Diploma in Software Development with AI

Program Highlights

Course Module : Diploma Programs
Duration : 12 Months
Format : Hybrid (Online/ In- person)
Center : All centers

Introduction

The Diploma in Software Development with AI trains you to design, build, and deploy modern software and intelligent web applications.

You learn programming using Python and JavaScript. You gain strong skills in full-stack web development, database design, RESTful API development, and cloud-based application deployment. You also learn how to analyze and work with data to support smart business solutions.

The program integrates Generative AI and advanced prompt engineering to help you automate tasks, improve development speed, and build AI-powered applications. You learn how to create smart web apps, automate workflows, and integrate AI into real business systems.

You work on practical projects that reflect real industry needs. You graduate with hands-on experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the confidence to work as a software developer, web developer, or AI-enabled application developer.

Start building the future with skills that combine software development and Artificial Intelligence.

Course Objectives

Build strong programming foundations using Python, JavaScript, C, and C++
Train students to design and develop full-stack web applications using modern frameworks
Equip learners with database design, SQL querying, and backend API development skills
Integrate Generative AI and prompt engineering into real development workflows
Enable students to deploy secure, scalable, and AI-enabled applications to real environments
Strengthen problem-solving through data structures, algorithms, and software architecture principles

Tools You'll Master

Programming Languages: Python, JavaScript, C, C++
Frontend: HTML5, CSS3, React, Bootstrap
Backend: Node.js, Express.js
Databases: MySQL, MongoDB
Version Control: Git and GitHub
AI Integration: OpenAI API, Hugging Face API
Other Tools: Postman, Microsoft Office Suite, Teams

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this diploma program, you will be able to:

Learn Generative AI concepts and how to apply AI in real-world development tasks
Develop advanced prompt engineering skills to control and optimize AI outputs
Mastery of HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, and tools commonly used by web page coders
Front-end and back-end application framework expertise
Improve your problem-solving and logic-building skills by learning about Data Structures and Algorithms
Use the Restful API to communicate with the client server
Database management foundation and SQL programming proficiency
Master React concepts to become a successful client-side application developer
Integrate experimentation practice by learning how to structure and implement software testing
Acquire a strong foundational skill in Office applications, Programming Logics, Web Design, Web Development
Build AI-powered applications and automate business and user workflows by building AI embedded solutions
Apply responsible and ethical AI principles by ensuring fairness, transparency, accountability, and safe real-world deployment

Target Audience

This diploma program is ideal for:

Senior High School graduates seeking a career in software development
University students who want practical full-stack skills
Entrepreneurs building digital products
Career switchers entering tech
Anyone interested in AI-powered software development

Career Opportunities

Junior Programmer
Software Developer
Full-stack Developer
Junior Full-stack Engineer
Program Analyst
Web Developer
Frontend Developer
AI-Enabled Application Developer
Backend Developer

Course Content

The 12-month diploma program is divided into 4 semesters with comprehensive modules covering Microsoft Office, AI fundamentals, programming, databases, and full-stack web development.

SEMESTER 1 - Module 1: Microsoft Office & AI Fundamentals ▼

1. Microsoft Word – Professional Documentation

Document formatting and layout control
Headers, footers, page breaks, columns
Styles, templates, and document branding
Track Changes and collaborative review
Mail Merge automation
Table of Contents, citations, indexing
Document protection and form controls
Business document development: Proposals, Contracts, Reports, Invoices, Corporate letters

2. PowerPoint – Presentation & Visual Communication

Storyboarding and slide planning
Visual hierarchy and layout systems
Typography and color theory
SmartArt and infographic creation
Data visualization with charts
Slide Master and theme design
Animations and presenter modes
Export and distribution formats

3. Excel – Data, Analysis & Financial Modeling

Cell referencing and core formulas: SUM, IF, COUNTIF, VLOOKUP
Data validation and dropdown systems
Data Handling: Structured vs unstructured data
Power Query for cleaning and transformation
Logical functions and error handling
Scenario Manager and Goal Seek
Statistical analysis: Correlation and variance
Financial Modeling: NPV, IRR, Profit and loss analysis
KPI dashboards and interactive filters
Automation with Macros and VBA basics

4. Microsoft Teams – Collaboration & Communication

Private chat vs team posts
Scheduled messages and video messaging
Channel management and meetings
Screen sharing and PowerPoint Live
Live captions and translation
OneDrive integration and shared workspaces

5. AI & Machine Learning Fundamentals

Types of AI: Supervised vs unsupervised learning
Data training lifecycle
NLP fundamentals: Tokenization and sentiment analysis

6. ChatGPT & Prompt Engineering

Persona-based prompting
Zero-shot and few-shot prompting
Chain-of-thought reasoning
Memory and token management
Multi-step conversation design
Study aids and flashcards

7. AI Image Generation

Prompt structuring for visuals
Style transfer and branding alignment
Campaign poster creation

8. Automation & Smart Workflows

Zapier
Make automation
Notion AI integration

SEMESTER 1 - Module 2: Software Development Foundations & Python Programming ▼

Fundamentals of OOP

Exploring Abstraction, Encapsulation, Polymorphism and Inheritance

Logic Building with Python Programming

Learn how to write algorithms in pseudocode and flowchart
Understand the modular approach in programming
Working with decision making, running loops and calling functions
Use dry run method in testing your algorithm
Learn the basics of Python and how to use existing modules to analyze data

Object Oriented Programming using Python

Handle files, exceptions and JSON files
Working with multithreading, Network Programming
CGI programming
Explore and build mini web apps with Flask

SEMESTER 2 - Module 1: Database Management Systems ▼

Introduction to RDBMS

Introduction to relational database management systems
Normalizations and serialization

Creating Database with MySQL

Creating tables - applying constraints
Inserting data - various methods of retrieving data
Deleting tables and records
Joining and subqueries
Implementing indexes and views - compound statement
Functions, Procedures and triggers

Administering SQL Databases

Managing User Accounts and Privileges
Data backup and restore

Introduction to MongoDB

What is MongoDB - Database and Collections
Documents Cursors - relation and Aggregation

SEMESTER 2 - Module 2: Introduction to Web Programming ▼

Web Application Architecture

Identify various technologies in making websites
Identify the working principles of client and server components

Responsive Website with HTML5, CSS3, & JavaScript

Work with HTML tags, div, sections, images, lists, tables, iframes, video and audio
CSS Selectors (Classes, IDs, children, pseudo-classes)
Box Model, Color, Positioning (Static, Fixed, Relative, Absolute)
FlexBox, Media Queries
Animations with Keyframes and Transition
Introduction to JavaScript: Alerts, console logging, integers, strings, variables
Boolean operators, comparing values, if statements
while loop, for loops, defining functions
Event handling, DOM manipulation

Code Versioning with Git

Basic and advanced Git operations
Pull request and how to create pull request at GitHub
Learn how to perform rebasing and merging of branches
Public repositories using forks and pull requests

Working with Frontend Libraries

jQuery and Bootstrap
Create fluid and responsive layouts
Creating forms and choosing great fonts for websites
Use jQuery to load dynamic content
Animations with jQuery
Insert and create new elements
Use of AJAX and Get/Post to connect to web API data JSON

SEMESTER 2 - Module 3: Frontend Development with React Framework ▼

Introduction and Project Initialization

Framework deep dive
Functional Component vs Class Component
State in Functional component
Counter functional component
Props in class and functional components
Previous data in functional component
Jsconfig, init layout + styles
Style component, Bootstrap

React Hooks

use Effect, useState, useContext, useRef

Routing, Authentication and State Management

Routing using react router
Consuming Restful API with axios and JavaScript fetch API

Introduction to Redux

Connect function
Dispatch action + simple reducer
Add logger to dispatch
Redux Promises, Middleware improvements
Redux thunk, Caching improvements
Enhancers

SEMESTER 2 - Module 4: Backend Development with Node & Express + AI Integration ▼

Introduction to Node.js

Asynchronous Programming
Building web application with Express - Routing
Restful API and Modules
MVC: Deeper understanding of MVC applications with Node.js

Introduction to Generative AI and Prompt Engineering for Coding

Creating reusable prompt templates
Auto-suggesting patterns, snippets, or microservices architectures

AI Integrated Development and Automation

API integration with OpenAI platform
API integration with Hugging Face AI platform

Eligibility Requirements

For learners who are typically aged 18 and above.
For learners who have recently been in education or training for the entry, the profile is likely to include one of th e following.
WASSCE: Passes in any three Core Subjects and three elective subjects including (Mathematics, English Language) or its equivalent (SSSCE, O-Level, A-Level, etc.) other related level 3 subjects such as ATHE Level 3 Diploma
An Access to Higher Education Certificate delivered by an approved further education institute and validated by an Access Validating Agency
Other equivalent international qualifications

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Program Highlights

Introduction

Course Objectives

Tools You'll Master

Learning Outcomes

Target Audience

Career Opportunities

Course Content

Eligibility Requirements

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