Cork College of Commerce IT Maintenance & Support

Course Aim

If you have been unemployed for some time or wish to retrain or reskill to return to the workplace then this is the course for you. If you would like to become an IT technician involved in installation, repair and maintenance of equipment you can gain a solid foundation in these skills coupled with IT technical support and an introduction to the security area. Study in a supported mentored environment to release your potential. The dual nature of this course (hardware and software), opens many employment opportunities for students. Graduates are well placed to take up positions in IT repair outlets, and in the IT departments of many organisations. Graduates can also apply for internship programmes. All students can access the Jobs Advice Hub. Graduates can subscribe to �CCOC college jobs register� and CCOC LinkedIn alumni for up to date vacancies and networking.

Course Content
Operating Systems
Networking Essentials
Computer Systems Hardware
Virtualisation Support
ICT Security Policy and Technology
Maths for IT
Customer Service
Work Experience

Students will be givne the opportunity to sit the VMware Certified Associate – Digital Business Transformation (VCA- DBT) exam (optional).

Additional Training/Workshops

• Manual Handling Training and Certification
• FIT Employment supports

Requirements

Long term unemployed with no previous educational qualification higher than FETAC/QQI Level 4; applicants should be aged 21 and over and in receipt of social welfare payment.