| Course Name |
Computer Systems & Networks |
| Course Provider |
Castlebar College of Further Education |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Mayo Sligo Leitrim ETB |
| Course Code |
6M0695 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)
More info...
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Major |
QQI |
Level 6 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Castlebar |
| Course Content |
Expand+Programme Overview
This course aims to equip the learner with the fundamentals to install, configure and maintain computer systems and basic networks. The programme facilitates learning that is vocationally specific in nature and flexible in struc...
Hide-Programme Overview
This course aims to equip the learner with the fundamentals to install, configure and maintain computer systems and basic networks. The programme facilitates learning that is vocationally specific in nature and flexible in structure so that the learner has the maximum opportunity to improve his/her specialised academic and vocational literacy, numerical, ICT and planning skills. There is a growing need and demand for qualified IT professionals. This course will give you the skill, knowledge and competence required in the Networking sector
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| FET Code |
6M0695 - Computer Systems & Networks |
| Duration |
1 Year September to May |
| Comment |
Qualifications obtained?
Level 6 QQI Advanced Certificate in Computer Systems and Networks 6M0695 |
| Course Fee |
Expand+College Fees: 380
College Fees with all Exemptions: 150
Part of the fee includes a Government Levy of €200 and a QQI/FETAC Examination Fee, currently €50 for Level 5 programmes and €80 for Level 6 programmes.
The following categories are exemp...
Hide-College Fees: 380
College Fees with all Exemptions: 150
Part of the fee includes a Government Levy of €200 and a QQI/FETAC Examination Fee, currently €50 for Level 5 programmes and €80 for Level 6 programmes.
The following categories are exempt from both of these fees:
Current Medical Card Holders (up-to-date medical cards to be presented at interview)
VTOS dispersed students
Students awarded Back to Education Allowance from INTREO
Documentation must be provided to College Office to avail of any exemptions
Recipients of the Student Grant (www.susi.ie) are exempt from the €200 Government Levy ONLY. Clear, original, up-to-date evidence must be provided to CCFE to avail of any exemption.
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| Financial Support |
Grants are available to students of CCFE on the same basis as they are to third-level students, subject to a means test. Details on the Grant Scheme are available from www.susi.ie |
| Interview |
Yes |
| Application Date |
Applications are made online at www.ccfe.ie
There is an initial, non-refundable Application Charge of €50, payable at the time of application
The additional college fees apply |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Application Fee |
€50 |
| Subjects Taught |
Course Content (Modules and Codes)
Typical modules can include:
6N1411 Physical and Logical Networking
6N1411 Systems Software
6N0735 Information Technology Administration
6N0733 Network Infrastructure
6N1950 Communications
6N1956 Work Experience
Spreadsheets
A choice of 2 from the following:
6N3395 Virtualisation Support
6N0856 Distributed Systems
6N0734 Mobile Technologies
6N3395 Mathematics |
| Entry Requirements |
The learner who has either successfully completed a programme leading to a level 5 QQI Certificate OR can demonstrate the levels of knowledge, skill and competence associated with NFQ level 5 will be eligible to apply for entry to this programme.
Ideally, entrants should have experience and proficiency in programming and mathematics at a level equivalent to NFQ level 5. |
| Assessment Method |
Continuous Assessment, Collection of Work and Exams |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Progression Opportunities
For information on all relevant Higher Education links visit www.qqi.ie, www cao.ie and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. It is advisable that applicants confirm linked awards, module requirements, applications processes and scoring systems with the Admissions Officer of the relevant Higher Education body.
Career Opportunities
Employment opportunities include working in computer systems and networks. |
| Further Enquiries |
Phone: 094 9023134
Fax: 094 9027172
Email: admin@ccfe.ie
Web: www.ccfe.ie |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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