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The Diploma of Technician (DT) in Information Technology is a 4-year vocational training program at Lycée
Privé Emile Metz. The program is organized in modules rather than traditional subjects, combining both
general education and specialized vocational training in IT.
Key Features:
- Modular structure with compulsory and optional modules
- Modules divided between general education and vocational education
- Two 6-week internships (in 4th and 8th semesters)
- Final integrated project (PIF) required for graduation
Career Scope:
- Wide field of action: Banks, administrations, commercial/industrial companies, electrical engineering, construction, mechanical companies
- Core responsibilities: Installation, commissioning and maintenance of computer hardware
- Potential work environments:
- Computer sales (customer advice, machine setup)
- Companies with IT equipment (workstation maintenance, networks)
- Software/IT service providers
- Research institutions
- Includes simple programming tasks, though primarily technician-focused
Curriculum Overview:
Program Timeline
1st Year
- Computer components (sizing, assembly)
- Development of static web pages (HTML)
- Windows OS installation/configuration
- Mechanical and electrical workshop
2nd Year
- Computer maintenance
- Network cabling and services
- Linux OS installation/configuration
- Client-side scripting (JavaScript)
3rd Year
- Data modelling and DB management
- Computer network design (Cisco CCNA)
- Linux/Windows server configuration
- Server-side web scripting (PHP)
Final Year
- Linux/Windows network services
- Data and hardware security
- Automation with scripts
- Web applications
Program Structure
First 4 Semesters (Years 1-2)
General Education
| Code | Module Name | Sem 1 | Sem 2 | Sem 3 | Sem 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANGLA(1-4) | English | 2h | 2h | 2h | 2h |
| FRANC(1-4) | French | 2h | 2h | 2h | 2h |
| EDUCI(1-3) | Citizenship education | 2h | 2h | 2h | |
| EDSAN | Health education | 2h | |||
| EDUPH(1-4) | Sports education | 2h | 2h | 2h | |
| MATHE(1-4) | Mathematics | 2h | 2h | 2h | 2h |
| LUXEM(1-4)** | Luxembourgish | 2h | 2h | 2h | 2h |
** Optional module
Vocational Education
| Code | Module Name | Sem 1 | Sem 2 | Sem 3 | Sem 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SYSEX1* | Operating systems (Windows) | 6h | |||
| HTSTA | Development of static web pages | 6h | |||
| CREDO | Documentations | 4h | |||
| TEPRE | Presentations | 4h | |||
| DICOM1 | Computer components | 3h | |||
| DICOM2 | Computer components | 3h | |||
| ATINF1 | Workshop 1 | 5h | |||
| ATINF2 | Workshop 2 | 5h | |||
| SYSEX2 | Operating systems (Linux) | 5h | |||
| COSER | Network services (Workstation) | 5h | |||
| CLISS1* | Client Side Scripting 1 | 4h | |||
| CLISS2 | Client Side Scripting 2 | 4h | |||
| ATINF3 | Workshop 3 | 6h | |||
| ATINF4 | Workshop 4 | 6h | |||
| PROTO1 | Projects 1 | 3h | |||
| PROTO2 | Projects 2 | 3h |
* Fundamental modules must all be passed to progress
Last 4 Semesters (Years 3-4)
General Education
| Code | Module Name | Sem 5 | Sem 6 | Sem 7 | Sem 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANGLA(5-8) | English | 2h | 2h | 2h | 2h |
| FRANC(5-8) | French | 2h | 2h | 2h | 2h |
| EDUCI(4-7) | Citizenship education | 1h | 1h | 1h | 1h |
| EDUPH(5-8) | Sports education | 1h | 1h | 1h | 1h |
| MPMAA(1-4)** | Mathematics (prep UNI) | 2h | 2h | 3h | 3h |
| MPANG(1-4)** | English (prep UNI) | 4h | 4h | 4h | 4h |
** Optional module
Vocational Education
| Code | Module Name | Sem 5 | Sem 6 | Sem 7 | Sem 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WSERS1 | Web Server Side Scripting 1 | 6h | |||
| WSERS2 | Web Server Side Scripting 2 | 6h | |||
| EXDON | Use of databases | 6h | |||
| MODON | Data modelling | 6h | |||
| CORE1 | Design of computer networks 1 | 6h | |||
| CORE2 | Design of computer networks 2 | 6h | |||
| ISEWI | Installation Win Server | 4h | |||
| ISELI | Installation Linux Server | 4h | |||
| SECMA | Equipment security | 4h | |||
| SECDO | Data security | 4h | |||
| SYSOP1 | System Operator 1 | 5h | |||
| SYSOP2 | System Operator 2 | 5h | |||
| AUTLI | Scripts – Automatisation Linux | 3h | |||
| AUTWI | Scripts – Automatisation Win | 3h | |||
| WEBAP1 | Web Applications 1 | 3h | |||
| WEBAP2 | Web Applications 2 | 3h | |||
| REPIF1 | Implementation of the PIF 1 | 6h | |||
| REPIF2 | Implementation of the PIF 2 | 6h |
Assessments & Reviews
Module Assessment
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- Each module is assessed on a scale of 60 points
- Minimum 30 points required to pass a module
- Compulsory modules must score at least 20 points
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Minimum 20 for compulsory
30 to pass module
Points scale per module (out of 60 total points)
Intermediary Review (After 4 Semesters)
- Must pass all fundamental modules
- Must complete 6-week internship (4th semester)
- Failed complementary modules don’t need to be retaken if review passed
- Any compulsory module has been rated at least 20 points
Final Review (After 8 Semesters)
- Must pass all fundamental modules (except one internship)
- Must complete second 6-week internship (8th semester)
- Must successfully complete Final Integrated Project (PIF)
- Any compulsory module has been rated at least 20 points
Admission Requirements
- 5G diploma completed at globally advanced or basic level
- Mathematics: sufficient advanced coursework or strong basic coursework
- Pass entrance exams in English and Mathematics
- Submit application for admission
Graduation Prospects
Upon successful completion of the DT in Information Technology, graduates can:
- Enter the workforce as IT professionals in various roles
- Pursue Master Craftsmanship (Brevet de Maîtrise) while working
- Bridge to General Secondary Education (ESG) in ‘2e’ (12th year)
- Advanced Technical Studies (BTS – Brevet de Technicien Supérieur)
- University Studies through preparatory modules
