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MTA Developer

Course Description
The Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Developer Certification is an ideal starting point for Individuals wanting to enter a career in software development, programming and web development. In this course, you will learn basic programming skills as well as develop desktop and web applications, using programming logic. If you are looking to start a career in technology through a globally respected accreditation, then the MTA Developer certification is for you. MTA is Microsoft’s newest suite of technology certifications that validate fundamental knowledge needed to begin building a career using Microsoft technologies. This program provides an appropriate entry point to a future career in technology. The MTA Developer course builds an understanding of the following topics: Core Programming, Object-Oriented Programming, General Software Development, Web Applications, Desktop Applications and Databases. This certification is also targeted to those professionals who want to prove their skills in software development. MTA certifications addresses a wide spectrum of fundamental technical knowledge and enhances your technical credibility.
Prerequisites
None. Recommended Knowledge : Basic Computer skills.
Course Level
Beginner
Course Outline
| 98-361 Software Development Fundamentals |
| Programming Fundamentals |
| Programming Techniques |
| Developing Windows and Web Applications |
| Object-oriented Programming Fundamentals |
| Windows Store Applications and Databases |
Course Fee
ATTENDANCE PRICE : R 5500
ONLINE PRICE : R 3650
NB: There is a once off R 300 enrolment fee payable only with your first course, which includes your stationery, bag and earphones. (This is not applicable for online registrations)
Course Benefits and Features
- Expert Instructor-Led training via our Intelligent learning platform
- Learn at your own pace
- Performance tracking
- Mentor assistance
- Course Notes are Printable & Downloadable
- Test Preps and Practice Exams
Course Duration
Full Time - 1 to 2 weeks
Part Time - 1 to 2 months
*** An Online option is also available
Study Options
|
Option-1 |
An Interactive Online option that allows you to study from the comfort of your home or work |
|
Option-2 |
Full day attendance (9am to 4pm) |
|
Option-3 |
Two hours per day - (9am to 11am) or (11am to 1pm) or (1:30pm to 3:30pm) or (3:30pm to 5:30pm) |
|
Option-4 |
Saturday (9am to 1pm) |
|
Option-5 |
Evenings (Tuesdays and Wednesday from 5pm to 7pm) |
MTA Developer Certification Exams
Upon Completion of the MTA developer certification training course you will receive a certificate of attendance.
The International Exams are not included in the course fee. The Exams can be written at any Pearson Vue Testing Centre in South Africa.
The MTA Developer qualification comprises of one exam and it is necessary to pass the related exam i.e. 98-361 Software Development Fundamentals, in order to gain your internationally recognised MTA: Developer certification.
The Next Level
After completing the MTA Developer Certification consider earning the MCSA Web Certification or the Oracle Java Certification to allow you to broaden your expertise in order to pursue a career path.
How to register for this course
Registration can be done via e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or at the Pretoria Learning Academy College.
The following is required for registration :
- copy of Identity Document / Passport
- Student contact details
Please click below to view the full list of IT Courses offered at Pretoria Learning Academy :
Please contact us for more info :
Tel : 012 326 9467
Cell : 082 923 9829
E-mail : This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Pretoria Learning Academy is accredited by the MICT SETA - ACC/2019/07/0017
MCSA Web 480

Course Description
The Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) Web Application certification is the first step towards gaining expertise in web application building and management. The qualification reflects the ability to work across technologies, on-premises and cloud-based to create and develop interactive application solutions. The Microsoft MCSA Web Applications certification provides a fundamental understanding of HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript programming. This course is an entry point into both Web application and Windows apps training paths. In addition, it will cover the development of advanced ASP.NET MVC applications using the .NET Framework 4.5 tools and technologies. This course will also teach you about C Sharp (C#), object based Java Script, model review and controller, as well as an introduction into both jQuery and SQL Server. If you are looking to develop web applications using key technologies such as HTML5, JavaScript and ASP.NET, then the MCSA Web Applications certification is for you.
Prerequisites
None. Recommended knowledge : Basic understanding of programming is an advantage. If you feel that you do not possess these skills, consider first completing the Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Developer certification.
Course Level
Intermediate
Course Outline
| 70-480 Programming in HTML5 with JavaScript and CSS3 |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2012: HTML5 and JavaScript |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2012: Advanced HTML5 and JavaScript |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2012: HTML5 APIs and Local Storage |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2012: HTML5, CSS3, and Adaptive UIs |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2012: HTML5 Graphics and Animation |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2012: Consuming and Transmitting Data with HTML5 |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2012: Utilizing the HTML5 WebSocket API and Web Workers |
| 70-486 Developing ASP.NET MVC Web Applications |
| Getting Started with ASP.NET MVC Web Applications in Visual Studio 2013 |
| Designing the User Experience in ASP.NET MVC Web Applications |
| Working with ASP.NET MVC Models |
| ASP.NET MVC Databases and the Entity Framework |
| Developing the User Experience in ASP.NET MVC |
| Designing ASP.NET MVC Application Architecture |
| Implementing ASP.NET Authentication and Authorization |
| Debugging ASP.NET MVC Web Applications |
| Configuring and Deploying an ASP.NET MVC Application |
| Optimizing and Protecting Application Data |
Plus free bonus module included :
70-483 Programming in C#
Course Fee
ATTENDANCE PRICE : R 5500
ONLINE PRICE : R 3650
NB: There is a once off R 300 enrolment fee payable only with your first course, which includes your stationery, bag and earphones. (This is not applicable for online registrations)
Course Benefits and Features
- Expert Instructor-Led training via our Intelligent learning platform
- Learn at your own pace
- Performance tracking
- Mentor assistance
- Course Notes are Printable & Downloadable
- Test Preps and Practice Exams
Course Duration
Full Time - 1 to 2 Months
Part Time - 2 to 3 months
*** An Online option is also available
Study Options
|
Option-1 |
An Interactive Online option that allows you to study from the comfort of your home or work |
|
Option-2 |
Full day attendance (9am to 4pm) |
|
Option-3 |
Two hours per day - (9am to 11am) or (11am to 1pm) or (1:30pm to 3:30pm) or (3:30pm to 5:30pm) |
|
Option-4 |
Saturday (9am to 1pm) |
|
Option-5 |
Evenings (Tuesdays and Wednesday from 5pm to 7pm) |
Possible Career Options
The MCSA Web Applications course is suited for anyone looking to work in any of the following roles:
- Web Designer
- Web Developer
- Application Developer
- Computer Programmer
- C# Programmer
MCSA Web Applications Certification Exams
Upon Completion of the MCSA Web Application certification training course you will receive a certificate of attendance.
The International Exams are not included in the course fee. The Exams can be written at any Pearson Vue Testing Centre in South Africa.
The MCSA Web Applications qualification comprises of two exams and it is necessary to pass both the related exams i.e. 70-480 Programming in HTML5 with JavaScript and CSS3 and 70-486 Developing ASP.NET MVC Web Applications in order to gain your internationally recognised MCSA: Web Application Certification.
The Next Level
After completing the MCSA Web Certification you could consider going a step further by completing the MCSD App Builder certification. You will only need to pass one additional exam in the related course to obtain the MCSD App Builder Certification.
How to register for this course
Registration can be done via e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or at the Pretoria Learning Academy College.
The following is required for registration :
- copy of Identity Document / Passport
- Student contact details
Please click below to view the full list of IT Courses offered at Pretoria Learning Academy :
Please contact us for more info :
Tel : 012 326 9467
Cell : 082 923 9829
E-mail : This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Pretoria Learning Academy is accredited by the MICT SETA - ACC/2019/07/0017
MCSA Web 483

Course Description
The Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) Web Application certification is the first step towards gaining expertise in web and windows application building and management. This course is an entry point into both Web application and Windows apps training paths. The MCSA Web Application developer training course covers C Sharp (C#), which is Microsoft's managed C-style programming language for the .NET Framework. You will be taught the programming skills that are required to create Windows applications using the C# language. The Microsoft MCSA Web Applications certification provides a fundamental understanding of the basics of the C# program structure, language syntax, and implementation details. All of this knowledge is later consolidated together, allowing you build an application in the Microsoft C# programming language that incorporates several features of the .NET Framework 4.5. In addition, you will also cover the development of advanced ASP.NET MVC applications using the .NET Framework 4.5 tools and technologies. This includes web development and a comprehensive review of HTML, CSS, as well as a thorough introduction to JavaScript. This course will also teach you about object based Java Script, model review and controller, including an introduction into both jQuery and SQL Server. If you are looking to develop applications using the Microsoft C# programming language as well as learn key technologies such as HTML, JavaScript and ASP.NET, then the MCSA Web Applications certification is for you.
Prerequisites
None. Recommended knowledge : Basic understanding of programming is an advantage. If you feel that you do not possess these skills, consider first completing the Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Developer certification.
Course Level
Intermediate
Course Outline
| 70-483 Programming in C# |
| Programming in C#: Managing Program Flow |
| Programming in C#: Creating and Using Types |
| Programming in C#: Debugging and Security Implementation |
| Programming in C#: Implementing Data Access |
| 70-486 Developing ASP.NET MVC Web Applications |
| Getting Started with ASP.NET MVC Web Applications in Visual Studio 2013 |
| Designing the User Experience in ASP.NET MVC Web Applications |
| CWorking with ASP.NET MVC Models |
| ASP.NET MVC Databases and the Entity Framework |
| Developing the User Experience in ASP.NET MVC |
| Designing ASP.NET MVC Application Architecture |
| Implementing ASP.NET Authentication and Authorization |
| Debugging ASP.NET MVC Web Applications |
| Configuring and Deploying an ASP.NET MVC Application |
| Optimizing and Protecting Application Data |
Plus free bonus module included :
70-480 Programming in HTML5 with JavaScript and CSS3
Course Fee
ATTENDANCE PRICE : R 5500
ONLINE PRICE : R 3650
NB: There is a once off R 300 enrolment fee payable only with your first course, which includes your stationery, bag and earphones. (This is not applicable for online registrations)
Course Benefits and Features
- Expert Instructor-Led training via our Intelligent learning platform
- Learn at your own pace
- Performance tracking
- Mentor assistance
- Course Notes are Printable & Downloadable
- Test Preps and Practice Exams
Course Duration
Full Time - 1 to 2 months
Part Time - 2 to 3 months
*** An Online option is also available
Study Options
|
Option-1 |
An Interactive Online option that allows you to study from the comfort of your home or work |
|
Option-2 |
Full day attendance (9am to 4pm) |
|
Option-3 |
Two hours per day - (9am to 11am) or (11am to 1pm) or (1:30pm to 3:30pm) or (3:30pm to 5:30pm) |
|
Option-4 |
Saturday (9am to 1pm) |
|
Option-5 |
Evenings (Tuesdays and Wednesday from 5pm to 7pm) |
Possible Career Options
The MCSA Web applications course is suited for anyone looking to work in any of the following roles:
- Web Designer
- Web Developer
- Application Developer
- Computer Programmer
- C# Programmer
MCSA Web Applications Certification Exams
Upon Completion of the course you will receive a certificate of attendance.
The International Exams are not included in the course fee. The Exams can be written at any Pearson Vue Testing Centre in South Africa.
The MCSA Web Applications qualification comprises of two exams and it is necessary to pass both the related exams i.e. 70-483 Programming in C# and 70-486 Developing ASP.NET MVC Web Applications in order to gain your internationally recognised MCSA: Web Application Certification.
The Next Level
After completing the MCSA Web Certification you could consider going a step further by completing the MCSD App Builder Certification. You will only need to pass one additional exam in the related course to obtain the MCSD App Builder Certification.
How to register for this course
Registration can be done via e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or at the Pretoria Learning Academy College.
The following is required for registration :
- copy of Identity Document / Passport
- Student contact details
Please click below to view the full list of IT Courses offered at Pretoria Learning Academy :
Please contact us for more info :
Tel : 012 326 9467
Cell : 082 923 9829
E-mail : This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Pretoria Learning Academy is accredited by the MICT SETA - ACC/2019/07/0017
MCSD App Builder

Course Description
If you are looking to demonstrate your expertise in developing innovative apps to enhance user experience, then the MCSD App Builder certification is for you. The Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD) App Builder certification validates that you have the skills needed to build modern mobile or web applications and services. Earning an MCSD App Builder certification qualifies you for a position as an application developer. The MCSD is a leading certification for IT professionals who design, develop and create cutting edge solutions using Microsoft technologies. In this course, students will learn how to design and develop services that access local and remote data from various data sources. Students will also learn how to develop and deploy services to hybrid environments, including on-premises servers and Windows Azure. This course includes: Accessing Data, Designing And Implementing WCF Services, Querying And Manipulating Data Using Entity Framework, Creating And Consuming Web API Based Services and Deploying Web Applications And Services.
Prerequisites
You first need to complete either one of the MCSA certifications in Web Applications.
Course Level
Advanced
Course Outline
| 70-487 Developing Microsoft Azure and Web Services |
| Working With Local Data Access Technologies |
| Querying and Manipulating Data with the Entity Framework |
| Creating and Consuming WCF Web Services |
| WCF Instancing and Concurrency and WCF Data Services |
| Creating and Consuming Web API Services |
| Data Access and Services with Microsoft Azure |
| Preparing and Packaging Applications For Deployment |
| Web Application and Services Deployment |
Plus free bonus module included :
70-357 Developing Mobile Apps
Course Fee
ATTENDANCE PRICE : R 5500
ONLINE PRICE : R 3650
NB: There is a once off R 300 enrolment fee payable only with your first course, which includes your stationery, bag and earphones. (This is not applicable for online registrations)
Course Benefits and Features
- Expert Instructor-Led training via our Intelligent learning platform
- Learn at your own pace
- Performance tracking
- Mentor assistance
- Course Notes are Printable & Downloadable
- Test Preps and Practice Exams
Course Duration
Full Time - 2 to 3 weeks
Part Time - 1 to 2 months
*** An Online option is also available
Study Options
|
Option-1 |
An Interactive Online option that allows you to study from the comfort of your home or work |
|
Option-2 |
Full day attendance (9am to 4pm) |
|
Option-3 |
Two hours per day - (9am to 11am) or (11am to 1pm) or (1:30pm to 3:30pm) or (3:30pm to 5:30pm) |
|
Option-4 |
Saturday (9am to 1pm) |
|
Option-5 |
Evenings (Tuesdays and Wednesday from 5pm to 7pm) |
Possible Career Options
The MCSD Web Application course is suited for anyone looking to work in any of the following roles:
- Application builder
- Web Administrator
- Web Developer
- Software developers
MCSD Web Application Certification Exams
Upon Completion of the MCSD App Builder certification training course you will receive a certificate of attendance.
The International Exams are not included in the course fee. The Exams can be written at any Pearson Vue Testing Centre in South Africa.
The MCSD Web Application app builder qualification comprises of one exam i.e. 70-487 Developing Microsoft Azure and Web Services, in order to gain your internationally recognised MCSD: Web Application app builder Certification.
How to register for this course
Registration can be done via e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or at the Pretoria Learning Academy College.
The following is required for registration :
- copy of Identity Document / Passport
- Student contact details
Please click below to view the full list of IT Courses offered at Pretoria Learning Academy :
Please contact us for more info :
Tel : 012 326 9467
Cell : 082 923 9829
E-mail : This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Pretoria Learning Academy is accredited by the MICT SETA - ACC/2019/07/0017