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068 - inter-disciplinary programmes and qualifications involving information and communication technologies (icts)
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ICT software specifications

knowledge

information and communication technologies (icts)

information and communication technologies (icts)

software and applications development and analysis

ICT software specifications

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The characteristics, use and operations of various software products such as computer programmes and application software.

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ICT application specifications

ICT programme specifications

ICT software specification

ICT software specifying

ICT system specifications

specify use of ICT software

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

sector specific skills and competences

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DG Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion of the European Commission developed ESCO in collaboration with stakeholders and with the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop).

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Current version: ESCO v1.2 (Last update 15/05/2024)