Computer Systems and Networks

The purpose of this course is to equip the learner with the fundamentals to install, configure and maintain computer systems and basic networks under supervision leading to employment in a range of sectors. It also facilitates progression to further studies at Level 6.

Modules include
Computer Systems Hardware
Operating Systems
Network Essentials
Maths for IT
Virtualisation Support
ICT Security Policy and Management
Communications
Work Experience

Work Experience
Two weeks work experience is incorporated into this course.

Progression:
On successful completion of this course students can progress to Computer Systems & Networks QQI Level 6 available in the College where they will expand their knowledge in the area of Internetworks, broadband and advanced operating systems, wireless networks, ISP technologies, multimedia technologies etc.

Graduates who achieve the required standard may also progress to further studies to Institutes of Technology and Universities. Examples of progression courses include:

DIT, DT080 Network Technologies
IT Tallaght, TA312 Computing
IT Tallaght, TA313 IT Management
Modules offered may be subject to change due to resource demands