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58 Part-time Prospectus 2009 | 2010
Computing Courses 59
Databases
This module follows on from the
relational database section of the
Computer Applications module. It is
designed to equip the student with the
skills required to work with a relational
database in a multi-user environment.
Mathematics
This module is designed to provide the
student with the basic mathematical
concepts and tools required for
information technology.
Training and Support
The aim of the module is to teach the
student how to train and support both
customers and users in the effective
use of the computer facilities available
to them.
Hardware and Software Forensics
This subject covers the basics of the
computer security and vulnerabilities in
both hardware and software parts of a
computer system. The modules will also
develop the student’s ability to find and
recover user activity on a computer.
Work Based Learning
A portfolio will have to be created by
students to gain these credits. A portfolio
refers to a claim for learning based on a
collection of suitable pieces of evidence
of that learning. It is usually a folder
containing statements about what a
student has learned and supporting
appendices of evidence. The portfolio
should describe work based learning
experiences in the context of potentially
credible learning. The experiences cited
should be certified by the employer.
APPLICATION
For further details and an application
form please contact the marketing team
on 01 885 1000 or e-mail: info@itb.ie.
NEW
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
IN COMPUTER SYSTEMS
MANAGEMENT
Programme Code: BN308
Programme Title: Bachelor of Science
in Computer Systems Management
Award Type: Major
Award Title: Bachelor of Science
NFQ Level of Award: 7
ECTS Credits in Award: 60
Minimum entry requirements:
Higher Certificate (NFQ level 6) with
pass grade in a cognate area (or
equivalent qualification).
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday
and Thursday nights 6pm – 10pm
Fee: €2,200 per year
Duration: 2 years part-time
(4 semesters)
COURSE AIM
This course is designed to provide
students with the education and skills to
carry out the duties and responsibilities
of an information technology support
supervisor. The ordinary degree builds
upon the foundation provided by the
Higher Certificate in Science in Computer
Systems Management.
SUBJECT OVERVIEW
Computer Networks 3
The aim of this subject is to extend
the student’s knowledge of computer
networking technologies and standards,
and to develop network management and
troubleshooting skills.
Computer Systems Administration
This subject provides the students with
the necessary theoretical and practical
skills to be able to specify, install,
configure, debug and manage both the
hardware and operating system of both
workstations and servers.
Computer Services Management
This subject is designed to provide the
student with the techniques required
in planning, organising and providing
computer services, particularly in small
and medium sized companies.
Software Development 3
This subject develops the student’s
working knowledge of object-oriented
analysis, design, programming and
maintenance.
Database Systems
This subject extends the students’
database skills and knowledge in four
key areas: Database structure, database
administration, backup and recovery and
distributed databases.