This two-year Computer Networking course is designed to build the students confidence and skills in Networking Models & Technologies, Networking Essentials, Operating Systems and Electronics. The course has a high practical content to maximise and develop new skills. There is also a focus on Cyber Security throughout the course.
Computer Networking and Cyber Security industries are seeing a huge growth in employment with many companies finding it difficult to recruit due to the shortage of skills in the area. Coláiste Dhúlaigh College of Further Education has excellent relationship with employers in this sector.
Year 1
Year 2
IT Administration, Systems Software 2, Network Infrastructure, Network Security, Digital Compliance, Physical & Logical Networking, Cisco CCNA 1 & 2, Work Experience, Communications
Leaving Certificate (including LCA or a full QQI L4 Major Award). Mature students are welcome to apply.
QQI Level 5 & 6
2 Years
Computer Networking, Cyber Security, Computer Maintenance, Electronics, ICT Support.
Students who successfully complete year two may gain advanced entry to year two of Ordinary Degree in Networking Technologies (DT080) in Dublin Institute of Technology. Successful students can progress to the final year of an Honours Degree in the University of Sunderland.
Also, please refer to our Progression Section.
Year 1: €50
Year 2: €50
This course is free for those over 21 and in receipt of a social welfare payment*. Click here for more information and to check eligibility.
| Course Location | Coolock, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 17 |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Level 6 Advanced Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Awarding Body Details | Computer Systems and Networks |
| Course Duration | 2 years |
| Course Fee | 50 |
| Entry Requirements | Leaving Certificate (including LCA) and interviews, mature students are welcome. |
| Career Path | Computer Networking, Cyber Security, Computer Maintenance, Electronics, ICT Support. |
| Course Code | 5M0536 |
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