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Aims
This
full time course provides an intensive programme of education and
computer training as preparation for computer related careers in
a commercial environment. The course provides a solid foundation
in computer studies and equips students with knowledge and expertise
in a wide range of Computer Applications.
Students have access to top of
the range hardware and software, such as page scanners, colour printers
and, of course, access to the Internet, which is a very important
facet of ICT.
Considerable
emphasis is placed on practical work, which reflects current practice
in industry and commerce. The course organisation provides for related
work experience.
Further Educational Prospects
On successful completion of this course, participants may progress to the Moate Business College Advanced Diploma for IT Users.
Also, students may progress to other Third Level Institutions through the FETAC Higher Education Links Scheme. Check the FETAC links Scheme - www.fetac.ie and also the CAO website - www.cao.ie.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent, combined with an interest in Information Technology
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Course
Content
-
Spreadsheets Methods
- Database
Methods
- Word Processing
- Information
and Communication Systems
- Web Authoring
- The Internet
- Communications
- Desktop Publishing
- Work Placement
- Computer
Applications
- Information Technology Skills
- ECDL
- Keyboard Skills
- Business Computing
This course
provides the basis from which a student may further his/her studies
or find employment as an Information Technology Assistant in the
commercial area.
There is a wide range of opportunities in the I.T. sector including:
- Technical Support
- Web/Internet Support
- Computer Operations
- Administration
- Sales etc
- Banks
- Building Societies
- Health Boards
- Civil Service
- Local Authority Offices
Certification
- FETAC National Certificate in Information Processing
- ECDL
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