| Course Name |
Computer Science |
| Course Provider |
Colaiste Dhulaigh College of Further Education |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
City of Dublin ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
5M0529 6M0691 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
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Major |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)
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Major |
QQI |
Level 6 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Coolock, Dublin 5 |
| Course Content |
This course encompasses many aspects of computing from scientific foundation, to programming, systems analysis and familiarisation with a range of industrial and commercial applications. |
| FET Code |
5M0529 - Software Development
6M0691 - Software Development |
| Duration |
2 years |
| Comment |
Certification:
QQI Level 5 and Level 6 Software Development |
| Alternative Entry |
Expand+International Applicants
The college welcomes applications from qualified international applicants. International (non-EU) learners must comply with Irish immigration requirements and must present either a student visa or a letter of permission to r...
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The college welcomes applications from qualified international applicants. International (non-EU) learners must comply with Irish immigration requirements and must present either a student visa or a letter of permission to remain in Ireland, issued by the Immigration section of the Department of Justice. Non-EU learners in certain circumstances may be required to pay a course fee for their course. For further details, please contact the college.
Learners are advised that to benefit from their chosen course they should be proficient in written and spoken English. Learners may be required to do an English Language proficiency assessment as part of the interview process.
Mature Students
The number of mature students attending CDCFE is increasing each year and at present constitutes a significant proportion of our total numbers. Mature students are very welcome and our Learner Support Service will pay particular attention to their learning needs.
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| Course Fee |
Course Charges
There are no fees for tuition. However, in line with provision in the third level sector, charges exist to cover the costs of the following items: books, some equipment, uniforms/clothing, student services, student union, examination fees and registration charges by professional bodies. Check website for individual course charges. In addition students are liable for a €200 participant contribution. Some categories of student are exempt from paying the contribution
- see website. |
| Financial Support |
Grants
Students undertaking any full time Further Education course may apply for a means tested maintenance grant. Application forms are available from SUSI www.susi.ie. Students from designated disadvantaged partnership areas may be eligible for financial assistance towards course charges. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Subjects Taught |
Course Content
Year 1
Fundamentals of Object Oriented Programming (Java), Programming and Design Principles, Software Architecture, Database Methods, Communications, Work Experience, Networking, Computational Methods and Problem Solving.
YEAR 2
Object Oriented Programming, Graphical User Interface Programming, Software Architecture, Project Management, Web Development, Relational Databases, Communications, Work Experience. |
| Entry Requirements |
Leaving Certificate (minimum pass in ordinary level Mathematics) and interview. Mature students are welcome. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Career Opportunities
Students can anticipate employment as computer technicians, web
designers, software and hardware support specialists and computer
sales professionals. Alternatively they may use the course as a
sound academic basis for furthe...
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Students can anticipate employment as computer technicians, web
designers, software and hardware support specialists and computer
sales professionals. Alternatively they may use the course as a
sound academic basis for further study.
College Links
Successful students may progress to the second year of the Degree in Computer Science (DT228) or the Computing degree (DT211) in Kevin’s Street DIT and also to the second year of Computing courses in ITB. Also refer to the QQI links section on our website.
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| Further Enquiries |
Telephone 01 848 1400
Fax 01 847 1544
email coolock@cdcfe.cdetb.ie
Website www.cdcfe.ie |
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