2012 Prospectus Gozo Centre by David Vella

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GOZO CENTRE The MCAST Gozo Centre offers Gozitan students a selection of the courses available at the College’s ten institutes on the island of Malta. MCAST’s course provision in Gozo is intended to meet the Gozitan young people’s demand for VET opportunities close to home, as well as to meet the skills demands of the Gozitan economy. Our training is offered through two sub-centres. At the Xagħra centre, we offer courses in business and commerce and ICT. At the Xewkija Centre, we have workshops, studios and lecture rooms for our programmes in mechanical, electrical, building MCAST Xagħra Centre 132, Triq it-Tiġrija, Xagħra, Gozo XRA 2013 00356 2155 6275 00356 2156 4521 gozocentre@mcast.edu.mt MCAST Xewkija Centre Triq tal-Ħamrija, Xewkija, Gozo XWK 9034 00365 2156 4146 00356 2155 1529 gozocentre@mcast.edu.mt Director: Mr Godwin Grech

and construction engineering, as well as for courses in community services. The MCAST Pathway for Independent Living Programme is also offered at the Xewkija Centre.

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MQF Level

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Course Code

Course Title

271

12/04/01G

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Construction Engineering - Level 1*

272

12/06/01G

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Business - Level 2*

273

12/09/02G

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Care - Level 2*

274

12/05/02G

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Computing - Level 2*

275

12/04/23G

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Engineering Skills - Level 2*

277

12/09/03G

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Hairdressing - Level 2*

278

12/03/03G

Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology (C&G 2330)

279

12/09/04G Diploma in Hairdressing - Women (C&G 6902)

280

12/04/10G

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Construction

282

12/03/04G

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Engineering (Electronics)

284

12/09/06G

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Health AND Social Care

285

12/01/03G

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

287

12/05/03G

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in IT

288

12/03/05GA

Certificate in Electrical Installation /Maintenance (C&G 2330)

290

12/09/09G

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Care)

291

12/05/04G

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (Software Development)

292

12/05/05G

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (Networking and Systems Support)

295

12/06/09G

AAT Diploma in Accounting

All Levels are based on the Malta Qualifications Framework. Refer to the last page of this Prospectus for further details. Il-Livelli huma bbażati fuq il-Qafas għall-Kwalifiki ta’ Malta. Aktar dettalji jinsabu fl-aħħar paġna ta’ dan il-Prospett. * Provisionally classified at this level by the Malta Qualifications Council. Proviżorjament klassifikat f’dan il-livell mill-Kunsill Malti għall-Kwalifiki.

MCAST reserves the right to effect changes to the contents of programmes according to changing needs and circumstances. L-MCAST jirriżerva d-dritt li jagħmel tibdil fil-kontenut tal-programmi skond il-ħtieġa u ċ-ċirkostanzi.

At MCAST I acquired the required electrical installation skills and the ability to quickly adapt to the ever-changing technologies in this field. This flexibility soon became an essential requirement in my work on innovative renewable energy systems.

Shannon Vassallo, Technician at Econetique Ltd. Diploma in Electrical Installation/ Maintenance (City & Guilds 2330)

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My MCAST course did not only provide me with the required skills to work in business and commerce, but also served as the foundation stone for further studies as I eventually read for a Masters in Business Administration.

Julie-Pearl Muscat, Business Support Officer at Bank of Valletta MCAST Diploma in Banking and Financial Services

MQF LEVEL 1

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Construction Engineering - Level 1

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120401G

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: Finished Compulsory Education Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the importance of following workshop safe practices and of handling hand tools safely 2. Follow instructions to mark simple templates 3. Follow instructions to produce simple products from various materials 4. Appreciate the link between workshop practice and key skills.

The programme provides an opportunity to school leavers in possession of the School Leaving Certificate to explore the underpinning principles of common construction engineering skills.

Il-programm joffri opportunità lill-istudenti li jkollhom iċ-ċertifikat tat-Tmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja biex ikunu jistgħu jifhmu sew xi prinċipji bażiċi tal-inġinerija fil-kostruzzjoni.

The programme includes vocational practice to demonstrate the opportunities that can be followed in various sectors. This includes woodwork, plumbing, sheet-metal, bench-fitting and electrical practical exercises. By the end of the course, provided you are successful, you would have experienced and gained sufficient basic knowledge to follow any Foundation Certificate Level 2 programme offered by the Institute of Building and Construction Engineering and other Insitutes.

Il-programm jinkludi l-prattika vokazzjonali u b’hekk tkun tista’ tifhem aħjar l-opportunitajiet li jeżistu fis-setturi diversi. Hemm elementi ta’ xogħol fl-injam, plumbing, xogħol fil-metall, bench-fitting u eżerċizzji prattiċi f’xogħol talelettriku.

The course includes a significant key skills component which will help you improve your language, literacy and numeracy skills. Information Technology and Personal Development sessions are part and parcel of the key skills component.

Jekk tmur tajjeb, sa l-aħħar tal-kors tkun ħadt biżżejjed prattika u ġbart l-għarfien meħtieġ biex tkun tista’ tidħol għal kwalunkwe Foundation Certificate kors fil-Livell 2, li joffru l-Istitut tal-Bini u l-Inġinerija tal-Kostruzzjoni u Istituti oħrajn. Ikollok lezzjonijiet fil-Malti, l-Ingliż u l-Matematika. Irrispettivament mill-kors li tixtieq taqbad, dawn is-suġġetti ma tistax tgħaddi mingħajrhom. Magħhom ikollok ukoll lezzjonijiet fit-Teknoloġija tal-Informazzjoni u fil-Personal Development.

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MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Business - Level 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120601G

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Introductory Certificate or Finished Compulsory Education Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Describe basic business concepts 2. Communicate in Maltese and English in a business environment 3. Apply mathematical skills in everyday life and in business 4. Use appropriate IT skills.

The course is designed to provide an opportunity to students to follow a structured programme of study in that area which is closer to their interests, in this case, Business. The programme includes a significant amount of vocational practice that will help students to form a clear idea of the nature of the trade or vocation they intend to follow. Students opting to follow the Foundation Certificate in Business will be introduced to the world of business. They will also consolidate their knowledge of those basic subjects and skills required for them to join a variety of courses.

Il-kors jipprovdi opportunità biex inti tkun tista’ ssegwi programm strutturat ta’ studju f’qasam li l-iktar jinteressak, f’dan il-kaz, in-Negozju. Il-programm fih elementi ta’ prattika vokazzjonali li tgħinek tfassal idea ċara ta’ dak li beħsiebek tagħmel iżjed ‘il quddiem. L-istudenti li jidħlu għall-Foundation Certificate in Business jibdew jifhmu aħjar x’toffri d-dinja tan-negozju. Fl-istess ħin huma jkunu jridu jissaħħu f’dawk is-suġġetti li huma ta’ qofol għal kwalunkwe kors li joffri l-Kulleġġ.

MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Care - Level 2 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120902G

The programme provides an opportunity to school leavers in possession of the School Leaving Certificate to follow a structured programme of study in an area which is close to their interests. The programme includes vocational practice and this will help students to get a better idea of the nature of this calling. This course provides the basic skills necessary for further training. You will be required to sit for tests in Maltese, English and Mathematics. Following these tests, MCAST shall draw up a list of those who are found to require significant help in their studies. These learners will stand to benefit by joining the Foundation Course at Vocational Level 1 instead. This is a one-year course which is intended to help the students to progress to the Foundation Course at Level 2 the following year.

Il-kors jipprovdi opportunità lil dawk li spiċċaw l-iskola obbligatorja u għandhom iċ-ċertifikat tat-Tmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja biex isegwu kors fil-qasam li hu ta’ interess għalihom. Il-kors jinkludi element ta’ prattika vokazzjonali li tgħinek tifforma idea tajba tas-sengħa jew vokazzjoni li beħsiebek issegwi. Dan il-kors jipprovdi l-ħiliet bażiċi li jwasslu għal aktar taħriġ fis-settur tal-kura. Tkun trid tersaq għal testijiet fil-Malti, fl-Ingliż u fil-Matematika. Wara dawn it-testijiet, l-MCAST iħejji lista ta’ dawk li jkunu jeħtieġu aktar għajnuna biex ilaħħqu mal-istudji tagħhom. Dawn l-istudenti jidħlu għall-Foundation Course fuq il-Livell Vokazzjonali 1. Dan il-kors ta’ sena jgħinhom jgħaddu għall-Foundation Course fuq il-Livell 2 is-sena ta’ wara.

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MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Computing – Level 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120502G

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Introductory Certificate or Finished Compulsory Education Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Identify the main hardware components of a computer system 2. Carry out simple programming tasks using a high level language 3. Use several office applications in a proficient manner 4. Create simple web pages using several web design tools.

The programme is designed to allow students with a School Leaving Certificate to follow a study in the area of IT. The course includes a significant amount of vocational practice that will help students to form a clear idea of the nature of the trade or vocation of IT.

Dan il-programm iwassal biex l-istudenti, li għandhom iiċ-ċertifikat tat-Tmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja, ikunu jistgħu jaqbdu l-istudju filqasam tal-IT. Il-kors fih element tajjeb ta’ prattika vokazzjonali li għandha tgħin biex l-istudent jifforma idea ċara dwar x’titlob is-sengħa tal-IT.

Students will receive a proper understanding of the basic areas that make up Information and Communication Technology. This course is the first in a series of programmes that will prepare individuals to work within the Computing Industry.

Ikollok tagħrif siewi fuq l-oqsma bażiċi tatTeknoloġija tal-Informazzjoni u l-Komunikazzjoni. Il-kors huwa wieħed f’serje ta’ programmi li jippreparawk għax-xogħol fl-Industrija talKompjuter.

The course is a preparatory course and is not intended to prepare you for employment within the ICT Industry.

Ftakar li l-kors huwa biss wieħed ta’ preparazzjoni u waħdu ma jkunx biżżejjed biex issib impjieg fl-Industrija tal-ICT.

MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Engineering Skills – Level 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120423G

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Introductory Certificate or Finished Compulsory Education Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the basic characteristics of wood, construction, welding, fabrication, mechanical, auto and electrical fields of study 2. Interpret different types of information and ideas in terms of core skills in mathematics and science, language communication, information technology and basic technical documentation 3. Use basic hand tools effectively in a workshop environment 4. Take responsibility for completing simple assigned tasks and assignments.

The course is designed for school leavers who are in possession of a School Leaving Certificate and who wish to follow a structured programme of study in an area which is close to their interests. The programme includes elements of vocational practice that will help students to form a clear idea of the nature of the trade or vocation they intend to follow at further levels of vocational training. The course thus provides practical and theoretical aspects of a number of useful trades (Electrical, Mechanical, Welding and Fabrication, Woodwork and Construction in Stone). You will be able to gain experience in the use of tools, materials and processes relating to these trades. The course will enable you to choose and progress in one specific trade as a career.

Dan il-kors huwa maħsub għal studenti li jkollhom iċ-ċertifikat tat-Tmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja u li jkunu jixtiequ jsegwu programm ta’ studju f’xi qasam li jinteressahom. Ilprogramm jinkludi elementi ta’ taħriġ vokazzjonali li jgħinuk biex tifhem aħjar in-natura tas-sengħa li tixtieq taqbad u li tkun tista’ ssegwi f’livelli ta’ studju ogħla. Għaldaqstant, il-kors jinkludi aspetti prattiċi u teoretiċi f’għażla ta’ snajja’ utli, bħal ma huma l-Elettriku, il-Mekkanika, il-Welding u x-xogħol talħadid, ix-xogħol tal-injam kif ukoll il-bini. Tieħu esperjenza fl-użu tal-għodda, il-materjali u l-proċessi skont is-snajja’ li semmejna. Il-kors jgħinek ukoll biex tagħżel is-sengħa li tgħodd għalik u l-karriera li tixtieq taqbad.

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MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Hairdressing – Level 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120903G

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Introductory Certificate or Finished Compulsory Education Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests Applicants may be called for an Interview At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Describe basic hair and scalp structures 2. Practise proper personal care and presentation 3. Demonstrate an understanding of basic scientific principles relating to hairdressing 4. Complete a range of basic tasks required to assist a hairdresser.

The hairdressing programme provides an opportunity to school leavers in possession of the School Leaving Certificate to follow a structured programme of study in an area which is close to their interests. The programme does not only consist of vocational practice. It includes the study of key skills which will also help you to get a better idea of the nature of your preferred calling. In other words, the course provides the basic skills necessary for further training in the hairdressing trade.

Il-kors tal-hairdressing jipprovdi opportunità ta’ taħriġ fis-settur lil dawk li jkunu spiċċaw l-iskola obbligatorja u li għandhom iċ-ċertifikat tatTmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja. Il-programm ma jikkonsistix biss fi prattika vokazzjonali. Jinkludi wkoll is-suġġetti ta’ qofol li jgħinuk biex tifforma idea aħjar ta’ x’titlob issengħa li biħsiebek issegwi. Fi kliem ieħor, dan il-kors iservi ta’ bażi biex, fl-aħħar mill-aħħar, tkun tista’ timxi ‘l quddiem u titħarreġ iżjed fis-sengħa tal-hairdressing.

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MQF LEVEL 3

Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology (C&G 2330)

Awarding Body: CITY & GUILDS More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120303G

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: City & Guilds Examination Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes Compulsory: Mathematics Preferred: Physics, English, Computer Studies, Technical Design, Chemistry, Design and Technology Other entry requirements: A medical certificate for Colour Blindness must be produced before starting to attend the course. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Interpret and follow safety requirements for electrical installations 2. Interpret wiring regulations and requirements for domestic electrical installations 3. Design and implement domestic electrical installations to given requirements 4. Troubleshoot and repair existing single phase electrical installations. Career opportunities: Assistant electrician

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This is a one-year full-time programme for those interested in career progression within the electrotechnical Industry. The course contributes towards an understanding of the relevant theory and allows candidates to develop practical skills required in this field. The course is a practical programme which covers all the basics of wiring electrical installation circuits using different cables and containment. It also addresses Electrical Installation regulations. This course includes opportunities to develop one’s competences in Technical English, Maltese, Mathematics, Technical Design while supporting ICT skills.

Dan il-programm ta’ sena għandu jkun ta’ interess għal dawk li jixtiequ jaħdmu fl-industrija tal-elettroteknika. Il-kors joffri tagħlim ta’ natura teoretika kif ukoll taħriġ prattiku li hu rilevanti għas-settur. Il-programm ikopri t-tagħrif u t-taħriġ ta’ bażi talinstallazzjoni ta’ ċirkwiti elettriċi skont kif titlob is-sengħa fil-qafas tar-regolamenti tal-gvern. Il-kors jinkludi opportunitajiet biex l-istudent jiżviluppa l-ħiliet tiegħu li huma siewja kemm fir-rigward tal-lingwa teknika li jkollu bżonn jitgħallem kif ukoll fil-matematika, fid-disinn tekniku u fl-ICT.

MQF LEVEL 3

Diploma in Hairdressing – Women (C&G 6902) 3

Awarding Body: CITY & GUILDS More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120904G

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: City & Guilds Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes Preferred: English Language, Art, Home Economics, Biology, Physics and Chemistry At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Cut, style and colour different hair varieties 2. Manage a hairdressing salon reception desk 3. Manage client consultations 4. Maintain health and safety standards within a hairdressing salon. Career opportunities: Hairdresser

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This course leads to a City and Guilds Diploma (C&G 6902) which is designed for students wanting to start working in a hair salon, or who may want to work independently. The diploma provides a wide range of theoretical and practical skills in hairdressing. Such skills include shampooing, styling, massaging, cutting, colouring and perming. You will also learn to be aware of health and safety issues as well as how to manage a hairdressing reception. There is also the opportunity to practise your skills both during salon sessions at MCAST as well as on your work placement.

Dan il-kors iwassal għas-City and Guilds Diploma (C&G 6902) li tista’ twassal biex l-istudenti jibdew jaħdmu f’salon tax-xagħar, jew għal rashom. Id-diploma toffri firxa wiesgħa ta’ ħiliet teoretiċi u prattiċi fil-qasam tal-hairdressing. Dawn il-ħiliet jinkludu l-ħasil tax-xagħar, l-istil, ilmassage, il-qtugħ, iż-żebgħa u l-perm. Titgħallem dwar is-saħħa u s-sigurtà, u dwar l-informazzjoni u l-appuntamenti li tagħti lill-klijenti. Ikollok iċċans ittejjeb il-ħiliet li titlob is-sengħa tax-xagħar meta jkollok il-prattika kemm fis-salon talMCAST kif ukoll fuq postijiet tax-xogħol.

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MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Construction 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120410G

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Mathematics At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the importance of health, safety and welfare in the construction industry 2. Understand the diversity of the construction industry and the contribution to society by those who work within it 3. Apply construction drawing standards and conventions

4. Describe the methods and techniques associated with pre-construction, ground works, substructure, superstructure and building services systems of low-rise domestic buildings. Career opportunities:

• Draughts-person assistant • Land surveying assistant • Quantity surveying assistant • Joiner assistant • Mason assistant

The course consists of College based training on the various subjects related to the building and construction sector. This qualification gives you the knowledge, understanding and skills needed in this specialist area of employment and/or to continue your studies in the same, or related vocational areas such as Construction, Civil Engineering or Building Services. During the course you will be introduced to the different types of technical drawings used in the construction industry. Additionally, you will be able to apply construction drawing standards and conventions to produce sketches and professional working drawings.

F’dan il-kors, it-taħriġ isir fil-Kulleġġ stess u jipprovdi l-ħiliet meħtieġa fuq diversi fergħat li għandhom x’jaqsmu mas-settur tal-bini u l-kostruzzjoni. Din il-kwalifika ttik l-għarfien u l-ħiliet li titlob is-sengħa li biħsiebek tagħżel. Tkun tista’ wkoll tkompli tistudja, kemm jekk tissokta fl-istess linja kif ukoll jekk tagħżel xi qasam relatat, bħallKostruzzjoni, l-Inġinerija Ċivili jew il-Building Services. Matul il-kors ikollok taħriġ fuq id-diversi tipi ta’ disinn tekniku li jintuża fl-industrija tal-kostruzzjoni. Barra minn dan, tkun tista’ tapplika l-istandards u l-konvenzjonijiet tipiċi biex tipproduċi sketches u working drawings professjonali.

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MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Engineering (Electronics) 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120304G

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes Compulsory: Mathematics Preferred: Physics, English, Computer Studies, Technical Design, Chemistry, Design and Technology. Other entry requirements: A medical certificate for Colour Blindness is a necessary requirement to attend for the course. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Work safely, efficiently and effectively in the engineering workplace 2. Use mathematical concepts and principles related to electrical and mechanical sciences 3. Understand the function and operation of electrical and electronic system components 4. Install, test and configure PC hardware systems, components and software packages. Career opportunities: Assistant electronics technician Line setup technician

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The programme provides a basic work related qualification. It is also an opportunity to consider progression to higher level courses in the field of electrical and electronics engineering.

Il-programm iwassal għal kwalifika ta’ bażi li għandha rabta max-xogħol prattiku. Din hija opportunità tajba biex tikkunsidra tixtieqx tkompli tistudja l-inġinerija f’livelli ogħla.

The vocational content of the course is designed around the needs of the Electrical / Electronics Industry.

Il-kontenut vokazzjonali tal-kors jirrifletti l-ħtiġijiet tal-Industrija tal-Elettriku u l-Elettronika.

The engineering sector continues to suffer from a skills gap and needs to keep up with rapidly developing technologies. Undoubtedly, this qualification gives new entrants the underpinning knowledge and specific skills required to meet the needs of modern engineering industry.

Is-settur tal-inġinerija għadu jbati minn xi nuqqasijiet f’dawk li huma ħiliet u jeħtieġ li jkollna ħaddiema li kapaċi jlaħħqu mal-iżviluppi tal-lum. Bla dubju ta’ xejn, din il-kwalifika toffri l-għarfien kif ukoll il-ħiliet speċifiċi li teħtieġ l-industrija talinġinerija ta’ żmienna.

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MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Health and Social Care 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120906G

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Preferred: English Language, Biology, Physics and Chemistry At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand individual rights within the health and social care sectors 2. Identify individual needs within the health and social care sectors 3. Ensure safe environments for particular client groups 4. Recognise human lifespan development. Career opportunities: Health carer

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This diploma course provides the knowledge and skills required at an operational level in the care sector. The programme helps you to progress to vocational qualifications in a variety of sectors such as early childhood education, social care and health.

Dan il-kors, li jwassal għad-diploma, joffri l-għarfien u l-ħiliet prattiċi fis-settur tal-kura. Il-programm jgħinek timxi ’l quddiem fil-kwalifiki vokazzjonali f’diversi setturi, bħal ma huma l-edukazzjoni tat-tfal iż-żgħar, il-kura soċjali u s-saħħa.

You will be assigned work placements with particular client groups such as the elderly, persons with a disability and children in social care. Among other skills, you will have special sessions on moving and handling as well as infection prevention and control.

Ikollok prattika fuq il-post tax-xogħol ma’ gruppi partikulari bħal ma huma l-anzjani, il-persuni b’diżabbiltà u t-tfal li qegħdin taħt il-kura soċjali. It-taħriġ jinkludi wkoll għarfien siewi dwar sitwazzjonijiet li se tiltaqa’ magħhom, per eżempju, kif terfa’ persuna, kif ukoll tagħrif speċifiku fuq il-prevenzjoni u l-kontroll talinfezzjonijiet.

A key skills programme, among which English and Mathematics, is also offered alongside this course in order to further improve your chances of success in achieving this diploma.

Dan il-kors jinkludi wkoll taħriġ fil-ħiliet, fosthom l-Ingliż u l-Matematika, li huma ta’ qofol għallprogress fl-istudju tiegħek u għall-akkwist taddiploma.

MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Mechanical Engineering 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120103G

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes from Mathematics, Physics, Graphical Communication, Design and Technology At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Work safely and effectively in mechanical engineering fields 2. Interpret engineering related drawings and diagrams 3. Perform basic machining and fabrication processes 4. Apply mechanical and electrical principles to address basic mechanical engineering problems. Career opportunities: Engineering Apprentice Handyman Fitter

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This MCAST-BTEC programme is your first step in the BTEC system to embark on an engineering career. This course provides a practical, work related course. Learning takes place by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands.

Dan il-programm tal-MCAST-BTEC huwa l-ewwel pass fis-sistema tal-BTEC li jaf iwasslek biex taqbad karriera fl-inġinerija. Il-kors huwa wieħed prattiku u rilevanti għad-dinja tax-xogħol. Titgħallem billi taħdem fuq proġetti u eżerċizzi li għandhom rabta sħiħa ma’ sitwazzjonijiet, attivitajiet u ħtiġijiet realistiċi.

It covers the basic knowledge and practical skills, providing a good foundation for future career opportunities in engineering. You will be exposed to a wide knowledge in related subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering Drawing and Information Technology.

Il-programm jittratta dwar l-għarfien bażiku u l-ħiliet prattiċi, u joffrilek bidu siewi għal numru ta’ karrieri fis-settur tal-inġinerija. Ikollok l-opportunità ttejjeb il-ħiliet tiegħek fis-suġġetti relatati bħalma huma l-Matematika, il-Fiżika, idDisinn Tekniku u t-Teknoloġija tal-Informazzjoni.

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MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in IT 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120503G

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes Compulsory: Mathematics Preferred: English Language and one subject from Computing, Physics, Accounting and Business Studies At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the fundamentals of computer hardware 2. Understand the fundamentals of communication and networks 3. Use multimedia graphic applications 4. Make use of basic techniques of programming and software development.

This course is the first step in a block of a threeyear training programme, designed to provide the necessary skills to work in the Computing Industry.

Dan il-kors huwa l-ewwel tarġa f’sensiela ta’ programmi ta’ tliet snin. Il-programm joffrilek għadd ta’ ħiliet li tkun teħtieġ biex tibda taħdem fl-Industrija tal-Kompjuter.

At this level of study, you will be introduced to fundamental subjects in both the networking and the software development areas. You will also be given the opportunity to upgrade your key skills.

F’dan il-livell ta’ studju, titgħallem is-suġġetti ta’ qofol kemm fil-qasam tan-networking kif ukoll f’dak tal-iżvilupp tas-software.

The course is a pre-requisite for the follow up two-year Level 4 Extended Diploma programme, which we strongly recommend if you intend to embark on a career in IT.

Jeħtieġ li tgħaddi minn dan il-kors jekk tixtieq li titla’ tarġa oħra u tkompli tistudja fuq l-Extended Diploma, programm ta’ sentejn tal-Livell 4. Dan aħna nirrakkomandawh jekk inti biħsiebek tidħol għal karriera fl-Industrija tal-IT.

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12/05/03G

12/03/05GA

MQF LEVEL 4

Certificate in Electrical Installation / Maintenance (C&G 2330)

Awarding Body: CITY & GUILDS More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120305GA

Course Duration: 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: C&G Examination Fees Entry Requirements: Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology (C&G 2330) Other entry requirements: A medical certificate for Colour Blindness is a necessary requirement to attend for the course. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand electrical principles as applied to domestic and industrial installations 2. Interpret and follow safety requirements for domestic and industrial installations 3. Design and implement domestic and industrial electrical installations according to regulations 4. Troubleshoot and repair domestic and industrial electrical installations and equipment. Career opportunities:

• Electrician

The course provides opportunities for students to acquire accreditation in more advanced areas of electrical installations and maintenance. It provides progression from the C&G 2330 Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology course and has been carefully designed and structured to integrate practical skills with the related technology. This will enhance the candidate’s knowledge and skills to a higher stage into the electrical installation industry. The course will provide an understanding of the regulations and health and safety requirements governing electrical installation processes. You will also gain knowledge of the organisation and structure of the industry within which these activities are carried out. At the end of the first year of studies, you will be expected to sit for the Wireman’s Licence ‘A’ examinations. Successful students will gain knowledge and experience in a domestic and an industrial electrical installation environment.

Il-kors joffri opportunitajiet biex l-istudenti jiksbu ċertifikazzjoni f’oqsma avvanzati tal-installazzjoni u l-manutenzjoni elettrika. Il-programm, li jittratta t-teorija kif ukoll il-prattika tas-settur, jibni fuq iċĊertifikat fit-Teknologija Elettroteknika tas-C&G 2330. Permezz ta’ din l-integrazzjoni, l-istudenti jkabbru l-għarfien u l-ħiliet tagħhom u jkunu jistgħu jidħlu għal xogħol ta’ installazzjoni li jitlob ċertu impenn. Il-kors joffrilek tagħrif siewi dwar ir-regolamenti tas-saħħa u s-sigurtà f’dak li hu xogħol marbut mal-installazzjoni elettrika. Ikollok għarfien aħjar tal-organizzazzjoni u l-istrutturi tal-industrija li fiha jsir dan it-tip ta’ xogħol. Lejn l-aħħar tal-ewwel sena tal-istudju, inti tersaq għall-eżamijiet tal-Wireman’s Licence ‘A’. L-istudenti li jmorru tajjeb ikollhom għarfien u esperjenza ta’ xogħol tal-installazzjoni kemm f’ambjent domestiku kif ukoll f’ambjent industrijali.

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12/09/09G

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Care)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120909G

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Health and Social Care At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Provide a safe environment for adults and children 2. Deal with challenging behaviour 3. Use effective communication in health and social care settings 4. Use technology in health and social care settings. Career opportunities: Senior care worker

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The MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Care) has been developed to prepare learners to work in carerelated careers in a professional capacity.

L-MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Care) għandha l-għan li tiżviluppalek dawk il-ħiliet prattiċi li teħtieġ biex taħdem fil-qasam tal-kura b’mod professjonali.

It provides a holistic approach in that the subjects covered are sociology, psychology, communication studies, human biology and law. It equips you with the skills and knowledge which are of utmost importance in the care sector.

Il-programm huwa wieħed komprensiv u jiġbor fih numru ta’ suġġetti, jiġifieri, is-soċjoloġija, il-psikoloġija, l-istudji tal-komunikazzjoni, il-bioloġija umana u l-liġi. Il-kors irawwem fik il-ħiliet u l-għarfien li teħtieġ biex tkun tista’ taħdem fis-settur tal-kura.

This qualification prepares you for employment in care homes, in the fields of community work, in the voluntary sector and in homes for the elderly as senior care workers.

Din il-kwalifika tippreparak għall-impjieg fid-djar tal-kura, fl-oqsma tax-xogħol fil-komunità, fissettur tal-volontarjat u fid-djar tal-anzjani bħala senior care worker.

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (Software Development)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120504G

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in IT or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Mathematics and Computer Studies Preferred: English Language and one subject from Physics, Accounting and Business Studies At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Design, implement and administer midsized computer networks 2. Assemble and troubleshoot computer hardware 3. Apply modern technologies in software development 4. Develop and maintain websites with interactive multimedia content. Career opportunities:

• Software tester • Programmer • Programme developer • Systems analyst

This intensive course aims to take further the knowledge and training you received at Level 3. It also provides you with the required skills to work in the IT Industry.

Dan il-kors intensiv għandu l-għan li jtejjiblek l-għarfien u t-taħriġ li tkun ħadt fil-kors tal-Livell 3. Jagħtik ukoll il-ħiliet meħtieġa biex tkun tista’ taħdem fl-industrija tal-IT.

In the second year of the course, you will specialize in Software Development. You will study those subjects which are relevant to the needs of Industry.

Fit-tieni sena tal-kors, tkun tista’ tispeċjalizza fisSoftware Develpment. Tistudja dawk is-suġġetti li huma rilevanti għall-ħtiġijiet tal-Industrija.

It is important to point out that you should only apply for this course if you have already successfully met the necessary entry prerequisites in order to be able to progress and complete the course successfully.

Importanti niġbdu l-attenzjoni li biex tkun tista’ tlaħħaq mal-istudju fuq dan il-kors, inti trid tkun ġa ssodisfajt ir-rekwiżiti stabbiliti għax b’hekk biss tkun kapaċi timxi ‘l quddiem u ttemm ilprogramm b’suċċess.

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12/05/04G

12/05/05G

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (Networking and Systems Support)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120505G

• Computer technician • Network administrator • Help desk and systems support technician

This intensive course aims to take further the knowledge and training received at Level 3 and to provide students with the required skills to work in the IT Industry. In the second year of the course, students will specialise in Networking and ICT Support. You will study subjects that are relevant to the needs of industry.

Dan il-kors intensiv għandu l-għan li jtejjeb l-għarfien u t-taħriġ li l-istudent ikun ħa fil-Livell 3 u jħejjik aħjar biex tkun tista’ taħdem flIndustrija tal-IT. Fit-tieni sena tal-kors, l-istudenti jispeċjalizzaw fin-Networking u fl-ICT Support. Tistudja suġġetti li huma rilevanti għall-ħtiġijiet tal-industrija.

Importanti niġbdu l-attenzjoni li biex tkun tista’ tlaħħaq mal-istudju fuq dan il-kors, inti trid tkun diġà ssodisfajt ir-rekwiżiti stabbiliti, għax b’hekk biss tkun kapaċi timxi ‘l quddiem u ttemm ilprogramm b’suċċess.

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AAT Diploma in Accounting

Awarding Body: Association of Accounting Technicians (UK) More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120609G

Course Duration: 3 years full-time (1 year fulltime (Certificate) + 2 years full-time (Advanced Certificate and Diploma)) Fees: AAT Registration Fees Entry Requirements: 4 SEC/O-Level passes At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Apply finance administration skills such as double entry bookkeeping, basic costing principles, and purchase, sales and general ledgers 2. Understand the processes and acquire the skills necessary to carry out the role of a finance officer 3. Lead a finance team 4. Apply the appropriate professional ethics required in the accounting environment. Career opportunities: Accounts administrator Accounts executive Accounting technicians Audit assistant Credit management officer Senior accounts clerk

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This course is intended for students who wish to work in the accounting and financial sectors. It provides you with the necessary academic and practical knowledge and skills to seriously consider a career in these sectors.

Il-kors maħsub għal dawk l-istudenti li jixtiequ jaħdmu fis-setturi tal-accounts u l-finanzi. Ilprogramm joffrilek l-għarfien u l-kompetenzi li teħtieġ biex tkun tista’ tikkunsidra taqbadx karriera f’dawn is-setturi.

You will learn how to carry out a range of technical accountancy tasks such as management accounting skills for evaluating budgeting and performance and preparation of final accounts. You will be prepared to act as specialist support staff for employment in Accounting and Finance.

Titgħallem dwar għażla ta’ xogħlijiet ta’ natura teknika bħal ma huma l-kompetenzi maniġerjali tal-accounting li jwassluk biex tkun kapaċi tevalwa sitwazzjonijiet li jitolbu budgeting u t-tħejjija ta’ accounts finali.

Successful students will be qualified to carry out accounting or financial duties in the offices of practising accountants and in industrial and commercial organisations depending on the level of studies and the competences they manage to assimilate.

Dawk l-istudenti li jmorru tajjeb fil-kors ikunu kwalifikati biex jidħlu għal xogħol fl-accounting u l-finanzi f’uffiċini ta’ dan is-settur kif ukoll f’organizzazzjonijiet industrijali u kummerċjali. Dan skont il-livell ta’ studju u l-kompetenzi li jirnexxilhom jakkwistaw.

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MQF LEVEL 5

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