Microsoft - Certified Solution Developer (MCAD/MCSD)

A Firebrand Training
12
Day Course

Microsoft - Certified Solution Developer (MCAD/MCSD) - Overview

Our twelve-day Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCAD/MCSD) program is appropriate for lead developers who design and develop leading-edge enterprise solutions with Microsoft development tools, technologies, platforms, and the Microsoft .NET Framework.

The course is constructed to allow students to take their exams in either VB.NET or C#.NET.

The MCSD credential is one of the most widely recognized technical certifications in the industry. By earning the premier MCAD/MCSD for Microsoft .NET credential, individuals demonstrate that they have the skills necessary to lead organizations in the successful design, implementation, and administration of business solutions with Microsoft products. The MCSD for Microsoft .NET is credential is appropriate for software engineers, application analysts, software application developers, and software developers.

The MCSD job role includes analyzing business and technical requirements, and defining the solution architecture, as well as implementing the requirements and building, deploying, and maintaining the solution. We recommend candidates have at least two years of experience as a lead developer.

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Microsoft - Certified Solution Developer (MCAD/MCSD) - Benefits

Reasons for Microsoft MCSD certification include career advancement, personal improvement, skills enhancement, and higher salaries. Certification garners industry recognition of your knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft most current products and technologies.

Technical certification is a sound investment in your career. Although certification does not guarantee success, research has shown that it can have a significant impact on:

Morale and confidence
Efficiency and productivity on the job
Monetary rewards
Career advancement

Other training providers rely heavily on lecture, self-testing and self-study.

Our approach is highly varied and interactive to keep your attention, promote teamwork, and reinforce knowledge gained through hands-on learning.

You will:

Be Immersed into a distraction-free environment - escaping your normal routine and focusing purely on learning.

Experience Accelerated Learning methods – designed to help you learn much more quickly, spend less time out of the office, and see returns from your investment straight away.

Be Measured through on-site exam testing - creating a complete feedback loop that ensures you understand the subject thoroughly.

With Firebrand Training, you will learn more.

This information has been provided as a helpful tool for candidates considering certification. Benefits of certification determined through studies do not guarantee any particular personal successes. Firebrand Training provides a guarantee of obtaining certification at the camp, but does not make any guarantees about personal successes or benefits of obtaining certification.

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Microsoft - Certified Solution Developer (MCAD/MCSD) - Curriculum

Firebrand Training has an aggressive educational schedule that thoroughly covers all essential elements necessary to become certified as a Microsoft Certified Application Developer.

Education Schedule

Microsoft Windows based Application Development
Microsoft ASP.NET Application Development
Implementing Security for Applications
Analyzing Requirements and Defining .NET Solution Architectures
Study, Review & Testing Day

Examination Schedule

Developing and Implementing Windows-based Applications with Microsoft Visual Basic .NET and Microsoft Visual Studio .NET (70-306)
or
Developing and Implementing Windows-based Applications with Microsoft Visual C# .NET and Microsoft Visual Studio .NET (70-316)
Developing and Implementing Web Applications with Microsoft Visual Basic .NET and Microsoft Visual Studio .NET(70-305)
or
Developing and Implementing Web Applications with Microsoft Visual C# and Microsoft Visual Studio .NET (70-315)
Developing XML Web Services and Server Components with Microsoft Visual Basic .NET and the Microsoft .NET Framework (70-310)
or
Developing XML Web Services and Server Components with Microsoft Visual C# and the Microsoft .NET Framework (70-320)
Implementing Security for Applications with Microsoft Visual Basic .NET (70-330)
or
Implementing Security for Applications with Microsoft C# .NET (70-340)
Analyzing Requirements and Defining .NET Solution Architectures (70–300)

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Microsoft - Certified Solution Developer (MCAD/MCSD) - Exam Track

Certification candidates must pass five certification exams to earn MCSD certification. The exams provide a valid and reliable measure of technical proficiency and expertise.

Web Application Development

Exam 70-305 -Developing and Implementing Web Applications with Microsoft Visual Basic .NET and Microsoft Visual Studio .NET
Exam 70-315 - Developing and Implementing Web Applications with Microsoft Visual C# .NET and Microsoft Visual Studio .NET

Windows Application Development

Exam 70-306 - Developing and Implementing Windows-based Applications with Microsoft Visual Basic .NET and Microsoft Visual Studio
Exam 70-316 - Developing and Implementing Windows-based Applications with Microsoft Visual C# .NET and Microsoft Visual Studio

Web Services and Server Components

Exam 70-310 - Developing XML Web Services and Server Components with Microsoft Visual Basic .NET and the Microsoft .NET Framework
xam 70-320 - Developing XML Web Services and Server Components with Microsoft Visual C# .NET and the Microsoft .NET Framework

Solution Architecture

Exam 70-300 - Analyzing Requirements and Defining .NET Solution Architectures Elective - Security
Exam 70-330 - Implementing Security for Applications with Microsoft Visual Basic .NET
Exam 70-340 - Implementing Security for Applications with Microsoft C# .NET

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Microsoft - Certified Solution Developer (MCAD/MCSD) - What's Included

With Firebrand, you benefit from top-quality education in an all-inclusive course package specifically designed for the needs and ease of our students. We attend to every detail so you can focus solely on your studies and certification goals.

You’ll get a robust set of course materials that cater to each of our three key individual learning styles (auditory, visual, and kinaesthetic-tactile) - critical for a successful learning experience.

Our Certification Programs include*

Daily lectures, exercises, and review sessions
Intensive Hands-on Training Utilising our (Lecture | Lab | Review)^TM Delivery
Comprehensive study materials and courseware - we adapt official curriculum to address the demands of accelerated learners
Self-testing software and/or mock exam papers
Fully instructor-led program with 24 hour lab access
Exam vouchers
On site testing
Accommodation, all meals, drinks and snacks
Our Certification Guarantee - because we're sure you'll pass first time, if don’t pass your exams, come back to the course within a year and you only pay for accommodation and exam vouchers - everything else is free

* Please note:

Our ISC(2) Cissp CBK Review program differs from normal course delivery. For more details, speak to us on 080 80 800 888.
Exam vouchers for our (ISC)2 certifications need to be purchased directly from (ISC)2
On site testing is not included in our Scrum, ISACA or PMI certifications

Our instructors teach to accommodate every student's learning needs through individualised instruction, hands-on labs, lab partner and group exercises, independent study, self-testing, and question/answer drills.

Firebrand Training has dedicated, well-equipped educational facilities where you will attend instruction and labs and have access to comfortable study and lounging rooms. Our students consistently say our facilities are second-to-none.

Examination Passing Policy

Should a student complete a Firebrand Training Program without having successfully passed all vendor examinations, the student may re-attend that program for a period of one year. Students will only be responsible for accommodation and vendor exam fees.

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Microsoft - Certified Solution Developer (MCAD/MCSD) - Prerequisites

Suggested Experience (VB and C# Tracks)

All MCSD candidate should have at least one year of work experience developing and/or maintaining department-level applications, components, Web or desktop clients, or back-end data services. Additional basic knowledge of .NET, for example: "Have installed Visual Studio .NET and become familiarised with it over the course of a couple of weeks." is an advantageous.

It is also recommended that a student has at least 6 months of experience working with SQL Server or another relational database.

Visual Basic Track

VB 5 or 6 experience including creating and using classes to build Windows based, Web based, or component based applications.

Alternative knowledge in a different object-oriented language is also acceptable, but some Visual Basic (not VBA) coding experience is advisable.

C# Track

For developers intending to sit the C# exams, you must be competent with the C# language syntax before attending the course. In addition, practical knowledge of another object orientated language (such as C, C++ or Java) if the candidate does not have hands-on experience with C#.

We interview all applicants for the course on their technical background, degrees and certifications held, and general suitability. If you get through this screening process, it means you stand a great chance of passing.

Firebrand Training is an immersive training environment. You must be committed to the course. The above prerequisites are guidelines, but many students with less experience have other background or traits that have enabled their success in accelerated training through Firebrand Training.

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Certified Solution Developer (MCAD/MCSD) - Testimonials

"Looking back on what I've achieved over the past 2 weeks I almost can't believe that I did it. For anyone considering doing accelerated learning, don't be mistaken, it is HARD but it is possible, no matter how much you think you do or don't know coming in. I have had no formal programming training and Firebrand* got me an MCSD with 100% first-time pass rate."
R.P., Seek Directory Ltd..
Microsoft MCAD/MCSD (12 Days) (7/11/2005 to 18/11/2005)

"Be prepared to work hard and concentrate. Firebrand* make it as good as it can possibly be. The facilities on-site were excellent and allowed time to focus on the learning experience. The instructor was excellent; able to move at a sufficient pace and at the same time help to learn the important underlying concepts to have a proper understanding of the topic. "
Anthony Mather, ICT Arc hitects Limited.
Microsoft MCAD to MCSD Upgrade (5 Days) (25/7/2005 to 29/7/2005)

"It was extremely refreshing to be taught by someone who actually was an expert on the subject!"
Pete Griffiths, Everards Brewery.
Microsoft MCAD to MCSD Upgrade (5 Days) (8/5/2006 to 12/5/2006)

"When our instructor told us "Trust me" on the initiation day, i though "Yea.... right. Everybody says that." But I decided to do so and I managed to pass the 3 MCAD exams without problem and with high marks as well. His experience was evident and I was lucky to be taught by such an individual. "
Anon, Civica Systems Ltd.
Microsoft MCAD/MCSD (12 Days) (18/7/2005 to 29/7/2005)

"Extremely hard work, be prepared to have little sleep and lots of reading. Not for the feint of heart. I will say this though, you will not regret it. When you come out qualified, it will justify all the long nights. Just like to add, the instrutors are excellent, and REALLY know their stuff."
Steve Sweales, T-Mobile.
Microsoft MCAD/MCSD (12 Days) (30/8/2004 to 12/9/2004)

"The instruction was first-rate. "
Charles, Allen & Overy.
Microsoft MCAD/MCSD (12 Days) (19/1/2004 to 31/1/2004)

"Once again, the instructor (Doug Rees) was a major contributor to me passing the exams (as well as the 12 - 15 hour days that I had to put in). Great course, great facilities and a great result. Thanks again Doug."
Vincent Larkin, Barclays Bank.
Microsoft MCAD to MCSD Upgrade (5 Days) (7/2/2005 to 11/2/2005)

"If I can say my experience in one line, I would say "If I can become an MCAD through this course, anyone can". The reason being I have never worked on .NET before and my skill level in web development is a big zero. My experience is only on VB6. But now, not only am Ian MCAD, I only need to clear the 70-300 to become an MCSD. All this is because of instructor and the training facilities. I would certainly recommend this training for anyone with little experience on .NET (you would struggle if you haven't worked on .NET before, but not impossible though). The training programme is totally different to any training programmes that I have had from other companies. The other companies tend to be spoon-feeding. It is not like that here, you will be given all the support that you need, but end of the day you have to put in the effort if you want to become an MCAD/MCSD."
Sreenivasan Uppaladhadiam, Unemployed.
Microsoft MCAD/MCSD (12 Days) (18/7/2005 to 29/7/2005)

"The time spent at Firebrand* was well worth it. However, it is so intensive and the reading materials that had to be covered are so much in a short time. Unlike me, please read ALL the prereading materials sent to you before you get in. I will definitely recommend a Firebrand* experience to anyone going for a certification. I got the MCAD at least!"
George France, Contractor.
Microsoft MCAD/MCSD (12 Days) (26/6/2006 to 7/7/2006)

"I came into this course blindly with no experience of .NET technologies. I am walking away with MCP! and the ability to confidently complete the certifications in the future. You learn a vast amount of knowledge in such as short time and confidently feel that I will be able to go away and and apply the .NET technologies at work. It is so easy to put things like this off, Firebrand* has definitely put a stop to all that procrastinating!"
RH, T-Mobile.
Microsoft MCAD/MCSD (12 Days) (30/8/2004 to 12/9/2004)

"Great place to learn and apply the skills needed to pass the exams. The isolated environment is just what you need to concentrate on nothing else but the subject matter. Good helpful people at the location I was at (Heythrop Park), who made my stay there a pleasant one. Thanks once again for everything."
D.J., E.On.
Microsoft MCAD to MCSD Upgrade (5 Days) (8/5/2006 to 12/5/2006)

"Be prepared to work and work and work. "
Shazad Rehman, Contractor - inbetween contracts.
Microsoft MCAD/MCSD (12 Days) (16/4/2007 to 27/4/2007)

"Hard and tiring but well worth it for getting certified fast. And the food is awesome."
Richard Marriott, Ultimedia.
Microsoft MCAD to MCSD Upgrade (5 Days) (3/7/2006 to 7/7/2006)

"Before I came here I had never used Visual Studio or any Microsoft programming language, other than some preparation for the course. Now, twelve days later,.I am an MCSD and feel pretty comfortable with Visual Studio .NET and C#. I now have to go back and use all this in my job, and feel ready to do so. The instructor was excellent, and the environment was good for learning. It's hard work but definitely worth it."
Tim Page, Datapulse Ltd.
Microsoft MCAD/MCSD (12 Days) (7/11/2005 to 18/11/2005)

"MSCD in 14 days! An amazing learning experience. I can't beleive how much we covered, particularly in the MCAD section. At least 80% of the class had very little experience of .NET before the course but at least 80% of the group were MCAD's by end of the week."
AH, No one right now.
Microsoft MCAD/MCSD (12 Days) (13/10/2003 to 26/10/2003)

"Having attended training courses in the past, I only really expected to get certification out of the course. I was wrong. Having only a little experience in .Net, I came away with a really good grounding across the board. I have never been on a course where you learn so much in such a short period of time. Of course, the instructor was awesome!"
George Weaving, Meridian Computer Services.
Microsoft MCAD/MCSD (12 Days) (1/5/2006 to 12/5/2006)

"The MCSD course is very hard work but the support offered by the staff at Firebrand* has been remarkable and I cannot recommend them enough."
Jonathan Dedman, Alpine Automation.
Microsoft MCAD to MCSD Upgrade (5 Days) (28/8/2006 to 1/9/2006)

"The location and the environment exceeded all my expectations by a mile. I have purely dedicated the whole week to studies with very good results, and the dinners will be missed the most! The quality is comparable to Claridges."
Audrius Seskanas, Accenture / UBS.
Microsoft MCAD to MCSD Upgrade (5 Days) (5/2/2007 to 9/2/2007)

"Firebrand* provided everything required so that I could focus on the task at hand. I shall use them again and can recomend them to anyone."
SW, Mobifed Ltd.
Microsoft MCAD to MCSD Upgrade (5 Days) (1/11/2004 to 6/11/2004)

"If you are prepared to work harder than you ever have in your life before, this is the perfect way to gain those vital qualifications."
Nick Jefferies, Unemployed.
Microsoft MCAD/MCSD (12 Days) (7/11/2005 to 18/11/2005)

"Learn alot in a short time, and came away qualified but exhausted"
Farid Abdi, Thames Valley University.
Microsoft MCAD to MCSD Upgrade (5 Days) (12/7/2004 to 18/7/2004)

"Fantastic trainer and hard work, but extremely productive."
Ian Rice, Rodo Ltd.
Microsoft MCAD/MCSD (12 Days) (26/6/2006 to 7/7/2006)

Certified Solution Developer (MCAD/MCSD) - Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status
23/11/2009	04/12/2009	Finished
21/12/2009	01/01/2010	Finished
18/01/2010	29/01/2010	Finished
15/02/2010	26/02/2010	Finished
15/03/2010	26/03/2010	Wait list
12/04/2010	23/04/2010	Wait list
10/05/2010	21/05/2010	Wait list
07/06/2010	18/06/2010	Limited availability

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