Course Description
Computer Systems and Networks
Dunboyne College of Further Education
Computer Systems and Networks 5M0536
WHAT IS COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND NETWORKS?
This one-year business course in information
technology is for students who are interested
in pursuing a career in the computer industry
or the modern technology office. It aims to
prepare students for careers that require
specialist knowledge in programming,
networking implementation, and web
technology. This course also provides an
excellent foundation for those wishing to
pursue degree programmes in Institutes of
Technology and universities or for those who
wish to progress onto Level 6 programmes.
Students will have gained the knowledge and
skills to set up and troubleshoot networks.
They will also be able to respond to customer
technical support queries and create secure
networks.
COURSE CONTENT
• Computer Systems Hardware
• Communications
• Networking Essentials
• Web Authoring
• Mathematics for IT
• Operating Systems
• Word Processing
• Mobile Technologies
• Programming and Design Principles
• Work Experience
• ICT Security Policy and Management
CERTIFICATION:
• QQI Level 5 in Computer Systems and Networks 5M0536
| Course Code | 5M0536 |
| College Name | Dunboyne College of Further Education |
| Course Category | Computers & IT (Information Technology), Network+ Certification |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Level 5 Certificate |
| Course Location | Meath, UK |
| Delivery mode | Classroom based |
| Course Start Date | 20th September 2021 |
| Course End Date | 20th May 2022 |
| Course Duration | One Year |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Title of Awarding | QQI Level 5 in Computer Systems and Networks 5M0536 |
| Entry Requirements | ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • Leaving Cert or LCA • Mature students of all backgrounds • Other equivalent qualification All applicants will be interviewed regardless of previous qualifications. Apply directly at www.dunboynecollege.ie |
| Career Path | CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Students who qualify in this area can pursue further study and a career in: technical support, networking, computer manufacturing, and customer support, computer sales or marketing. They can also work with financial institutions, call centres, and government departments. QQI graduates are eligible to apply to institutes of technology and universities for follow-on courses such as linked courses in places like TU Dublin, Maynooth University, Athlone IT, Blanchardstown IT, NUIG (Shannon), Marino Institute of Education, American College, Dun Laoghaire IADT. For example, students can apply for the over 175 places available in first arts in Maynooth University and take computer options. EXAMPLES OF HIGHER EDUCATION PROGRESSION: Maynooth: MH601 Computer Science (Level 8, 4 Years) Dundalk Institute of Technology: DK721 Computing (Level 7, 3 Years) TU Dublin – Blanchardstown: TU860 Computing Information Technology (Level 8, 4 Years) Limerick IT: LC239 Computer Network Systems and Management (Level 8, 4 Years) |
