Professional Certificate in Mobile Enterprise Applications
This course offers mobile technology comprising three components: Android Application Development, Enterprise Server Techniques for Mobile Applications, and iOS Application Development.
For the Android Application Development, it covers the basics of programming skills for Android, as well as app debugging and user interface design. We'll explore standard UI components and event handling for user inputs. Additionally, we'll cover data storage, including the manipulation of the file system and working with databases. We'll also touch upon location-based services, including the utilization of location services. Furthermore, we'll discuss advanced application components such as services and notifications. Lastly, we'll explore network and communication aspects, such as pairing with common data interchange formats. Finally, we'll touch upon the process of submitting applications to the Android Market.
The Enterprise Server Technique for Mobile Application encompasses the installation and setup of the web server, as well as the development of the mobile website. This process involves utilizing client-side programming languages and CSS frameworks. Additionally, database connectivity is crucial, requiring the establishment of a connection to the database and manipulation of its data to accomplish specific tasks. In the context of back-end mobile web development for enterprises, server-side programming languages are employed to create dynamic websites tailored to meet the organization's specific requirements.
For the IOS Application Development, it covers general programming skills specific to iOS, as well as app debugging and benchmarking techniques. We'll delve into user interface design and event handling, exploring standard UI components and how to receive and handle device and application events. Data persistency will be discussed, including manipulating the file system and working with databases. Additionally, we'll touch upon location-based services using the Core Location framework. Network and communication aspects will cover multi-peer connections, web services, and parsing common data interchange formats. Lastly, we'll explore the procedures for setting up user certification for development and submitting applications to the Apple App Store.
The professional certificate programme offers the following modules:
iOS Application Development (24hrs)
Android Application Development (24hrs)
Enterprise Server Techniques for Mobile Applications (24hrs)
Tentative Schedule
1. Android Application Development
(6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23 Jan, 3, 6 Feb 2025)(Time:19:00-22:00)
2. Enterprise Server Technique for Mobile Application
(17, 20, 24, 27 Feb, 3, 6, 10, 13 Mar 2025) (Time:19:00-22:00)
3. IOS Application Development:
(24, 27, 31 Mar, 3, 7, 10, 14, 17 Apr 2025) (Time:19:00-22:00)
- 1 to 2 nights per week, 19:00 – 22:00.
- In special circumstances, some lessons may be conducted in online mode.
- Duration: 72 hrs. The normal duration for completion of the programme is around 4 months.
Entry Requirements
Five HKDSE subjects at Level 2 or above, including English and Chinese Languages, plus at least one year of relevant work experience; or
Five HKCEE subjects at Grade E/Level 2 or above, including English and Chinese Languages, plus at least two years of relevant work experience; or
Completion of a QF Level 3 programme that is deemed acceptable to the respective Programme Board plus at least one year of relevant work experience; or
Relevant RPL qualification(s) at QF Level 3 or above plus at least one year of relevant work experience AND a pass in an entrance assessment, which can be either oral or written; or
At least two years of relevant work experience plus other relevant verifiable prior learning that are deemed appropriate by respective Programme Board AND a pass in an entrance assessment, which can be either oral or written.
21 years old or above with at least two years’ relevant working experience, may be admitted. Where appropriate, the applicant may be required to pass an entrance assessment, which can be in an oral and/or written form.
Financial Assistance Scheme
Vplus Creative Industries
As a part of the Vplus Subsidy Scheme, Vplus Creative Industries is supported by the HKSAR Government to encourage working adults to pursue higher qualifications for career advancement and to promote lifelong learning.
Successful applicants can be reimbursed 60% of the tuition fees paid for the programme, maximum HK$36,000 per person. Applicants may apply for reimbursement for more than one eligible programmes.
Original tuition fee: TBC
Tuition fee after funding: -
Application deadline: 8 Dec 2024 (Sun)
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Notes
⦁ Applicants who fulfil the entry requirements will receive a payment notice later. Applications are not required to pay the tuition at this moment.
⦁ In general, course enrollment is made on a first-come-first-served basis.
⦁ Subject to the availability of the classes, applicants will be informed to change to another class if the applied class was full.
⦁ Any change in class selection will be put on the waiting list.
(Mon-Fri: 09:00-17:00)
Website: hkiit.edu.hk
Enrollment and Enquiry:
Tel: 2835-7403
e-mail: skillsup_adm@vtc.edu.hk