DIPLOMA COURSESIT AND MULTIMEDIA

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• WhyStudyatEdulinkInternationalCollegeNairobi?

• ArenaMultimediaSpecialistProgramme(AMSP)

• ArenaMultimediaSpecialistProgrammeCourseContent

GlobalTrendsintheITIndustry

AptechCertifiedComputerProfessional(ACCP)

HowtoApply?

Onlinevarsity

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AdvanceDiplomainSoftwareEngineering(ADSE)UnderACCPProgrammeCourseContent

Edulink International College Nairobi was established in 2014. Edulink group has been involved in higher education for over ten years and is the APTECH center of excellence in Kenya. APTEC has trained over seven million people worldwide, 100,000 of which are from Africa. Edulink International College Nairobi delivers a range of software development and Multimedia courses under the ARENA brand.

AboutAptech

Aptech Limited is a global corporate training solutions provider with head offices in Mumbai India and a presence in more than 40 other countries. The company commenced its Information Technology training business in 1986. Over the years, Aptech Limited has trained over 7million students worldwide. Aptech prides itself on its record of education fit for work. Aptech prepares students for global careers in IT, Multimedia and Animation, Hardware and Networking, Aviation, Hospitality and Travel and Tourism. Corporate solutions include corporate training and assessment solutions and for higher education, the development of curricula and training content. In 1993, Aptech became the first IT training organisation in Asia to receive the ISO 9001 quality certification for Education Support Services.

WhatisInformationTechnology(IT)?

IT refers to the use of technology in day to day life, from complex calculations for businesses, operating machinery and equipment, through to communicating with customers or even playing games on the Xbox. IT is used in almost all industries today.

WhatisMultimedia?

Multimedia is a seamless integration of multiple media elements such as text, graphics, animation, video, audio coupled with a computer’s interactive power.

TheAnimationIndustry

The animation industry is large and growing. Animation, gaming and web design professionals work on full length animation movies, create TV commercials, education CDs, games for Internet, mobile, PC or consoles (such as PlayStation or Xbox), work in the advertising industry or as web designers in various companies. The field offers many exciting careers. Upon completion of a career course, you can choose to specialise and work in 3d and 2d Animation, Web Designing, Vfx, Gaming, Multimedia or E-LEARNING.

Why study at Edulink InternationalCollege Nairobi?

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Term 1

Term 1 Tools Total hoursDesign and Visualisation Fundamentals 16

Graphics & Illustration Fundamentals 16

Creative Illustrations Adobe IllustratorCS6 20

Creating Artworks CorelDRAWX6 20

Image Magic Adobe Photoshop ExtendedCS6 40

Design for Print and Advertising 12

Media Publishing Adobe IndesignCS6 28

Print Portfolio Project Guide 16

Total 168

Term 2

Term 2 Tools Total hours

Concepts of Storyboarding 6

Working with Audio Adobe Audition 16

Video Streaming and Editing Adobe Premier ProCS6 28

Concepts of Digital Filmmaking 8

Digital Fx 24

Compositing with Nuke Nuke 48

Portfolio 24

Total 154

Term 3

Term 3 Tools Total hours

3D Basics - Modeling to Animation Concepts 32

Modelling with 3D 3ds Max 2014 48

Lights, Camera and Materials 3ds Max 2014 24

3D Motion Graphics and Fx 3ds Max 2014 24

Rendering with V-Ray 3ds Max with V-Ray 16

3D Animation Portfolio Project 24

Total 168

Term 4

Term 4 Tools Total hours

3D Modelling MAYA Unlimited 2014 24

Digital Sculpting Zbrush 20

Texturing MAYA Unlimited 2014 16

Lighting and Rendering MAYA Unlimited 2014 24

Rigging MAYA Unlimited 2014 16

Character Animation MAYA Unlimited 2014 12

Portfolio Demo Reel Digital Portfolio Development E-Project

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Total 138

Arena Multimedia Specialist Programme (AMSP) is a two year Advanced Diploma course which effectively trains you in 2D and 3D, Animation, Multimedia, Web Designing and Gaming. The course takes you through the process of art direction, scripting, and the art of animation as well as project work. This programme not only sharpens your creative skills but also provides job-oriented training that ensures all round development to match industry requirements.

CareerOpportunities

AMSP is the doorway to one of the most dynamic and exciting industries; Animation & Multimedia. Reputed for high-quality, industry-intensive training, Arena will train every student to become a competent animation or multimedia professional, capable of meeting any challenge. Arena’s comprehensive career courses are specially designed to create a well trained and fully qualified professional who is ready for the industry; be it in Animation, Advertising, Television, Print and Publishing and Film content or a host of other rewarding career options.

CourseHighlights:

• Focus on new trends and techniques used in the animation industry • Industry visits and workshops • Industry relevant techniques • Specialisation and creating a portfolio in the area of your interest • Work with high end studio infrastructure

CertificationsinARENA

• Certificate In Multimedia : after Semester I (6 months)• Diploma In Multimedia – DIM: after Semester II (10months)• Arena Multimedia Specialist Program – AMSP: after Semester IV (22 months)

Arena Multimedia Specialist Programme (AMSP)

Arena Multimedia Specialist Programme (AMSP) C0urse Content

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You will be trained in the following Softwares:

• Adobe Illustrator• Adobe Indesign• Adobe Photoshop Extended• CorelDraw• Sound Forge• Adobe Premier Pro• Adobe After Effects Professional• 3D Max• 3D Max with V-Ray• Maya

The ever-evolving Information Technology industry has long been characterised by dynamic changes and more is expected in the years to come. The digital age has changed the face of business and its inter-dependent industries. This has made the global information technology industry a game changer in the modern world. Global information technology services market were prediced to reach US$ 1.2 Trillion by 2015, According to new report by global industry analysts, Inc.

In 2015 we saw…

• Worldwide IT spending growth – spending growth returned to the industry, fuelled by the emerging markets and mobile computing.

• Mobility devices & apps – smartphone/tablet usage grew with users wanting these devices to do everything. Mobile apps explosion continues and the O/S battle rages.

• Cloud services adoption – spending on cloud services growing four times the industry rate. Apps moving increasingly to the cloud. Platform as service (PaaS) and Software as service (SaaS) acquisitions and competition accelerate.

• Cloud services enablement – Increased cloud services growth will drive huge demand for IT hardware and software offerings that enable those cloud services as well as for technologies that can optimize the cloud data center infrastructure

The ever-evolving Information Technology industry has long been characterised by dynamic changes and more is expected in the years to come. The digital age has changed the face of business and its inter-dependent industries. This has made the global information technology industry a game changer in the modern world. Global information technology services market were prediced to reach US$ 1.2 Trillion in 2015, According to new report by global industry analysts, Inc.

In 2015 we saw…

• Worldwide IT spending growth – spending growth returned to the industry, fuelled by the emerging markets and mobile computing.

• Mobility devices & apps – smartphone/tablet usage grew with users wanting these devices to do everything. Mobile apps explosion continues and the O/S battle rages.

• Cloud services adoption – spending on cloud services growing four times the industry rate. Apps moving increasingly to the cloud. Platform as service (PaaS) and Software as service (SaaS) acquisitions and competition accelerate.

• Cloud services enablement – Increased cloud services growth will drive huge demand for IT hardware and software offerings that enable those cloud services as well as for technologies that can optimize the cloud data center infrastructure

Global Trends In The IT Industry

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Aptech Certified ComputerProfessional ACCP

ACCP is a two year diploma programme designed to make you an industry-ready professional in the Software Programming field. The curriculum is designed with a consideration of the latest demands and requirements of the IT industry. ACCP gives you the professional edge to start your career in the global IT industry. The curriculum has been recently updated and includes the following: Android Applications, Windows Store Apps, Cloud Computing, Mobile Applications, Internet Security

CourseHighlights

2 year comprehensive programmeCertified trainersProfessional leverage in Java and .NET technologies Opportunity to study at an international university.Comprehensive student study kit

CompetenciesofACCP• Transfer your credits to UK Universities for the final year of a degree. • Introduction to Microsoft Visual Studio 2012, Windows Store Apps Development, MS SQL

Server 2012, Markup language, Mobile Apps. • Upgraded Java & .Net technologies. • Cloud Computing and Service model of cloud SAAS, IAAS, PAAS, Cloud application in Sales. • Windows Azure and Google App Engine environments. • MS SQL Server 2012, Adobe Dreamweaver Cs5. • Projects. • Improved ‘Blended Learning’ delivery methodology. • Intensive practice and assessment laboratory workshops.

CertificationsinACCP

• Certificate of Proficiency in Information Systems Management: after Semester I (5 months)• Diploma In Information System Management – DISM: after Semester II (10 months)• Higher Diploma In Software Engineering – HDSE: after Semester IV (18 months)• Advance Diploma in Software Engineering – ADSE: after Semester VI (24 months)

*Students will receive a transcript from APTECH after the successful completion of each semester.

CareerOptions

Career options following certification in ACCP include roles for programmers/developers (Software engineers), Web developers, System analysts, Software testing & Quality Assurance, Database analysts, Architects & Administrators and Project Managers.

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PRE - SEMESTER 1

Module Duration (Hours)

Introduction to computer fundamentals and Microsoft Office

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SEMESTER - 1

Module Duration (Hours)

Elementary Programming in C 40

Building Dynamic Websites 40

Designing Web Sites in Dreamweaver 32

Database Management 40

eProject (Dreamweaver) 24

Total 176

SEMESTER 2

Module Duration (Hours)

Markup Language 16

Application Development Fundamentals-I 40

Application Development Fundamentals-II 40

Application Programming 40

Introduction to Cloud Computing 4

Search Engine Optimisation 24

Project (Java) 32

Total 196

SEMESTER 3

Module Duration (Hours)

Google Apps 16

Fundamentals of Open Source Operating System 40

Total 196

SEMESTER 4A (JAVA)

Module Duration (Hours)

Advanced Application Development -I 24

Advanced Application Development -II 16

Introduction to Web and Enterprise Applications 40

Web Component Development 40

Architecting Applications for the Web 16

Google App Engine with Java 16

Google Android Development 24

eProject (J2EE) 32

Total 208

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SEMESTER 5

Module Duration (Hours)

Software Project Management 32

Google Advertising Fundamentals 24

Google Analytics 40

Internet Security 16

Total 112

SEMESTER 6A (JAVA)

Module Duration (Hours)

Working with Cloud Computing 12

Processing Applications using Markup Language 16

Enterprise Application Development 40

Creating Services for the Web 16

Rich Internet Application Development 16

Developing Applications for Mobile Devices 16

eProject (J2EE) 40

Total 156

SEMESTER 6B(.NET)

Module Duration (Hours)

Web Application Development 48

Enterprise Application Programming 48

Working with Cloud Computing 12

Rich Internet Application Development 16

Developing Mobile Applications 24

eProject (.NET) 40

Total 176

SEMESTER 4B (.NET)

Module Duration (Hours)

Windows Store Apps Development - I 24

Windows Store Apps Development - II 24

Advanced Windows Store Apps Development - I 24

Advanced Windows Store Apps Development - II 24

eProject (.NET)

Total 322

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Advance Diploma in Software Engineering(ADSE) Under ACCP Programme Course Content

Candidates who wish to study at Edulink International College should download an application form from our website, complete and send it to our Admissions Office.

ApplyforaScholarship

Edulink International College offers a number of scholarships to new students who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in academic, sporting or cultural and community activity. Our Admissions Office is your first point of contact for any queries you may have about your application – you will have an admissions contact on your offer letter and this person will be best placed to advise you.

Admissions: aptechadmin@edulink.ac.

CreditTransferFacility

All Aptech/Arena students have the opportunity to pursue a BSc (Hons) degree from any of the partner universities of Aptech/Arena which include a number of UK Universities. Students can avail the Credit Transfer Facility and have the option of transferring credits from their ACCP/AMSP programme, towards their overseas degree. This allows students to receive an Aptech/Arena diploma and a degree from a leading international university.

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Onlinevarsity

This is a digital content access and collaboration platform for Aptech students. Among the numerous interesting features of the platform that will enhance learning experience of the students are:

• 24*7 student access portal.• It is a Content and Collaboration Platform for Aptech students helping them learn new

programs, technologies.• Aptech students will also get books through Onlinevarsity.• They can refer to books Any time, Anywhere, on Any device, on Any operating system ( Windows, IOS, Android, Apple, Open source)• The students get a benefit of tutor chat and expert chat through Onlinevarsity.

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