Course Details
Become a skilled computer programmer, and gain a thorough training in the latest version of Visual Basic
This is your chance to earn top money and enjoy a genuinely exciting career, as you help build the next generation of Microsoft Windows and Web applications.
This course is designed to give you all the skills you need for a great future as a qualified VB.net computer programmer. And although a background in programming is helpful, it's not essential. Your training provides a full introduction to programming concepts, with plenty of practical step-by-step exercises and examples. So don't worry if you're a complete beginner. You'll find this is the ideal way to learn one of the easiest and most popular programming languages available - from scratch.
At the end of your course, you'll also find your new skills well rewarded. Qualified VB.net programmers are in high demand, so expect jobs paying salaries up to £40,000* per annum.
Note: with the course the latest VB.net Computer programming software is supplied.
Upon completion of your course you should be ready to sit and pass the following exam:
Technology Specialist (TS) Exam 70-526: TS: Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 - Windows-based Client
This is an industry-recognised qualification that will demonstrate not just your skill and your confidence, but also your commitment as an IT professional.
It will allow you to build your VB.net Computer programming skills and your CV will be enhanced by demonstrating your understanding of Visual Basic and how you can build applications.
Also completing the VB.net Computer programming course qualifies you with the Association of Certified IT Professionals (ACITP) Certificate in Visual Basic programming.
The ACITP is a professional organization with over 5,000 members that promotes standards of excellence in the use of Information Technology. A qualification from such an organization like this makes you stand out as a professional and can enhance your career prospects within the IT industry.
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Study Unit 1 – Windows Development Fundamentals
Introduction to the VB.NET environment
Introduction to programming fundamentals
Using variables and arrays
Using decision structures
Receiving user input
Object-orientated development
Handling errors
Database and web development
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Study Unit 2 – Windows Development
Windows forms applications
Using menus, toolbars and status bars
Providing user help and assistance
Printing output
Running background tasks
Using drag and drop techniques
Enhancing form presentation
Application deployment
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Study Unit 3 – Data Access Development
Connecting to a database and reading data
Updating data
Performing transactions
Using data wizards and tools
Reading and writing XML data
Reading and writing text and image data
Enhancing database performance
Using SQL Server features
Querying and styling XML data
At the end of each chapter of the VB.net Computer programming course you may complete an optional assignment and submit this to your tutor.
There are practice exercises at the end of each new study topic, plus six multiple choice assignments throughout the course. As well as helping to consolidate your learning, these exercises and assignments will allow you to monitor your own progress.
In addition, you will be asked to submit your assignments to your personal tutor. He or she will then be able to keep a careful eye on your progress, offer helpful feedback, and ensure you're getting the very most from your training.
The VB.net course is designed to allow you to learn at your own pace and in a logical way, with each new study topic building on the knowledge you have already gained. Most students complete the course within approximately 140 hours of study.
Note: The minimun computer hardware requirements for this course are;
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600MHz or faster processor
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192MB RAM or higher
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2GB of available hard disk space for installation
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DVD-ROM drive
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1024 x 768 or higher resolution screen
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Your operating system must be at least Windows 2000(SP4), WindowsXP(SP2), Windows 2003 or Windows Vista.
All our VB.net Computer Programming course material is written by experts. To see an example of our course material, please click on the link below.
As a Visual Basic programmer or developer your skills will be in extremely high demand. So, to repeat, expect to be in line for jobs paying £18,000 - £40,000* per annum.
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*Source: hays.com - Salary Survey 2007