University Certificate in Computer Technology

University Certificate in Computer Technology

Course ID:
PC86505

Academy:
Manufacturing Technology

Introduction:
This course is an introductory Higher Education course designed to address the needs of people wishing to gain employment in the IT industry, and those already employed in the IT industry who would like to improve their skills. It also reflects the needs of employers, since the material covered is taken from the CompTIA and CISCO professional IT qualifications

Study Mode & Location:
This one module programme is studied over one evening per week for one semester (ie usually 15 weeks) and will start in September. If there is sufficient demand, we may also operate a January intake. The course will be held at Preston College, Fulwood Campus, St Vincent`s Road, Preston, PR2 8UR.

Course Content:
The course consists of a single module called Computer Systems Essentials (CO1555). You will learn about the basic components of a computer system, how to install, configure and upgrade both hardware and software. You will then go on to look at troubleshooting common problems.

Please Note: The entrance fee for the vendor qualification examination is not included in the University Certificate course fees.

Assessment:
The course requires you to complete two assignments. One is a time constrained practical, and the other is a case study that is designed to imitate a real life situation. At the end of the course there is a 2 hour examination.

(Note: Assessments are subject to review at UCLan quality meetings).

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
This programme has been developed to meet the needs of students looking to advance their career opportunities. Upon successful completion of the course you will have gained the necessary theoretical and practical knowledge/understanding required for the CompTIA-set on-line tests for A+ Certification (i.e. A+ Certification Operating System Technologies & Hardware examinations) plus CISCO IT Essentials V4.0.

This course can also be used to count as one module towards equivalent modules on other awards, for example, the Advanced University Certificate in Network Administration (a four module course) or the Foundation Degree in Computing Technology (a 12 module course). Both these courses are also offered by Preston College.

How To Apply

Full-time Students
You will need to complete a UCAS application form. The majority of applications are now completed using `UCAS apply`, a web-based on-line application systemYou will need to include the following information on your application form:

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  Institution code name:
  CLANC
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  Institution code:
  C30
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  Campus code:
  P

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Help, Advice & Further Information
If you know of someone who would like to study a course at Preston College but their first language is not English, please contact the Advice Centre on their behalf to discuss the options available.

Opening Hours:

Mon-Thur 9am-7:30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)
Fri 9:30am-4.30pm

The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.

Requirement
Potential students must be aged 19 or over, will need to have an interest in this area of technology plus one of the following: one technical A Level 6 units from a GNVQ equivalent qualifications/previous experience. Applications from individuals with non-standard qualifications, relevant work or life experience who can demonstrate the ability to cope with and benefit from higher level studies, are welcome to apply and will be considered on a case by case basis.