Computer Systems And Networks Level 5

Course details

There is currently a global shortage of people with networking skills which is expected to grow as organisations and institutions continue to invest in mobile devices, cloud computing and big data. This new course has been recently developed to meet this increasing demand. Students wishing to acquire a higher level of professional technical skills can avail of progression routes onto our Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Computer Systems & Networks or alternatively suitably qualified graduates may apply via the CAO onto an undergraduate degree programme in a range of third level institutions

Assessment will be through continuous assessment and examinations.

Programme of Study

• Computer Systems
• Networking Essentials
• Operating Systems
• Computational Methods & Problem Solving
• Communications
• Work Experience
• Mobile Technologies
• Programming Design & Principles

Components subject to change

Entry Requirements

• Leaving Certificate or equivalent
• Leaving Certificate Applied with a distinction profile
• QQI Level 4 Certificate with distinction profile
• Mature Applicants – experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications

Places offered following successful interview.

Career Opportunities

• IT related work
• Network support

Higher Education Progression*

DIT:

BSc in Computing (DT211);

BSc in Networking Technologies (DT080)

IADT:

• BSc in Computing in Multimedia Programming (DL703)

IT Tallaght:

• BSc in Computing (TA312)

IT Blanchardstown:

• BSc in Information Technology (BN013)

Certification

QQI Level 5 Award Computer Systems and Networks (5M17814)