Networking Technologies
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the skills and understanding to install, configure and maintain computer systems and basic network and cloud systems leading to employment in a range of sectors. It also facilitates progression in education including to further education or training at Level 6 and Degrees in Computer Science and Network Engineering.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
You should be at least 17 years of age.
One references must be uploaded to your online application page.
Leaving Certificate standard is required; or Pass Level (120 credits) in the Leaving Certificate Applied. Individual courses may have specific additional requirements. These will be outlined in the course descriptions for each course.
Relevant work experience or training will be considered.
Careers / Further progression
PROGRESSION
6M0695 L6 Computer Systems and Networks- Liberties College
TU716 L7 Networking Technologies – TU Dublin City Campus
TU713 L7 Computer Engineering – TU Blanchardstown
TU655 L6 Networking Technologies (learn & work) – TU Blanchardstown.
EMPLOYMENT
Network installation and maintenance in home computer usage and in small business networks.
IT Technician roles in large IT and service companies.
Further information
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All full-time day courses are €50. This is a non-refundable registration charge.
Students undertaking any full time Further Education course may apply for a means tested maintenance grant. Application forms are available from www.susi.ie. Students from designated disadvantaged partnership areas may be eligible for financial assistance towards course charges.
Online Applications open for 2024/25
Alternatively you can obtain an application form from the College Office.
Completed forms should be returned to:
Admissions Office
Liberties College
Bull Alley Street Dublin 8
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the skills and understanding to install, configure and maintain computer systems and basic network and cloud systems leading to employment in a range of sectors. It also facilitates progression in education including to further education or training at Level 6 and Degrees in Computer Science and Network Engineering.
Features of this course
Opportunities for students to apply for high quality work placement with industry partners
Networking for home and small business
Practical experience in computer and network maintenance
Access to industry standard software and networking hardware in a dedicated computer lab.
PRINCIPAL AREAS OF STUDY
Computer Systems Hardware
Networking Essentials
Operating Systems
Maths for IT
Virtualisation Support
Programming and Design Principals
Communications
Work Studies
(Modules offered may be subject to change).
5M0536 - Computer Systems & Networks
CERTIFICATION: QQI Level 5 Computer Systems & Networks - 5M0536.
Phone: 01 454 0044
Email: info@liberties.cdetb.ie
Web: www.libertiescollege.ie