Computer Systems & Networks - Advanced
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.
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
1 year (38 weeks)
Entry Requirements
A relevant QQI Level 5 course must be completed in this area
Mature students (age 23+) welcome
Interview
Careers / Further progression
Course Progression
There are wide range of progression opportunities available for FET graduates via the CAO website. Please view the entry requirements for all Higher Education colleges here: https://www.cao.ie/index.php?page=scoring&s=fetac
Further information
Course commences 7th September 2026
Mayo College of Further Education & Training is offering no tuition fees for September 2026, which covers exam fees, student consumables, and journals. This includes courses across campuses in Ballina, Castlebar, and Westport, aimed at relieving the cost of living crisis. Some specific courses or materials might still have costs, but tuition is free.
Means tested grants are available from SUSI.
Please visit http://www.susi.ie/ for more information and to make an application.
Yes
This course will give you the skill, knowledge and competence required in the Networking sector. Successful students will be awarded a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Computer Systems & Networks. All students complete a two week work experience placement as part of their studies on this course.
Physical and Logical Networking 6N2093
Systems Software 6N1411
Information Technology Administration 6N0735
Network Infrastructure 6N0733
Communications 6N1950 or Customer Service 5N0972
Work Experience 6N1946
Mathematics 6N3395
Digital Compliance 6N1272
6M0695 - Computer Systems & Networks
Award: Level 6 QQI Advanced Certificate in Computer Systems and Networks - 6M0695.
Phone: 094 9023134
Email: admin@ccfe.ie