Junior developers support all aspects of software development processes: development, testing, implementing, and maintaining of basic software solutions. They master the codebase, attend design meetings, write basic code, and fix bugs. They have an inquiring attitude, oversee the coherence, and work in a structured manner within clear boundaries.
Developer EQF 4/5
This educational profile belongs to the field of Software Engineering and is covered by relevant references
in EN 16234-1:2019 (e-CF) and ISO/IEC/IEEE 90003:2018.
Educational profile:
Developer EQF 4/5
Learning material for Developer EQF 4/5
Full Learning Programme Executive Summary
The Learning Programme is being designed by Digital Technology Skills Limited (IE).
The Junior Developer Course, a 22-week programme, crafted for employed professionals looking to reskill and pursue a career in software development. Delivered by an experienced academic, this course can seamlessly integrate online learning with in-person sessions at a university campus or other training location.
The programme is structured into seven learning units, each carefully designed to provide a comprehensive foundation in software development. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in both collaborative group work and guided individual learning, ensuring a well-rounded and tailored educational experience.
This 22-week program, led by an academic professor, is tailored for entry-level junior developers. It serves as an accelerated pathway for employed individuals seeking to reskill for a career in software development or enhance their existing roles with valuable software development skills. The program focuses on providing a comprehensive foundation in coding and design, equipping participants with the expertise needed in the dynamic field of software development.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and be employed
Applicants must be Irish or EU/EEA nationals and must be resident in the Republic of Ireland
Targeted Institutions: Higher Education and VET providers.
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PLO 1. Application Design [e-2]
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PLO 2. Application Development [e-2]
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PLO 3. Component Integration [e-2]
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PLO 4. Testing [e-2]
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PLO 5. Documentation Production [e-2]
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PLO 6. Problem Management [e-2]
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PLO 7. Profession related competence, PLO 8. Soft Competencies & PLO 9 Functioning in the Organisation [EQF 5]
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PLO 1. Application Design [e-2]
Learning unit | Topic | Title of learning material | Learning material file |
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LU 1.1 Application Design | Application Design Lesson.pptx | LU 1.1 Application Design Lesson.pptx | Download material |
LU 1.1 Application Design | Application Design Exercise | LU 1.1 Application Design Exercise.pptx | Download material |
LU 1.1 Application Design | Application Reading Materials & Supports | LU 1.1 Application Design Recommended Reading.pdf | Download material |
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PLO 2. Application Development [e-2]
Learning unit | Topic | Title of learning material | Learning material file |
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LU 2.1 Basics of Programming Agile Development | Basics of Programming Agile Development | LU 2.1 Agile Development_Lesson.pptx | Download material |
LU 2.2 Basics of Programming Agile Development Methodologies, Scrum | Basics of Programming Agile Development Methodologies, Scrum | LU 2.2 Agile Development Methodologies, Scrum_Lesson.pptx | Download material |
LU 2.3 Application Development HTML5 | HTML5_Lesson | LU 2.3 HTML5_Lesson.pptx | Download material |
LU 2.3 Application Development HTML5 | HTML5_ Exercises | LU 2.3 HTML5_Exercises.pptx | Download material |
LU 2.4 Application Development Javascript Fundamentals | Javascript Fundamentals_Lesson | LU 2.4 Javascript_Lesson.pptx | Download material |
LU 2.4 Application Development Javascript Fundamentals | Javascript Fundamentals_Exercises | LU 2.4 Javascript_Exercises.pptx | Download material |
LU 2.5 Application Development PHP | PHP_Lesson | LU 2.5 PHP_Lesson.pptx | Download material |
LU 2.5 Application Development PHP | PHP_Exercises | LU 2.5 PHP_Exercises.pptx | Download material |
LU 2.6 Application Development MySQL | MySQL_Lesson | LU 2.6 MySQL_Lesson.pptx | Download material |
LU 2.6 Application Development MySQL | MySQL_Exercises | LU 2.6 MySQL_Exercises.pptx | Download material |
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PLO 3. Component Integration [e-2]
Learning unit | Topic | Title of learning material | Learning material file |
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LU 3.1 Component Integration | Software Integration- Lesson | LU3.1 Software Integration Lesson.pptx | Download material |
LU 3.1 Component Integration | Software Integration- Exercises | LU3.1 Software Integration Exercise.pptx | Download material |
LU 3.1 Component Integration | Component Integration - Reading Materials & Supports | LU3.1 Component Integration Recommended Reading.pdf | Download material |
LU 3.2 Component Integration Installation & Configuration of Software Components | Installation and Configuration of Software Components Lesson | LU3.2 Installation and Configuration of Software Components_Lesson.pptx | Download material |
LU 3.2 Component Integration Installation & Configuration of Software Components | Installation and Configuration of Software Components Exercise | LU3.2 Installation and Configuration of Software Components_Exercise.pptx | Download material |
LU 3.2 Component Integration Installation & Configuration of Software Components | Component Integration - Reading Materials & Supports: | LU 3.2 Component Integration Recommended Reading.pdf | Download material |
LU 3.3 Component Integration : Monitoring & Testing of Software Systems | Monitoring & Testing the Connectivity of Software Systems - Lesson | LU 3.3 Monitoring & Testing the Connectivity of Software Systems - Lesson.pptx | Download material |
LU 3.3 Component Integration : Monitoring & Testing of Software Systems | Reading material & Other Supports | LU 3.3 Component Integration _Recommended Reading.pdf | Download material |
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PLO 4. Testing [e-2]
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4.1 Testing -Software Testing | Software Testing Lesson | LU 4.1 Software Testing Lesson.pptx | Download material |
4.1 Testing -Software Testing | Software Testing Exercise | LU 4.1 Software Testing Exercise.pptx | Download material |
4.1 Testing -Software Testing | Reading materials & Support | LU 4.1 Software Testing Recommended Reading.pdf | Download material |
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PLO 5. Documentation Production [e-2]
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5.1 Documentation Production Software Documentation | Documentation Production_Lesson | LU 5.1 Documentation Production Lesson.pptx | Download material |
5.1 Documentation Production Software Documentation | Documentation Production _Excercise | LU 5.1 Documentation Production Excercise.pptx | Download material |
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PLO 6. Problem Management [e-2]
Learning unit | Topic | Title of learning material | Learning material file |
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6.1 Problem Management | Problem Solving and Escalation | LU 6.1 Problem Solving and Escalation_Lesson.pptx | Download material |
6.1 Problem Management | Problem Management Case_Study.docx | LU 6.1 Problem Management Case_Study.pdf | Download material |
6.1 Problem Management | Problem Management Exercise.docx | LU 6.1 Problem Management Exercise.pdf | Download material |
6.1 Problem Management | Reading material & Other Supports | LU 6.1 Problem Management Recommended Reading.pdf | Download material |
6.2 New Technologies | New Technologies in the Software Industry | LU 6.2 New Technologies in the Software Industry_Lesson.pptx | Download material |
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PLO 7. Profession related competence, PLO 8. Soft Competencies & PLO 9 Functioning in the Organisation [EQF 5]
Learning unit | Topic | Title of learning material | Learning material file |
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LU7.1 Professional Competencies | Professional and Soft Competencies & Functioning in the Organisation_Lesson | LU7.1 Professional Competencies Lesson.pptx | Download material |
LU7.1 Professional Competencies | Professional and Soft Competencies & Functioning in the Organisation_Exercise | LU7.1 Professional Competencies Exercise.pdf | Download material |