Grafton College of Management Sciences is registered with FETAC to offer programmes leading to FETAC awards in the National Framework of Qualifications.

Programme Outline

The Certificate in Information Technology provides the student with an introduction to the various elements of Information Technology. The programme is designed to provide the learner with a variety of modules allowing the learner develop specific skills in the various disciplines within information technology.

Core Modules

•  Computer Architecture and Systems

•  Computer Programming

•  Communications

•  Work Experience 

Elective Modules *(Choice of 4)

•  Database Methods

•  Mathematics for Computing

•  Safety and Health at Work

•  Communications

•  Personal Effectiveness in the Workplace

•  Computer Aided Draughting (2D)

•  Desktop Publishing

•  Electronics

•  Spreadsheets Methods

•  The Internet

•  Information & Communication Systems

•  Web Authoring

•  Word Processing

 

*Elective modules are subject to demand.

Entry Requirements:

National Vocational Certificate Level 1, Leaving Certificate or

equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life and work 

Entry Dates:

1st February 2011

Timetable (Part-Time): 1 Year

Wednesday and Thursday 18.30-21.30 and Saturday Mornings

Fees (Part-Time):

€1500.00 p.a.