Microsoft Visual Basic Programming

MCTS Windows Applications Development with Microsoft .NET Framework 4

Course Details

Grow to be a proficient computer programmer and get complete training in the latest version of Visual Basic.

This is the ideal opportunity to earn top money and enjoy a new career building the next generation of Microsoft Windows and Web applications.

The Visual Basic Computer Programming course is designed to provide you with all the skills required for a fantastic future as a qualified VB .NET computer programmer.  Whilst a foundation in programming would be useful, it’s not essential.  The course gives you a thorough introduction to programming concepts.  Doing the VB programming course is the perfect way to learn one of the easiest and most well liked programming languages around.

The MCTS (Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist) course will allow you to study at your own pace and give you the opportunity to continually assess your progress via a series of lessons that cover each exam objective.  As you progress though the course you will be able to apply your newly acquired skills in the practice exercises.  At the end of your training you will then be able to sit 1 online exam at a local test centre and successful completion of your exams will see you credited with the MCTS Windows Applications Development with Microsoft .NET Framework 4 qualification.

Note: All the latest VB .NET Computer programming software is provided with this course.

Qualifications

At the end of the course you should be able to sit and pass the subsequent exam:

• Exam 70-511 TS: Windows Applications Development with Microsoft .NET Framework 4

The qualification is industry standard and is recognized all over the world.Not only will it be an addition to your CV, it will also confirm your abilities as a VB .NET Computer Programmer and allow you to show your skills in building applications.Successful completion of the course and exam will see you registered as a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist in Visual Basic programming.

Microsoft is a pioneering business that looks to the future for ground-breaking advances and breakthroughs.  Microsoft continually push the boundaries for state of the art technologies that benefit everyone and are a highly respected body.  Your Microsoft Visual Basic qualification will assist you in becoming a piece of the future and will speak volumes about your commitment to your self development.

Study Plan

• Receiving user input
• Object-orientated development
• Handling errors
• Database and web development
• Introduction to the VB.NET environment
• Introduction to programming fundamentals
• Using variables and arrays
• Using decision structures
• Running background tasks
• Using drag and drop techniques
• Enhancing form presentation
• Application deployment
• Windows forms applications
• Using menus, toolbars and status bars
• Providing user help and assistance
• Printing output
• Reading and writing XML data
• Reading and writing text and image data
• Enhancing database performance
• Using SQL Server features
• Querying and styling XML data
• Connecting to a database and reading data
• Updating data
• Performing transactions
• Using data wizards and tools

Study Details

The course has been designed in a logical order so not only can you learn at a pace comfortable to you but so you can build on the knowledge you have already gained when you move onto the next topic.

At the end of each topic there will be exercises to practice what you have learnt plus a six assignments during the course.

The exercises and assignments are an ideal chance for you to monitor your progress.

By completing the assignments and sending them to your personal tutor you will be given helpful feedback, given professional guidance and get the most from your course.

The duration of the course should amount to approximately 120 hours of study time.

Note: The minimum computer hardware requirements for this course are;

 

• DVD-ROM drive 1024 x 768 or higher resolution screen
• Your operating system must be at least Windows 2000(SP4), WindowsXP(SP2), Windows 2003 or Windows Vista
• 600MHz or faster processor
• 192MB RAM or higher
• 2GB of available hard disk space for installation

Careers

Skills of a Visual Basic programmer or developer are in very high demand so not only are your job prospects fantastic but you can expect to earn up to £37,500* per annum.

*Source: IT Jobs Watch - May 2011

Other example roles include:

Engineer                                              VB Developer
£37,500                                                  £35,000
Source: IT Jobs Watch                          Source: IT Jobs Watch