Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
This two-year Computer Networking course is designed to build the students confidence and skills in Networking Models & Technologies, Networking Essentials, Operating Systems and Electronics. The course has a high practical content to maximise and develop new skills which includes.
Computer Networking and Cyber Security industries are seeing a huge growth in employment with many companies finding it difficult to recruit due to the shortage of skills in the area. Coláiste Dhúlaigh College of Further Education has excellent relationship with employers in this sector.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Year 1:
Computer Systems Hardware
Networking Essentials
Operating Systems
Maths for Information Technology
Work Experience/Personal and Professional Development
Virtualisation Support
Programming & Design Principles
Communications
Year 2:
IT Administration
Systems Software 2
Network Infrastructure
Network Security
Digital Compliance
Physical & Logical Networking
Work Experience
Communications
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)
This course leads to a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.
To view CAO courses to which this award provides a possible progression route, click below:
| QQI Code |
| 6M0695 |
To calculate Points based on your QQI award results, use the PLC Points Calculator.
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
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.
Further Research
National Statistics for this Award (All Ireland)
The following data provides general information about this Award from colleges across Ireland.
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Career Progression
Computer Networking, Cyber Security, Computer Maintenance, Electronics, ICT Support.