Direct Entry (Higher Education - HET)

Information Technology Support - Castlebar

ATU Galway / Mayo
ATU Galway / Mayo
Course Code
D-154
Zone
Level
NFQ Type
Major
Duration
18 Months
Attendance
Full Time

Course Summary

If you have an interest in how computers work, if you like solving Information Technology (IT) problems and enjoy working with people using computers then this programme is for you. It is a long-standing and recently updated programme exploring how computer systems work and communicate, how they are used in a variety of organisations and how to solve problems encountered by people using these systems.

This is not a CAO entry course - course fees required - apply directly to the college.

Not a CAO Course - Fees apply.

College Link

College Link > D-154 - Information Technology Support - Castlebar

Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)


Career Sectors

This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.

Language Options

* Time abroad utilising this language

Disclaimer: Details subject to change - always check with the college.
Note: It may also be possible to do an Erasmus+ Programme allowing you to study abroad for a period of at least 2 months to 12 months. This study can be through English or through your language of choice � please check with your course coordinator to see if this is possible for this course.

Entry Requirements

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If you believe the data above to be incorrect, please let us know at [email protected] - thank you.

PLC Progression Links

This course does not appear to accept applicants with Further Education and Training (FET) awards. Please check with the college directly - sometimes this data is not published openly, or special arrangements may be available.

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The Student

Career Interests

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.

Investigative

The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.

Career Progression

You will be able to work as an IT Support Technician, an IT Trainer or on an IT helpdesk in lots of different companies or organisations.

Our students work in companies or organisations such as Port West, Ballina Beverages, Smyths Toys, Hollister, Allergan, Intel, HP, PayPal, Microsoft, city and county councils and many more.

Further Research

College Link > D-154 - Information Technology Support - Castlebar

Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)

DISCLAIMER: These links are to official sources of information for this course - we accept no responsibility for the information on them.

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