Course Overview

Domain
Infocomm Technology
Format
Micro‑credential Course
Duration
3+ months
Fee Subsidy
Up to 90% SF Funding

This specialised micro-credential immerses learners in the world of modern software development, design documentation and frameworks, including designing and developing a full stack secured software solution, as well as integrating various Agile and Lean User Experience (UX) practices.

In today's fast-paced and dynamic business environment, change is constant. Most organisations aim to produce valuable and usable software in shorter cycles, involving customers and stakeholders throughout the development process. Through continuous improvement via an iterative development approach, this reduces the risk of project failure while ensuring faster time to market. This also ensures that the end product addresses real user needs, leading to higher customer satisfaction and better outcomes.

In this course, you will learn to apply the values and principles of Agile, as well as philosophies and practices of DevOps and software development frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban. You will gain competencies in incorporating UX practices and research in an agile software development environment to aid in the design and development of usable digital solutions.

In the area of designing and developing a full stack secured software solution, you will examine modern concepts in web technologies that form the fundamental building blocks of front-end and back-end applications. You will design software/application structures and document concepts, translating requirements into software design structures for implementation. Thereafter, learn to build an end-to-end secure web application that provides a seamless online experience to users.

Lastly, you will distil and demonstrate the attained competencies in an actual project, working in teams to design and develop a usable digital solution over sprints.

Integrating online and in-person delivery, the micro-credential offers various learning activities such as laboratory sessions, online consultations, and a proctored exam. Upon completion, learners may directly sit for the Professional Scrum Master (PSM1) certification.

This micro-credential is part of the CSM Pathway in Applied Computing.

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Who Should Attend

The micro-credential prepares learners for the following job roles:

  • Software Engineers
  • DevOps Engineers
  • UX Engineers
  • Web Developers
Assumed Prior Knowledge

A well-prepared learner should come with, at minimum, basic familiarity, knowledge and skills in Object-Oriented Programming (e.g. C++, C#, Java, Python), and web development.

What You Will Learn

This micro-credential is predominantly delivered through a competency-based education (CBE) approach where learners acquire and demonstrate mastery of knowledge and skills that are directly relevant to job functions. This prepares them to be industry-ready where they can apply their newly acquired competencies to their work.

List of Competency Units

Code Competency Unit Title Credits
ICT2503C Agile Development, DevOps and Lean UX Research 9
ICT2504C Full Stack Secured Development 3
ICT2505C Agile Development Capstone Project 6

The above are competency units that constitute this micro-credential. Upon completion of the micro-credential, you will be able to:

  • Elevate the user experience of digital solutions through the understanding of user, established design principles, patterns, and trends
  • Conduct UX testing and/or usability testing to enhance user experience of digital solutions
  • Lead Agile software development processes and integrate Lean UX practices for digital solutioning
  • Design and implement a modern software testing strategy that delivers secure software efficiently

Coaching for Success

During the course, you will have access to a team of qualified success coaches who can work with you on learning strategies or to develop a personalised learning plan. Through the success coaches, you can gain access to a wide range of resources and support services, and be empowered with the necessary tools to navigate your learning journey successfully.

Teaching Team

Alex Q. Chen
Alex Q. Chen

Assistant Professor, Infocomm Technology, Singapore Institute of Technology

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Eunice Ang
Eunice Ang

Senior Lecturer, Nanyang Polytechnic

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Schedule

Week Learning Activity Delivery, Location and Time
1 – 11 Self-directed learning Asynchronous Online
1 – 13 Consultations Synchronous Online
14

Poster presentation

 In-person
SIT@Dover Campus
9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Certificate and Assessment

A Specialist Certificate in Modern Software Engineering Practices will be issued to learners who:

  • Attend at least 75% of the course and
  • Undertake and pass all credit bearing assessments
Assessment Plan

The learner will undertake a combination of tests, practical tests, assignments, written assessments (e.g. reports), and presentations during the course.

Fee Structure

The full fee for this course is S$9,868.86.

Category After SF Funding
Singapore Citizen (Below 40) S$2,960.66
Singapore Citizen (40 & Above) S$1,149.86
Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holder S$2,960.66
Non-Singapore Citizen S$9,868.86 (No Funding)


Note:

  • A one-time, non-refundable matriculation fee of $54.50 will be collected before course commencement.
  • All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
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