Blackrock Further Education Institute Computer Networks and Cyber Security
- Course Code:
- 5M0536
- Award:
- QQI - Level 5
Course Aim
Do you want to get hands-on practice in building and troubleshooting networks? Are you interested in learning the skills to defend networks against cyber attacks?
By doing this course, you will be able to build and configure local area networks (LANs) to enable the sharing of computing resources among users. Protection of data is now a priority for all businesses. As well as learning the fundamentals of computer network security, this course will equip you with the skills to identify security threats and appropriate mitigation strategies.
Course Content
Computer Systems Hardware
Operating Systems
Networking Essentials
Distributed Systems
ICT Security Policy & Management
Maths for IT
Communications
Work Experience
Maths for Stem (Elective)
Requirements
- You must have achieved 5 passes or 5 O6/ H7s or a combination of 5 O6/H7s or have achieved the LCA with a Merit profile, or have achieved a full relevant QQI Level 4 Award.
- Mature applicants (aged 21 and over) and other applicants without the formal entry requirements will be assessed individually for suitability.