Datacenter Technologies & COMPTIA A+
The overall aim of the program is to equip the learner with the fundamentals to install, configure and maintain computer systems and basic networks under supervision leading to employment in a range of sectors. It also facilitates progression in education including to further and higher, education or training.
| Award Name | A Plus |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | CompTIA |
| NFQ Level | |
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Plus | CompTIA | ||
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 Year
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative. It is expected that the learner availing of this programme will come from diverse social, economic and/or cultural backgrounds. The learner may have an existing vocationally specific skillset and seek re-skilling/up-skilling in order to re-enter the workforce.
Internship
Working with a company for an internship is a compulsory part of this course.
Careers / Further progression
Employability Statement
The successful completion of this award will enable
applicants to work independently and under supervision in
a range of contexts.
Further information
ALL students (with the exception of VTOS/Traineeship students) are required to pay a non-refundable deposit to secure course place. Other fees may apply depending on the course you choose and your financial situation.
A detailed breakdown of fees will be given to students at interview stage. Non EU / EAA Citizens are charged fees as set by the Dept. of Education & Skills – details available from the college.
Early School Leavers, students on Low Incomes, Medical Card Holders/Social Protection recipients may avail of variety of fee exemptions/ financial supports while studying at the college. See below:
PLC / SUSI Grant
Full time PLC students with low income may qualify for grant (www.susi.ie)
Back to Education Allowance (BTEA)
Full time PLC students in receipt of a Social Protection payment may be eligible for BTEA – to apply contact your local Intreo Office (www.welfare.ie)
Traineeship / VTOS
Students applying for courses run under Traineeship / VTOS will be given an eligibility form specificc to their course from the college which Intreo will then complete. TO QUALIFY FOR PLACE ON A VTOS/TRAINEESHIP COURSE YOU MUST BE OVER 21, LONG TERM UNEMPLOYED & SOCIAL PROTECTION RECIPIENT / DEPENDANT SPOUSE. THESE COURSES ARE PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE TO ELIGIBLE PARTICIPANTS.
Back to Education Initiative (BTEI)
Our part time courses are run under the BTEI, course fee exemptions may be available to unemployed early school leavers/Medical Card holders/Social Protection recipients.
Childcare Support
Childcare assistance may be available to eligible students under the TEC programme, for further information go to www. southdublinchildcare.ie
Full time PLC students with low income may qualify for grant (www.susi.ie)
APPLICATION PROCESS
Step 1. Online applications only. Apply through the college website www.collinstownpark.ie
Your will need your PPS number, email address and mobile number to apply. Late applicants (received after May) will be placed on a waiting list and may be called for interview if course places available.
Step 2. Interview
Applicants will be called for interview in the school.
Step 3. Offers
Successful applicants will receive offer and are required to pay non-refundable deposit to accept the offer.
Step 4. Registration Day
Registration Day will be held late Aug / early Sept. All fees and charges must be paid on or by this day.
Commencement dates will be issued at Registration.
Why do this course in CPCC?
• This is the first Datacenter Academy Program in Association with Microsoft in Ireland
• It is based on a Traineeship/PLC model for eligible candidates
• This program takes place in our state-of-the-art Datacenter Academy lab which was officially opened in late 2019
• The DCA lab is a mini-scale 3 rack replica DC with the look and feel of a real-world operational Datacenter. It is fully equipped and fully functional.
• Learners will have internship work experience to enhance their job-seeking skills
• Learners may progress to the Level 6 course in the DC Academy upon successful completion of Level 5
PLC Course Content
Course Content (PLC)
Networking Essentials (5N2929)
Operating Systems (5N2928)
Computer Systems Hardware (5N0548)
CompTIA A+ Core Series 220-1001
CompTIA A+ Core Series 220-1002
Communications Level 5 (5N0690)
Cisco Network Academy IT Essentials V.7
5M0536 - Computer Systems & Networks
Certification
Computer Systems & Networks CompTIA A+ & QQI Level 5 Component
Certificate
Collinstown Park
Community College
Rowlagh, Clondalkin, Dublin 22, D22 X458
Tel: (01) 457 2300
Tel: (01) 457 2300
Email: averilwhelan@collinstownpark.ie / fet@collinstownpark.ie
www.collinstownpark.ie