BTEC Level 3 Diploma 90 in Networking and System Support

General information

This course will suit you if you have a flair for computing and IT and are interested in networking. As part of this qualification, up to 4 units are used to prepare for Cisco CCENT or CCNA external qualifications. It is especially relevant if you want to enter the world of computer networking or continue your studies at university.

Course content

This course includes units about:

• Cisco CCNA Discovery Networking
• Communications and Employability skills for IT
• Computer Networks and Communications Technologies

All the units are:

• Communication and Employability Skills for IT
• Computer Systems
• Information Systems
• Networking for Home and Small Business
• Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP
• e-Commerce
• Network Management
• Computer Networks
• Communication Technologies

Teaching and assessment

Assessment is by a combination of course work and projects, and by 2 final examinations in the summer.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs A*-C, including English and maths, BTEC Level 2 Diploma (merit or above) or equivalent Level 2 qualifications

Progression

University degree, employment or extended diploma.