Computer Systems & Networks

Castlebar College of Further Education

 

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 NameNFQ ClassificationAwarding BodyNFQ Level
Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)  More info... Major QQI Level 6 NFQ
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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...

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...

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
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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
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