Course Overview
The course aims to give you a thorough grounding in the skills and techniques used to programme computers. It also introduces you to many of the most popular programming languages, such as Visual Basic, HTML and Javascript.
Pre-requisites
The great news is that you don't need any previous experience to take this course.
Key Topics
Qualification
ICS Introduction to Computer Programming Diploma
Support
As an ICS student you will have your own personal tutor helping you with your coursework and with any questions you may have. Plus you can contact our Student Advisors by email or phone for all the practical advice you may need – so we really are with you 100%.
What's more, you'll have access to the ICS online Student Community, where you can interact with other students, browse our resource library and manage your account.
Assessment
This course includes a number of multiple choice test papers that you complete as part of your coursework. These can either be completed online or forwarded to ICS for grading.
What our Students Say
"The course notes were very good – extremely comprehensive and clear. If I had any queries, I found my tutor was useful; but to be honest, I only had to get in touch two or three times." Darren Gates, ICS Graduate, Manchester.
Your Future Prospects
A quick look at the main job sites on the Internet, or in any daily paper will confirm that the future belongs to programmers. As more and more companies become completely dependent on computers for their survival, they increasingly need systems tailored specifically for their needs. Which is another way of saying that they increasingly need the services of qualified computer programmers.