Information Technology Specialist (ITS) qualifications are technical qualifications that prove your digital skills in a range of topics, including programming (Javascript, Python and Java), software and app development, database theory and practice, and networking.
In conjunction with our partners, we are able to offer Cardiff Met students and staff comprehensive LearnKey e-lessons and exams for each of the ten ITS qualifications,
for free. The courses are a great opportunity to learn new skills, whilst the ITS certifications are an excellent way to prove to employers that you have strong technical skills.
Looking for the ITS for HTML and CSS? You can gain that qualification by completing our Web Design Fundamentals course.
Sign-up: Courses
Sign-up for an ITS induction session to find out more about the training and certification and to start your Information Technology Specialist journey.
There are 3 intakes a year, one each term.
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Sign-up: Key Concept Sessions
Key Concept sessions are
optional. They explore some of the course material through worked examples and exercises. They are open to all students & staff regardless of whether you enrol on the full course. The Key Concept sessions for the ITS courses are the sessions in the
Thinking Like a Programmer series.
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The sessions will be held through a Microsoft Teams meeting. A link (URL) to the meeting and
joining instructions will be sent after booking on a session.
Target Audience
Cardiff Met students or staff.
Prerequisites
A good level of general ICT proficiency is required, e.g. ability to manage files, use a web browser.
Cost
The course and exam are free to Cardiff Met students and staff, but places are limited.
Course Overviews
There are ten Information Technology Specialist courses and qualifications currently available. Here is a brief overview of each.
The Introduction to Programming Using JavaScript course is an excellent course for those looking to gain valuable introductory JavaScript skills - the language used to make webpages "move". Topics covered include: learning about JavaScript operators, keywords, and methods, using variables, data types, and functions, implementing decisions and loops, interacting with the DOM (Document Object Model), and interacting with forms. In all of these topics, students will clearly see how JavaScript is used to enhance existing webpages.
This course is the perfect complement to our
Web Design Fundamentals course, which covers the other two front-end web design languages, HTML and CSS.
LearnKey’s Introduction to Programming Using Python course covers Python, a very versatile programming language which can be used to power websites, process data, build games, and even program hardware. This course is also an excellent course for someone new to programming, as many of the topics covered are basic programming topics which carry over well to other programming languages. Specifically, this course covers data types and operators, decisions and loops, input and output, code documentation and structure, troubleshooting, and modules and tools.
The Introduction to Programming Using Java course is excellent for someone wanting to learn how to code in Java, a powerful object-oriented programming language. Specifically, this course covers Java fundamentals, data types and variables, flow control, object-oriented principles, and compiling and debugging code. These concepts are covered through simulating writing code for an online store, thus adding a real-life scenario to this course.
This course is for those who are seeking to prove introductory knowledge of and skills with databases, including relational databases such as Microsoft SQL Server or Windows Azure SQL Database. Topics covered include: core database concepts; relational database concepts; security requirements for databases and the data stored in them; database objects, such as tables and views; graphical tools and T-SQL scripts; database queries and stored procedures.
LearnKey’s Network Security Fundamentals course is geared toward those looking to learn the fundamentals of network security. The four main topics covered in this course are: security layers, operating system security, network security, and security software. This course will also improve employability prospects for those trying to gain an entry-level IT support/desktop position with some basic security knowledge requirements.
This course is targeted at those seeking to prove fundamental networking knowledge and skills. Topics covered include: understanding network infrastructure (VPN, security zones, firewalls, WANS, LANS, network topology), understanding network hardware (switches, routers) and understanding protocols and services (the OSI model, IPv4 and c6, DNS, TCP/IP).
The Software Development course is a great course for those looking to improve their core software development skills. Topics covered include: core programming concepts, software development principles, object-oriented programming, web applications and databases.
The HTML5 Application Development course is for people that want to learn more about building web applications. Topics covered include: application lifecycle management, graphics and animation, forms, layouts and JavaScript coding.
This course is for anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of cybersecurity. The course explores key security paradigms, terminology, and mindset. Successful candidates will have a keen awareness of the importance of security and the threats to a business when security procedures are not followed. They are willing to teach others about security concerns. They are developing the investigative and implementation skills necessary to succeed in the field and have an aptitude and desire to learn more.
This course explores the foundational skills required to configure and manage Windows devices. The course explores how to install and configure Windows, manage Windows applications and features and work with cloud services. Device security, such as firewalls and user authentication is covered by this course as is how to troubleshoot effectively.
Visit the
Certiport website to download a complete list of objectives for each course and exam.
Looking for the ITS for
HTML and CSS? You can gain that qualification by completing our
Web Design Fundamentals course.
Course Structure
To enrol on a course you need to attend an induction session and complete the induction form. The induction explains the nature and structure of the courses and the resources available.
The core of each course is comprehensive video-based LearnKey e-lessons. In addition, the courses include practice questions and exercises and GMetrix practice (mock) exams. The courses can be studied at your own pace.
The
Thinking Like a Programmer series are optional Key Concept sessions for the programming courses. They explore programming concepts, such as conditional statements and loops, and illustrate those concepts through examples and exercises.
Each course concludes with the Information Technology Specialist exam: a 50 minute, computer assessed multi-choice exam. The exams can be taken in person at Cardiff Met or remotely.
Certification
Candidates who successfully pass an exam will gain a
Information Technology Specialist qualification. You will receive:
- a physical and digital certificate
- a digital badge that can be used to share (e.g. on LinkedIn) and verify your achievement
Got a question?
See whether the Certification FAQs page answers it. If you still have questions, get in touch with the
IT Training team via email.
