This 3 day MTA Software Development Fundamentals training course will help anyone that would like to take up a career in software development and helps you prepare for Microsoft Technology Associate Exam 98- 361, and build an understanding of these topics: Core Programming, Object-Oriented Programming, General Software Development, Web Applications, Desktop Applications, and Databases. This course leverages the same content as found in the Microsoft Official Academic Course (MOAC) for this exam.
Outcomes & Objectives
After completing this course, students will be able to:
- Understand Core Programming
- Understand Object-Oriented Programming
- Understand General Software Development
- Understand Web Applications
- Understand Desktop Applications
- Understand Databases
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Duration
3 Days (08:30 - 16:00), In-Class, myWay Mentored Learning,
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Who Should Attend
The Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) is Microsoft’s newest suite of technology certification exams 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 and assumes some hands-on experience or training but does not assume on-the-job experience.
Our
Delivery Methods
Our innovative "myWay” learning methodology is built around the students individual learning requirement, allowing each student to learn in a style that is most suitable for their skills set, knowledge and schedule.

Instructor-Led Classes
Reach your full potential through our “myWay Instructor-Led” classes combined with interactive lessons, supporting video content, practical assignments and in field experience, done during the traditional 08:00 – 16:00 working day.

Online Mentored Learning
Do a course at your pace via our “myWay Online Mentored Learning”, combining self-study with supported interactive online video lectures, an online course mentor, extra resources, questionnaires and more, all supported via out Online Student Portal.

Part Time Mentored Learning
Designed for the working professional, our part time programmes provides you with the flexibility and benefit of our myWay Blended Learning with at home exercises/assignments and mentored or in-class lectures at a manageable schedule and pace.
Our Hybrid Delivery Methods
Our Hybrid Delivery Methods
myWay Hybrid Learning is a technology mediated delivery method that extends the benefit of flexibility and technology to all students. Each Hybrid delivery method is described in the section below.

#AnywhereAnytime
Have all your classes ready to be downloaded and watched, anytime, anywhere.

#NoStudentLeftBehind
Never miss a classs because of health, traffic, or transport issues.

#Flexibility
A personalized class schedule, attend class on campus, virtually or both.
In Class or Virtual Class Based Learning
A technology mediated delivery method allowing campus based class or virtual class attendance, or a combination of both. Classes can be in the form of lecture based or mentored based.
Mentored Online Learning
A technology mediated, self paced online delivery method with personal mentorship.
What you get
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This course will help you you prepare for the Exam 98-361. CLICK HERE to learn more about this exam. |
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This course contributes towards earning your MTA: Developer. CLICK HERE to learn more. |
Student Testimonials
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Francios Botha, MTA Software Development FundamentalsImportant Notes
- Students are to be at the training venue by 08h00 in preparation for a 08h30 start time.
- Learnfast retains the right to change this calendar without any notification.
- Bookings are only confirmed upon receipt of the proof of payment or an official company purchase order for the full amount of the training.
- For full day courses Learnfast will supply you with the relevant training material. A desktop computer to use for the training (where applicable), tea/coffee and a full lunch for full day InClass training hosted at Learnfast only. Catering is not included for OnSite training and laptop is available for hire at an additional cost if required.
- Cancellation or rescheduling requests must be in writing and reach us via fax or email at least 5 (five) working days prior to the course commencement date. Full course fees may be retained for no shows or requests within 5 working days prior to commencement.
- Although we go to great lengths to ensure that all training proceeds as scheduled, Learnfast reserves the right to cancel or postpone dates if we require to do so and undertake to inform clients in writing and telephonically of these changes.
- Learnfast suggests clients wait until a week prior to course commencement that a course has been confirmed to go ahead as scheduled before booking flight and accommodation. Learnfast is NOT responsible for cost associated with cancellation of classes such as flight and accommodation for clients.
Module 1: Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming
- Understanding Computer Programming
- Understanding Decision Structures
- Understanding Repetition Structures
- Understanding Exception Handling
Module 2: Understanding General Software Development
- Understanding Objects
- Understanding Values and References
- Understanding Encapsulation
- Understanding Inheritance
- Understanding Polymorphism
- Understanding Interfaces
Module 3: Understanding Web Applications
- Understanding Application Lifecycle Management
- Understanding Testing
- Understanding Data Structures
- Understanding Sorting Algorithms
Module 4: Understanding Desktop Applications
- Understanding Web Page Development
- Understanding ASP.NET Application Development
- Understanding IIS Web Hosting
- Understanding Web Services Development
Module 5: Understanding Databases
- Understanding Windows Forms Applications
- Understanding Console-Based Applications
- Understanding Windows Services
Module 6: Understanding Databases
- Understanding Relational Database Concepts
- Understanding Database Query Methods
- Understanding Database Connection Methods
Please contact The CAD Corporation for more information and dates on this course.