Oct 05, 2001 03:53 PM
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As computers have become more important in professions and the workplace ''computer literacy'' has become a key phrase.
Also the fastest growing occupations are in the computer career fields. Keep in mind the following while joining for a computer course.
First of all decide on the area where you need to specialise.
Decide on the goal for taking the course and see if this course will help you in achieving your goal. What will your knowledge be after the completion of the course? Check if this course leads to a degree or certificate and if the certification is acceptable in the the area you wish to enter.
Course contents See the outline of the course you intend to take up and speak to the counsellor asking for details about the course. If possible speak to the faculty to find out the depth of the course. Always ask for the brochure so that you can compare with the course content being offered by other institutes.
Course Value Check out the potential value of the course in the market. Will it enhance your employability or achieve professional advancement by taking this course. Find out the value for the transcript or certificate that you will get on completion.
Credentials of FacultyCheck out on the faculty and find out about his or her academic degrees and professional achievements. Make sure that the faculty is well trained and qualified person. Talk to some of the existing students for the course and find out more details about the faculty. Find out if the faculty is able to clear the doubts being raised.
Cost and Materials of course Find out the cost of the course and check out the course material. How good can it be used used for reference.
After deciding on a course it is equally difficult to choose a good institution. Tips on how to choose a good institute for your course?
Reputable Institution Is a reputable institution offering this course. Check out how much people value this institute.
Learning Resources Check out the learning resources available to the students. Check out the course material as well as the library resources. Usually the library resources in computer institutes are bad. Check out also on the online resources available
Admission PrerequisitesFind out the qualifications and prerequisites for admission. Reputed institutes usually ask for proof such as your transcripts before enrolling for a particular course.
Course Evaluation Find out how you will be evaluated and the means for evaluation.
Support Services
Will you have access to academic counselors? Once you have completed a course, will you have access to its placement
services. Find out how good are the placement services being provided by the institute.
