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Do you have an interest in how computers and networks work? Do you enjoy problem solving, troubleshooting and fixing other people’s IT issues? The purpose of this course is to equip the learner with computer technology fundamentals, such as PC i...

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Do you have an interest in how computers and networks work? Do you enjoy problem solving, troubleshooting and fixing other people’s IT issues? The purpose of this course is to equip the learner with computer technology fundamentals, such as PC installation, configuration, and installing mobile devices. It also covers the configuration, management, and troubleshooting of common wired and wireless network devices, including emerging technologies such as mobile, cloud, and virtualization technologies.

Expand+Fees/Refunds 2017/2018

Description Amount Available Exemptions

Non-refundable Registration Deposit – to accept course offer following interview €40

VTOS students exempt

Materials/Services €100

VTOS students exempt
BTEA students re...

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Description Amount Available Exemptions

Non-refundable Registration Deposit – to accept course offer following interview €40

VTOS students exempt

Materials/Services €100

VTOS students exempt
BTEA students receive 50% exemption.
FETAC/QQI €50Exam Fees: Level 5
Level 6 €80 exempt
PLC Government Levy €200 Medical Card, Student Grant, BTEA, VTOS all exempt.

NB: Additional costs may apply on a course by course basis where additional certification or specific resources are required. Details of these further costs will be outlined at interview.

Expand+Funding

Students may be eligible to avail of one of the following funding schemes:

Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (V.T.O.S.)
Eligible Students continue to get their full Social Welfare entitlements as well as the cost of text books,...

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Students may be eligible to avail of one of the following funding schemes:

Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (V.T.O.S.)
Eligible Students continue to get their full Social Welfare entitlements as well as the cost of text books, exam fees etc., for the duration of the course. Meal and travel allowances are also paid. An additional allowance is paid to those who are more than one year on the live register. Places are limited so early application is advisable.

Back to Education Allowance (BTEA)
The BTEA allows qualified applicants to return to full-time education in approved courses in order to advance the applicant’s level of education while continuing to receive some support. People in receipt of certain social welfare payments can retain these payments for the duration of the course. Please check the website www.welfare.ie for qualifying conditions.

Maintenance Grants
The Department of Education & Science provides 3rd level maintenance grants to eligible students attending full-time Further Education courses in the College. The grants are paid through the Student Universal Support System (SUSI) and are means tested. This payment is made subject to satisfactory attendance on your course. For further information check the website www.studentfinance.ie.

Expand+Applications Procedure

Applications are invited from interested students from January onwards. Applications may only be made online. Places for courses may be offered after each round of interviews, subject to availability, through to end of Sep...

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Applications are invited from interested students from January onwards. Applications may only be made online. Places for courses may be offered after each round of interviews, subject to availability, through to end of September.

All applications are acknowledged. Where places remain available candidates will be invited for interview, and notified accordingly shortly before the interview round. All correspondence is by way of email and SMS text. Interview rounds are as follows:

NB: Online Applications require a valid email address and mobile number. You must use your own PPSN number only when completing the application form online.

Feb/March: First round of interviews take place - Offers of a place accepted with a non-refundable deposit of €40 (Balance of Enrolment Fee payable in August)

April/May: Second round of interviews take place - Offers of a place accepted with a non-refundable deposit of €40 (Balance of Enrolment Fee payable at registration in August)

Aug/Sept: Third round of interviews take place - Full enrolment fee payable when accepting place.

In the event of a course being oversubscribed a waiting list is compiled.

Expand+Career Opportunities
Graduates of this programme find employment in roles such as Technical Support Specialist, Field Service Technician, IT Support Technician and IT Support Administrator in companies such as Dell, HP, Intel and many SME enterprise...

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Graduates of this programme find employment in roles such as Technical Support Specialist, Field Service Technician, IT Support Technician and IT Support Administrator in companies such as Dell, HP, Intel and many SME enterprises.

Progression:
On successful completion of this course students can progress to Computer Systems & Networks QQI Level 6 or to our Network Security Professional available in the College where they will expand their knowledge in the area of networking, advanced operating systems, wireless networks, ISP technologies, ethical hacking and securing network services.