- CODE:ND
- CERTIFICATION:QQI Level 5 Award Computer Systems and Networks (5M0536) City & Guilds in ICT Systems and Principles 7540-13 (501/0277/1)
- DURATION:One Year
Description
This course will offer candidates an opportunity to progress onto a national apprenticeship in Information Technology at Level 6. You will learn the basics of a variety of ICT skills in networking and computer programming. The course will have a substantial work experience element, working with leading providers of computer services.
- Programme of Study
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- Customer Support Provision for the ICT Professional
- Testing ICT Systems
- Network Principles
- Software Design Fundamentals
- Health & Safety in the Workplace
- ICT Systems, Network Management & Security
- Programming in HTML5 with JavaScript and CSS3
- Principles of ICT Systems & data Security
- Preparation for Work / Employability Skills
- Career Guidance & Assessment
- Appreciation of Project Management
Components subject to change
- Entry Requirements
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One of the following:
- Leaving Certificate (minimum of five 06/H7’s or combination of five 06/ H7’s) or its equivalent. Extenuating circumstances may be considered
- Leaving Certificate Applied with a Merit profile
- Those with a demonstrated interest or experience may also be accepted, subject to satisfactory interview.
- QQI Level 4 Certificate with Distinction profile
- Mature Applicants – experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications
Places are offered following a successful interview.
- Career Opportunities
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- Network Engineer
- Software Developer
- Higher Education Progression*
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- Network Engineer Apprenticeship
- Software Developer Apprenticeship
- Course Co-Ordinator
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Paul Shortall