Associate in Computer System Design and Programming

 

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

 

The PROGRAMMING NC IV (Computer System Design and Programming) qualification consists of competencies that are required for developing or writing program codes using a personal computer or workstation as part of a systems development team. 

 

The modules in this program will be delivered through (a) interactive discussions in the classroom utilizing visual aids and other teaching materials to gain the knowledge and (b) laboratory classes to acquire the required skills and competencies. Take home reading assignments may also be given from time to time.

 

Specifically, some of the teaching methodologies to be utilized are:

 

• Interactive lecture and discussion
• Problem solving
• Simulation (hands-on machine problems and exercises)
• Individualize learning
• On-the-job training

 

The trainees/students are expected to:

 

• Design program logic.
• Apply program development approach.
• Apply object-oriented program language skills.
• Apply programming skills in a second language.

 

Upon completion of this course, the trainees/students with the necessary competencies, should be able to perform the duties, responsibilities and acquired attitude relevant to the job titles:

 

• Programmer 
• Program coder
• Programming support staff 
• Programmer-analyst
• Business System Developer
• System Analyst
• Photo Editor
• Multimedia Designer

 

The trainees/students also should be able to pass the Occupational Qualification and Certification System (National Certificate - Level IV) of Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) – a government accrediting institution.

 

 

Duration

General Education Courses:  69 credit unitsThe Programming NC IV Computer System Design and    Programming) consists of 6 basic modules, 2 common modules and 4 core modules, involving a total nominal duration of 1915 hours. 

 

Regcognition

This program is accredited by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA).  It is fully recognized within the Philippines and internationally for further education and employment in the private and public sector.  This program is also being ladderized to the ITE programs of the AMA Education System. Graduates of this program who wish to continue their higher education studies need not to enroll equivalent competencies through credit transfer. 

 

Intakes

Two intakes per year
 • First Semester: June - October
 • Second Semester: November - March

 

Competencies

Six (6) Basic Competencies
Two (2) Common Competencies
Four (4) Core Competencies:

• Design program logic
• Apply program development approach
• Apply object-oriented program language skills
• Apply programming skills in a second language