Course description
Rathmines College offer a one-year fulltime QQI Level 5 course in:
Networks for Small Business
QQI Level 5 5M0536
Course Overview:
This Level 5 Networking course gives students an excellent grounding in networking for small businesses. Students develop practical skills and can progress to our QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in
Computer Systems and Networks. This course also enables students to apply through the CAO directly to
third level.
Course Modules
• Computer Systems Hardware
• Networking Essentials
• Operating Systems
• Maths for Information Technology
• Communications
• Work Experience
• Programming and Design Principles
• Mobile Technologies
Course Progression
The IT sector is booming at the moment with a major shortage of Computer Science graduates who will
have excellent job opportunities. Full-time Level 8 Computer Science degrees OR Level 6 Advanced
Certificate in Software Development in Rathmines College are excellent progression routes.
Click on www.rathminescollege.ie for further information
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