Data Networking (Cisco)

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Killester College takes pride in offering its students the opportunity to acquire professional qualifications.

This is a practical, hands-on two year Data Networking (CISCO) course that offers its students the opportunity to acquire professional qualifications and industry skills. The Course includes an extensive e-Learning program, CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)Discovery designed by Cisco Systems to teach students networking skills. Students receive comprehensive preparation for the CCNA exam.

Course Content

Year One

Networking Essentials
Hardware Essentials
System Software
Introduction to Networks
Routing Technologies
Programming - Java
Structured Cabling
Work Experience
Communications

Year 2

Network Administration
Client-Server Networks
Switching Basics
WAN Technologies
System Software
Network Models and Technologies
Communications
Database Methods
Programming - Java

Certification

After Year 1, FETAC (Further Education & Training Awards Council) Level 5 Certificate in Computer Network and Maintenance (CCNMX)
FETAC Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Computer Network Technology (CCNTX)
CCNA CISCO Certified Network Associate
Safe Pass

Career Opportunities

Surveys have shown serious and increasing shortages of Networking personnel in all developed countries, including Ireland. This ensures continuing job opportunities in the ICT (Information & Communications Technology) industry.

Further Studies

Students who successfully complete their studies can enter year 2 of B.Sc. degree programme in computing in Institute of Technology Blanchardstown. Students may also progress to participating Higher Education Institutions (HEI's) through the FETAC Higher Education Links Scheme.

Entry Requirements

Leaving Cert
Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme
Leaving Certificate Applied
Any relevant FETAC Awards
Interview
Mature Students – RLP (Recognition of Prior Learning) Interview

(formal academic qualifications not required)

Course Costs

€520

Course Code

660

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