| Course Name |
Computer Networking Technologies |
| Course Provider |
Colaiste Dhulaigh College of Further Education |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
City of Dublin ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
5M0536 6M0695 |
| 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 |
| Course Content |
This two-year course is designed to build the students confidence and skills in Networking, Computer Maintenance, Web Authoring and Electronics. The course has a high practical content to maximise and develop new skills. |
| FET Code |
5M0529- Software Development
6M0691- Computer Systems and Networks Level 6 |
| Duration |
2 years |
| Comment |
Certification
QQI Level 5 & 6. |
| Alternative Entry |
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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 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 |
YEAR 1 - (QQI Level 5)
Computer Systems Hardware , Networking Essentials, Operating Systems, Maths for Computers, Customer Service, Work Experience, Virtualisation Support, Programming and Design Principals, CISCO CCNA 1.
YEAR 2 - (QQI LEVEL 6)
Physical and Logical Networking, Systems Software, Information
Technology Administration, Network Infrastructure, Digital
Compliance, Mobile Technologies, Communications, Work
Experience, CISCO (CCNA 1&2). |
| Entry Requirements |
Leaving Certificate (including LCA) and interview. Mature students are welcome. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Career Opportunities
Computer Networking, Computer Maintenance, Electronics and Information and Communications Support area.
College Links
Students who successfully complete year two will gain advanced entry to year two of the level 7 degree in Networking Technology in DIT. Students may also progress to the final year of an honours degree in Sunderland University. |
| Further Enquiries |
Telephone 01 848 1400
Fax 01 847 1544
email coolock@cdcfe.cdetb.ie
Website www.cdcfe.ie |
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