| Course Name |
Computer Systems & Networks |
| Course Provider |
Beaufort College |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Louth & Meath ETB |
| Course Code |
5M0536 |
| 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 |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Navan |
| Course Content |
Course Overview
Computer Technicians are in extremely high demand within all sectors, including IT, business, medical, educational, etc. Completing this one year course demonstrates that a graduate possesses the fundamental knowledge and skills required to succeed in this booming area.
Objectives
Students will be equipped with the knowledge required to Install, configure and maintain networks and computer systems. |
| FET Code |
5M0536 - Computer Systems & Networks |
| Duration |
1 Year |
| Comment |
Interviews
All eligible applicants may be interviewed in May/June/August to assess course suitability. |
| Course Fee |
Course fee
€400 (includes €200 Government fee)
Exemption of €200 to medical card holders.
*Deposit of €50 required which is a non-refundable fee to include processing and registration of application.
Copy of Valid Medical Card is required. All fees to be paid in full on or before 30.09.17. |
| Financial Support |
Grant
All Students are eligible to apply through SUSI for the PLC Maintenance Grant (means tested) www.susi.ie |
| Interview |
All eligible applicants are interviewed in May/June and a further round of interviews will be held in late August to assess suitability. |
| Subjects Taught |
Modules Covered
Computer Systems Hardware
Networking Essentials
Operating Systems
Maths for IT
Communications
Work Experience
Visualisation Support
Programming & Design Principles
Word Processing
Work Placement
This will take place every Wednesday in a course related setting. This gives the student a good understanding of their chosen field in addition to the quality and characteristics required for a successful career. |
| Entry Requirements |
Students must have Leaving Certificate/Leaving Cert Applied with 5 passes or equivalent standard of education (OD3 minimum mathematics requirement). Mature students are welcome. All applicants will have an advisory meeting to offer guidance and to ensure course suitability. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Career Opportunities
Graduates may choose to undertake employment in a Computer Systems/Networking related area or pursue further study in a range of colleges and universities. |
| Further Enquiries |
Phone: (046) 9028915
Fax: (046) 9029589
Email: beaufortcollege@lmetb.ie
Web: www.beaufortcollege.ie |
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