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Computer Systems & Networks

PLC Post Leaving Cert
6M0695

This course provides advanced training on computer systems and networking technology. Students with suitable qualifications can apply for this Level 6 award or progress from the Networking Technician level 5 course.

Award Name Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Major
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 6 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) Major QQI Level 6 NFQ
Course Provider:
Alternate Provider:
Location:
Liberties
Attendance Options:
Daytime, Full time
Apply to:
Course provider

Duration

1 year full-time.

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of QQI Level 5 Computer Systems and Networks 5M0536 or equivalent.

Mature students with suitable experience and aptitude will be considered for this course

Careers / Further progression

PROGRESSION
DN201 L8 Computer Science – University College Dublin
TU716 L7 Networking Technologies – TU Dublin City Campus
TU860 L8 Computing – TU Blanchardstown
TU859 L8 Computing – TU Tallaght
TU856 L8 Computer Science – TU Dublin City Campus

EMPLOYMENT
Network installation and maintenance in home computer usage and in small business networks.

IT Technician roles in large IT and services companies

Access to FIT apprenticeships

QQI FET Links to CAO Courses

Course Web Page

Further information

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All full-time day courses are €50. This is a non-refundable registration charge.

Students undertaking any full time Further Education course may apply for a means tested maintenance grant. Application forms are available from www.susi.ie. Students from designated disadvantaged partnership areas may be eligible for financial assistance towards course charges.

Online Applications open for 2024/25
Alternatively you can obtain an application form from the College Office.

Completed forms should be returned to:
Admissions Office
Liberties College
Bull Alley Street Dublin 8

FEATURES OF THE COURSE
Students complete a three week block of work experience in IT related businesses

Networking for home and small business

Practical experience in computer and network maintenance

Access to industry standard software and networking hardware in a dedicated computer lab

Each level 6 student has access to their own industry grade server

Optional access to Microsoft certifications at no extra cost

Students can get advanced entry into second year of TU716 degree course

PRINCIPAL AREAS OF STUDY

Physical and Logical Networking
Systems Software
Information Technology Administration
Network Infrastructure
Virtualisation Support
Network Security
Customer Service
Work Experience

(Modules offered may be subject to change).

Computer Systems and Networks - 6M0695.

CERTIFICATION: QQI Level 6 Computer Systems and Networks - 6M0695.

Phone: 01 454 0044
Email: info@liberties.cdetb.ie
Web: www.libertiescollege.ie

Course Provider:
Alternate Provider:
Location:
Liberties
Attendance Options:
Daytime, Full time
Apply to:
Course provider