to develop a career in illustration. It is a challenging course, which allows you to develop your potential. You will continue to improve your skills by experimenting with a variety of media, and will also demonstrate an individual approach to this discipline with the creation of a unique portfolio. This course is a progression from HND in photography, graphic design, multimedia or other related areas of study. The course is dedicated to two major areas of study – Photography and Graphic Design. Students cover various aspects relevant to both industries, researching in detail the areas of advertising, digital imaging, contemporary practice and real life design problems. Modules covered include: photography, graphic design, digital imaging, multimedia, professional studies and research.
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