HNC Computing: Technical Support
HNC
In Kilwinning and Greenock
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As computer systems become more complex, there is a demand in industry for those who can combine practical skills in local area network design and troubleshooting. You will gain a sound understanding of installing computer networks and general hardware/software support. On completion students may progress to the second year of a relevant HND.
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One Higher or equivalent in any subject plus three Standard Grade passes or a group of suitable SQA modules. Applicants with relevant industrial experience may be admitted without formal qualifications.
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Course Aims:
As computer systems become more complex, there is a demand in industry for those who can combine practical skills in local area network design and troubleshooting. You will gain a sound understanding of installing computer networks and general hardware/software support. On completion students may progress to the second year of a relevant HND.
Course Content:
As computer systems become more complex and as business becomes increasingly dependent on information systems, there demand in industry for those who can combine practical skills in hardware and software support, local area network design, troubleshooting and information systems. This course provides an ideal foundation. On completion students may progress directly to the second year of the HND. Entry requirements: One Higher Grade pass or equivalent, or relevant experience.
Progression Opportunities:
Successful students can progress onto Year 2 of HND Computing: Technical Support. An HNC is also usually accepted for entry into the first year of related degree courses at university.
Career Potential:
Successful students will be capable of working as a PC technician, LAN installation technician, IT support technician or PC Helpdesk.
Course Assessment:
Continuous assessment is employed throughout the course. Most subjects will have a combination of observation-based practical assessments, class-based and project-based assessments.
HNC Computing: Technical Support