Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
This course is suited to people who are logical and who are interested in hands on work with computing technology. it provides the opportunity to train for a career in providing Network Administration, Programming and Security Services and Technical Support. it gives learners the chance to build and configure desktop computers and deliver different operating systems across desktop and handheld devices. Learners enhance communication and interpersonal skills working in groups in the college PC Maintenance lab by creating a small business network and configuring the security using physical and virtual environments. This course also covers coding software apps. According to Solas reports the Technical Support field has been the largest growth area in employment rates in the Irish IT Sector for the last 5 years.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Operating Systems
Networking Essentials
Computer Systems Hardware
Communications
Work Experience
Programming Design Principles
Maths for IT
ICT Security Policy & Management
Mobile Technologies
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 |
| 5M0536 |
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
IT specialist jobs including Helpdesk Support, Network Technician and Customer Support.