Network Technologies CCNA and QQI Level 6

Course details

This course aims to provide learners with the knowledge and skills necessary for a career as an entrylevel Network Engineer. The CCNA validates the ability to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot medium-size routed and switched networks.

Course Content:

Course content covers the associated knowledge and skills necessary to:

make connections to remote sites via a WAN, • mitigate basic security threats, and • understand the requirements for wireless network access.

CCNA training covers (but is not limited to) the use of these protocols:

IP, VoIP, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), Serial Line Interface Protocol Frame Relay, Routing Information Protocol Version 2 (RIPv2), RIPng, VLANs, Ethernet, and access control lists (ACLs).

Entry Requirements:

Students must have completed a QQI/FETAC Level 5 Information Technology course or equivalent. Suitable applicants who did not receive their qualification from Collinstown Park Community College will be contacted by FIT and will be required to sit an Aptitude Test.

Work Experience

Students will complete a work experience placement and may apply for an internship on completion of the course subject to availability.

Certification:

Fastrack to Information Technology, CompTIA A+ Certificate, QQI Level 5 Component Certificate.

Prospects:

Successful completion of the course will enable learners to gain employment as an entry-level Network Engineer or progress to further study – e.g. Cisco professional certifications.