Computer & Network Technician - Year 1
Students are given the opportunity to identify the components of a computer and learn how they work.
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements.
Careers / Further progression
Progression
Within Cavan Institute:
Students who successfully complete this course in Computer and Network Technician (Year 1) meet the entry requirements for two level 6 courses offered at Cavan Institute, Computer and Network Technician (Year 2) and Software Development (Year 2).
Elsewhere:
Graduates are also eligible to apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to year one of a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities (please check with the particular institution regarding local eligibility requirements).
Computing - ATU Sligo
Computer Science - DCU
Computing Systems & Operations - DKIT
Arts - Computer Science - Maynooth University
Computing - Network Technologies - TUD Blanchardstown
Career Opportunities
Over the past decade there has been a sharp increase in the demand for IT professionals in Ireland and abroad. Most of the world's major multinational, high-tech companies have bases in Ireland. These companies include Amazon, Apple, Dropbox, eBay, Facebook, Google, IBM, Intel, Microsoft, Oracle, PayPal, Salesforce, SAP AG, Symantec and Twitter. These companies, and 1000s of smaller indigenous companies, have a constant need to hire graduates and experienced IT professionals. The computer and network technician courses at Cavan Institute put you on this career path. Jobs for graduates with a degree in an IT discipline are virtually guaranteed.
Further information
Course commences in September 2024.
€200.
*The Post Leaving Certificate Government Levy of €200 is removed since 2022.
1. PLC Maintenance Grant
Means-tested maintenance grants are available to eligible students attending approved full-time courses of further education in approved Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) centres, of which Cavan Institute is one.
Applications can be made online to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie
2. Back to Education Allowance (BTEA)
The Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) allows people in receipt of certain social welfare payments to retain those payments whilst participating in approved full-time courses in further education.
See www.welfare.ie or www.studentfinance.ie for further details.
3. Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS)
This scheme allows unemployed people aged over 21 to engage in education and training without losing their benefits. It applies to all courses offered at Cavan Institute and applicants must be in receipt of one of a number of social welfare supports for at least six months.
See www.vtos.ie for further details.
4. HEA Fund for Students with Disabilities
The Higher Education Authority’s “Fund for Students with Disabilities” allocates funding to further and higher education colleges for the provision of services and supports to full-time students with disabilities. Applications to the fund are made on behalf of an eligible student by Cavan Institute following an assessment.
How do I Apply?
On-line applications for the 2024/25 academic year are Open.
You can apply for your chosen Cavan Institute course online, by clicking “Apply Online” on our homepage. Please note you may apply to some Cavan Institute courses through the CAO system. (or view Application link above)
June 1st is the closing date for receipt of applications for first round offers. However, applications will be accepted and processed on courses where places are available following this date and second round offers will be made to eligible applicants who apply after that date.
About This Course
Students are given the opportunity to identify the components of a computer and learn how they work. As part of this course students, will be required to assemble and disassemble a personal computer (PC), troubleshoot PC hardware and software problems, and build and maintain a peer-to-peer local area network. Throughout the course there is a focus on the development of 'soft skills' such as problem solving, communications and team working. All subjects are taught in a career-focused and interactive way.
Computer Systems Hardware
Networking Essentials
Operating Systems
Programming and Design Principles
Maths for Information Technology
Virtualisation Support
ICT Security Policy and Management
Communications
Work Experience
Students will also be given the opportunity to prepare for and achieve certification in CompTIA exams (at no additional cost).
5M0536 - Computer Systems & Networks.
Certification: QQI Level 5 Certificate in Computer Systems and Networks - 5M0536.
Cavan Institute,
Cathedral Road,
Cavan,
Co. Cavan.
H12 E426
email: admin@cavaninstitute.ie
Tel: +353 49 4332633