Solution designers at Master level oversee the bigger picture of business, market and technology. They creatively develop innovative solutions, incorporating latest trends and technologies if necessary and applicable. They combine a strategic vision with optimisation of resources. They have an overview of different processes and projects and may initiate, plan and coordinate these processes and projects.
Solution Designer EQF 7
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.
Target group:
University students interested in advanced tech studies and professionals seeking upskilling/reskilling opportunities
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Learning material for Solution Designer EQF 7
Full Learning Programme Executive Summary
This course is being designed by Hellenic Open University (EL). The Curriculum for Solution Designer (EQF Level 7) is tailored to university students interested in advanced tech studies and professionals seeking upskilling/reskilling opportunities. The curriculum is comprised of 7 Learning Units each one corresponding to 1 ECTCS. The program blends theory and practical application to bridge the skill gap in the dynamic IT industry. The curriculum leverages a blended learning model, combining the presence classroom, virtual classroom, and e-learning methods. These are complemented by work placement opportunities, allowing students to gain real-world experience in designing software solutions. Taking into consideration the localisation aspects, the program pays special attention to the specific technology maturity level. This ensures that graduates are not only versed in the latest technologies but also understand their implementation within the local tech ecosystem and regulatory framework.
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PLO 1. Needs identification [e-4]
| Learning unit | Topic | Title of learning material | Learning material file |
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| LU 1.1 Solution Architects in Organizations | Solution Architects in Organizations | LU 1.1 Solution Architects in Organizations_lesson.docx | Download material |
| LU 1.2 Attributes of the Solution Architecture | Attributes of the Solution Architecture | LU 1.2 Attributes of the Solution Architecture_lesson.docx | Download material |
| LU 1.2 Attributes of the Solution Architecture | Attributes of the Solution Architecture additional resources | LU 1.2 Attributes of the Solution Architecture_additional resources.docx | Download material |
| LU 1.2 Attributes of the Solution Architecture | Attributes of the Solution Architecture questions | LU 1.2 Attributes of the Solution Architecture_questions.docx | Download material |
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PLO 2. Architecture Design [e-4]
| Learning unit | Topic | Title of learning material | Learning material file |
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| LU 2.1 Principles of Solution Architecture Design | Basics of Solution Architecture Design | LU 2.1 Basics of Solution Architecture Design lesson.pptx | Download material |
| LU 2.1 Principles of Solution Architecture Design | Principles of Solution Architecture Design | LU 2.1 Principles of Solution Architecture Design_lesson.docx | Download material |
| LU 2.2 Cloud Migration and Hybrid Cloud Architecture Design | Cloud Migration and Hybrid Cloud Architecture Design | LU 2.2 Cloud Migration and Hybrid Cloud Architecture Design_lesson.docx | Download material |
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PLO 3. Innovating [e-4]
| Learning unit | Topic | Title of learning material | Learning material file |
|---|---|---|---|
| LU 3.1 Solution Architecture Design Patterns | Solution Architecture Design Patterns | LU 3.1 Solution Architecture Design Patterns_lesson.docx | Download material |
| LU 3.2 Performance Considerations | Performance Considerations_lesson | LU 3.2 Performance Considerations lesson.docx | Download material |
| LU 3.2 Performance Considerations | Performance Considerations_Additional resources | LU 3.2 Performance Considerations_Additional resources.docx | Download material |
| LU 3.2 Performance Considerations | Performance Considerations_questions | LU 3.2 Performance Considerations _questions.docx | Download material |
| LU 3.3 Security Considerations | Security Considerations | LU 3.3 Security Considerations _lesson.docx | Download material |
| LU 3.3 Security Considerations | Security Considerations questions | LU 3.3 Security Considerations _questions.docx | Download material |
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PLO 4. Profession related competences [EQF7]
| Learning unit | Topic | Title of learning material | Learning material file |
|---|---|---|---|
| LU 4.1 Security Considerations | Security Considerations | LU 4.1 Security Considerations lesson.docx | Download material |
| LU 4.2 Cost Considerations | Introduction to Costs | LU 4.2 Introduction to Costs _ lesson.pptx | Download material |
| LU 4.2 Cost Considerations | Cost Considerations | LU 4.2 Cost Considerations _lesson.docx | Download material |
| LU 4.2 Cost Considerations | Cost Considerations project | LU 4.2 Cost Considerations _project.docx | Download material |
| LU 4.2 Cost Considerations | Cost Considerations questions | LU 4.2 Cost Considerations _questions.docx | Download material |
| LU 4.2 Cost Considerations | Cost Considerations video resources | LU 4.2 Cost Considerations _video resources.docx | Download material |
| LU 4.3 Solution Architecture Document | Solution Architecture Document | LU 4.3 Solution Architecture Document_lesson.docx | Download material |
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PLO 5. Soft competences [EQF7]
| Learning unit | Topic | Title of learning material | Learning material file |
|---|---|---|---|
| LU 5.1 Learning Soft Skills to Become a Better Solution Architect | Basics of Solution Architecture | LU 5.1 Basics of Solution architecture_lesson.pptx | Download material |
| LU 5.1 Learning Soft Skills to Become a Better Solution Architect | Solution Architect Skills | LU 5.1 Solution Architect Skills _lesson.docx | Download material |
| LU 5.1 Learning Soft Skills to Become a Better Solution Architect | Solution Architect Skills project | LU 5.1 Solution Architect Skills _project.docx | Download material |
| LU 5.1 Learning Soft Skills to Become a Better Solution Architect | Solution Architect Skills Video respurces | LU 5.1 Solution Architect Skills _video resources.docx | Download material |
| LU 5.1 Learning Soft Skills to Become a Better Solution Architect | Solution Architect Skills questions | LU 5.1 Solution Architect Skills _questions.docx | Download material |
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PLO 6. Functioning in organisation [EQF7]
| Learning unit | Topic | Title of learning material | Learning material file |
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| LU 6.1 Data Engineering for Solution Architecture | Data Engineering | LU 6.1 Data Engineering _lesson.pptx | Download material |
| LU 6.1 Data Engineering for Solution Architecture | Data Engineering for Solution Architecture | LU 6.1 Data Engineering for Solution Architecture _lesson.docx | Download material |
| LU 6.1 Data Engineering for Solution Architecture | Data Engineering for Solution Architecture project | LU 6.1 Data Engineering for Solution Architecture _project.docx | Download material |
| LU 6.1 Data Engineering for Solution Architecture | Data Engineering for Solution Architecture questions | LU 6.1 Data Engineering for Solution Architecture _questions.docx | Download material |
| LU 6.1 Data Engineering for Solution Architecture | Data Engineering video resources | LU 6.1 Data Engineering _video resources.docx | Download material |
| LU 6.2 Rearchitecting Legacy Systems | Legacy Systems | LU 6.2 Legacy Systems _lesson.pptx | Download material |
| LU 6.2 Rearchitecting Legacy Systems | Rearchitecting Legacy Systems | LU 6.2 Rearchitecting Legacy Systems _lesson.docx | Download material |
| LU 6.2 Rearchitecting Legacy Systems | Rearchitecting Legacy Systems video resources | LU 6.2 Rearchitecting Legacy Systems _video resources.docx | Download material |
| LU 6.2 Rearchitecting Legacy Systems | Rearchitecting Legacy Systems project | LU 6.2 Rearchitecting Legacy Systems _project.docx | Download material |
| LU 6.2 Rearchitecting Legacy Systems | Rearchitecting Legacy Systems questions | LU 6.2 Rearchitecting Legacy Systems _questions.docx | Download material |
| LU 6.3 Solution Architecture Document | Solution Architecture Document | LU 6.3 Solution Architecture Document lesson.pptx | Download material |
| LU 6.3 Solution Architecture Document | Solution Architecture Document video resources | LU 6.3 Solution Architecture Document _video resources.docx | Download material |
| LU 6.3 Solution Architecture Document | Solution Architecture Document project | LU 6.3 Solution Architecture Document _project.docx | Download material |
| LU 6.3 Solution Architecture Document | Solution Architecture Document questions | LU 6.3 Solution Architecture Document _questions.docx | Download material |
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EXTRA CURRICULAR PLO: New Technology [EQF7]
| Learning unit | Topic | Title of learning material | Learning material file |
|---|---|---|---|
| LU 0.1 Architectural Reliability Considerations | Architectural Reliability | LU 0.1 Architectural Reliability_lesson.pptx | Download material |
| LU 0.1 Architectural Reliability Considerations | Architectural Reliability Considerations | LU 0.1 Architectural Reliability Considerations _lesson.docx | Download material |
| LU 0.1 Architectural Reliability Considerations | Architectural Reliability Considerations video resources | LU 0.1 Architectural Reliability Considerations video resources.docx | Download material |
| LU 0.1 Architectural Reliability Considerations | Architectural Reliability Considerations project | LU 0.1 Architectural Reliability Considerations _project.docx | Download material |
| LU 0.1 Architectural Reliability Considerations | Architectural Reliability Considerations questions | LU 0.1 Architectural Reliability Considerations _questions.docx | Download material |
| LU 0.2 Operational Excellence Considerations | Operational Excellence | LU 0.2 Operational Excellence_lesson.pptx | Download material |
| LU 0.2 Operational Excellence Considerations | Operational Excellence Considerations | LU 0.2 Operational Excellence Considerations _lesson.docx | Download material |
| LU 0.2 Operational Excellence Considerations | Operational Excellence Considerations lesson video resources | LU 0.2 Operational Excellence Considerations_video resources.docx | Download material |
| LU 0.2 Operational Excellence Considerations | Operational Excellence Considerations project | LU 0.2 Operational Excellence Considerations _project.docx | Download material |
| LU 0.2 Operational Excellence Considerations | Operational Excellence Considerations questions | LU 0.2 Operational Excellence Considerations _questions.docx | Download material |