This two-year Computer Networking course is designed to build the students confidence and skills in Networking Models & Technologies, Networking Essentials, Operating Systems and Electronics. The course has a high practical content to maximise and develop new skills.
Computer Networking and Cyber Security industries are seeing a huge growth in employment with many companies finding it difficult to recruit due to the shortage of skills in the area. Coláiste Dhúlaigh College of Further Education has excellent relationship with employers in this sector.
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, QQI level 4 full award. Mature students are welcome. Students who may not have formal academic requirements but who have the ability to successfully participate on the course will be considered.
If English is not your first language you may be asked to complete an English assessment
Certificate in Computer Systems and Networks QQI Level 5 (5M0536)
Advanced Certificate in Computer Systems and Networks QQI Level 6 (6M0695)
Computer Networking, Cyber Security, Computer Maintenance, Electronics, ICT Support.
Students who successfully complete year two may gain advanced entry to year two of Ordinary Degree in Networking Technologies (DT080) in Dublin Institute of Technology. Successful students can progress to the final year of an Honours Degree in the University of Sunderland.
2 Years
Year 1
Registration fee: €100
Year 2
Registration fee: €100
Applicants in receipt of a Social Welfare payment will keep their payment whilst studying on the course under the Back to Education Allowance scheme.
| College | City of Dublin FET College, Dhúlaigh, Northeast Campus |
| Course ID | 202181 |
| Course Location | EU |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 17 |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Entry Requirements | Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, QQI level 4 full award. Mature students are welcome. Students who may not have formal academic requirements but who have the ability to successfully participate on the course will be considered. If English is not your first language you may be asked to complete an English assessment |
| Career Path | Certification Certificate in Computer Systems and Networks QQI Level 5 (5M0536) Advanced Certificate in Computer Systems and Networks QQI Level 6 (6M0695) Career Opportunities Computer Networking, Cyber Security, Computer Maintenance, Electronics, ICT Support. |
| Course Code | Yr 1 5M0536, Yr 2 6M0695 |
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