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Cisco IT Essentials Part 1 - PC Hardware And Software

Level 2
Part-Time
24/25
L6017459

Overview

This course provides an excellent introduction to the IT industry and interactive exposure to personal computers, hardware, and operating systems. Students participate in hands-on activities and lab-based learning to become familiar with various hardware and software components and discover best practice in maintenance and safety.

In addition, PC Hardware and Software covers the following new topics:

  • Laptops and portable devices
  • Wireless connectivity
  • Security
  • Safety and environmental issues
  • Communication skills

  • Build/Assemble Modern Specification PC from Scratch
  • Install, configure and fine tune various operating systems
  • Upgrade and install PC peripherals (printers, network cards, scanners, memory, graphics cards, etc.) and their associaed drivers/software
  • Basic PC Troubleshooting
  • Security
  • Basic/advanced networking

N/A

  • Weekly online multiple choice class tests
  • Online multiple choice exam on final week
  • Practical Hands on skills exam.

IT Essentials is ideal for students seeking entry-level IT positions in companies, government agencies, educational institutions, other service providers, or to work for themselves. Courses which can also be done after this qualification is the CompTIA A+ or other CISCO courses available.

Requires Independent Study and Reading and undertaking practice tests.

* Days and times subject to change.

This course can be delivered on-line.

3 Available Sessions

*The fees quoted are per annum and are payable for each year of the course’s duration.

Dungannon

Part-Time

P2459DE10A

Session Code

1 Year(s)

Duration

Further Education

Mode of Study

3.5

Hours per Week

28

Number of Weeks

Interview Required

24/25

Academic Year

18/09/2024

Start Date

18:00-21:30

Time

Wednesday

Day/s

Heather.Ellison@swc.ac.uk

Coordinator(s)

Total Annual Fee £176.00

Total Concessionary Fee £88.00

Full Fee Breakdown

**Concession Fee Breakdown

Fees Payable Each Year

**Am I eligible for concessionary fees?

Enniskillen

Part-Time

P2459EE10B

Session Code

1 Year(s)

Duration

Further Education

Mode of Study

3.5

Hours per Week

28

Number of Weeks

Interview Required

24/25

Academic Year

18/09/2024

Start Date

18:00-21:30

Time

Wednesday

Day/s

Heather.Ellison@swc.ac.uk

Coordinator(s)

Total Annual Fee £176.00

Total Concessionary Fee £88.00

Full Fee Breakdown

**Concession Fee Breakdown

Fees Payable Each Year

**Am I eligible for concessionary fees?

Omagh

Part-Time

P2459OE10A

Session Code

1 Year(s)

Duration

Further Education

Mode of Study

3.5

Hours per Week

28

Number of Weeks

Interview Required

24/25

Academic Year

18/09/2024

Start Date

18:00-21:30

Time

Wednesday

Day/s

Heather.Ellison@swc.ac.uk

Coordinator(s)

Total Annual Fee £176.00

Total Concessionary Fee £88.00

Full Fee Breakdown

**Concession Fee Breakdown

Fees Payable Each Year

**Am I eligible for concessionary fees?

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