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    Quick Facts

    Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
    EnglishSelf StudyVideo and Text Based

    Course Overview

    The Agile Software Development course by edX is a six-week course offered by ETH Zurich, one of the leading international universities for technology and natural sciences. This computer science course teaches the fundamentals of agile concepts, benefits, ideas, and limitations of the IT industry.

    This course is split into six parts that hold an objective view of agile methods. Students can pick up on software skills that are relevant to the industry. This Agile Software Development online course offers a holistic approach to learning, from assessments to practices. Some of the topics touched upon including Agile Manifesto, Scrum roles, burndown charts, and few method-specific principles.

    Mr Bertrand Meyer from the Politecnico di Milano and Innopolis University instructs the course. Formerly from ETH Zurich, he is also the Chief Architect at Eiffel Software. Learners can choose to learn at their own pace with the pre-recorded videos included in the Agile Software Development syllabus. Additionally, a verified certificate will be available to students who pay the necessary fee.

    The Highlights

    • Online programme
    • A Computer Science introductory course
    • In-depth learning
    • A course completion certificate 
    • Six-week course
    • Self-paced
    • Video-based lectures
    • Video transcripts

    Programme Offerings

    • Verified Course Completion Certificate
    • Lectures
    • Video transcripts
    • Expert-driven curriculum
    • in-depth learning

    Courses and Certificate Fees

    Fees InformationsCertificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
    INR 4268yesETH Zurich

    Agile Software Development course fee structure :

    Course 

    Fee

    Agile Software Development (learning)

    FREE

    Agile Software Development (learning with certificate)

    Rs. 4,268  


    What you will learn

    Software development skills

    Learners of the Agile Software Development programme will be proficient in the topics mentioned below:

    • Key agile ideas
    • Agile principles
    • Agile practices
    • Agile artifacts
    • Agile roles
    • Agile methods- pros and cons
    • Agile methods- benefits

    Admission Details

    Join the Agile Software Development certification by following the steps given below:

    Step 1: Click here: https://www.edx.org/learn/agile-software-development/eth-zurich-agile-software-development  to look at the course details on the edX site.

    Step 2: Once thorough with the course offerings, click on the ‘Enroll’ option available at the top of the page. You can check the date and decide when to join.

    Step 3: edX’s login/ registration page will open. Register on edX by using your social media account or email ID.

    Step 4: The final step to complete the admission process is to start the course on the date mentioned by accessing your learning account on edX.

    Application Details

    Students don't need to fill any form to apply for the Agile Software Development certification course by edX. Merely registering with edX by creating a learning account will do.

    The Syllabus

    Instructors

    ETH Zurich Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

    1: What does the course focus on?

    This course is divided into six parts to focus on the context, principles, roles, practices, artefacts, and Agile assessment.

    2: Is it necessary to have a background in Computer Science before registering for the course?

    No. There are no compulsory prerequisites to pursue the Agile Software Development programme.

    3: By when should I ideally complete the course?

    The course can be completed in six weeks by dedicating two to three hours per week.

    4: What is the level of the course?

    The Agile Software Development online course is set at an introductory level programme in Computer Science.

    5: In which language are the transcripts available in?

    Transcripts for the course are available in English with pre-recorded class videos for students' convenience.

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