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CAO (Higher Education - HET)

Degree - Honours Bachelor

Computer Engineering for Network Infrastructure

TUS Midlands (formerly AIT)
TUS Midlands (formerly AIT)
Course Code
US824
Zone
Level
NFQ Type
Major
Duration
4 Years
Attendence
Full Time
CAO Points 2022
299
Points Change

Course Summary

This programme will provide the student with skills in the design and test of medium-sized scripting applications. The programme will also cover data modelling and database design; students will also assess data storage and retrieval for large data sets required for Big Data. The student will also cover network management and enhanced network topics such as SDN. Augmented User Interaction, or AR, looks at the emergence of interaction networks across a number of domains through completing a project. Students will also research, implement, document and present a final year project in a related area.

US824 - Computer Engineering for Network Infrastructure [Athlone]
US824 - Computer Engineering for Network Infrastructure [Athlone]

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College Link

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Career Sectors

This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.

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Entry Requirements

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QQI / FET Links

PLC courses leading to the following QQI Major Awards may be used for entry into this course.

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Note: Information for 2024 Entry
Award Code Award Title
5M0529 Software Development
5M2067 Information Processing

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The Student

Career Interests

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.

Investigative

The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.

Realist

Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.

Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.

Career Progression

As a graduate of this course, you can expect to find employment as a network designer, network system administrator, software roles, technical sales in a range of industries. Potential employers include: Ericsson, Valeo, Cisco, Avaya, SAP, Google, Facebook, Amazon, Microsoft, IBM, intel, VMWare and a range of enterprises from small start-ups to areas such smart manufacturing, transport, healthcare and finance where networks have become key to their operation.

Successful graduates of this programme are eligible for Level 9 and 10 postgraduate programmes within TUS or elsewhere. Graduates with honours are eligible to apply to join the Master of Science in Software Engineering (level 9).

Further Research

College Link > US824 - Computer Engineering for Network Infrastructure

Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)

Qualifax
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