Computer Maintenance and System Support

30 June application closing date

Application period closed - places may still be available

For the latest enrolment information regarding this course click here or call 0800 068 8585 (option 2) to speak to our Course Enquiry Team.

Awarding body: 
City and Guilds of London Institute (CG)
Qualification type: 
NVQ
Level: 
2
Subject area: 
Information Technology (IT)
Location: 
External to college

What's the Computer Maintenance and System Support course about?

This flexible training programme has been designed by employers to meet the needs of today's businesses because no two organisations are the same in the way they use IT in the industry, and the IT skills of each employee are different. This course will ensure that employers get the right person for the right job by equipping individuals with relevant and effective computer maintenance and system support skills. The training needs analysis technique we use identifies any skills gaps in your work force and targets individuals' training requirements. The course framework is continually being updated so you can rely on computer maintenance skills keeping pace with the developing technology of today and tomorrow.

Units available include:
- Make selective use of IT (Mandatory)
- Using IT systems
- Operate a computer
- IT troubleshooting for users
- IT maintenance for users
- IT security for users
- Use IT to exchange information
- Internets and intranets
- email

You will be assessed under NVQ guidelines, which include building a portfolio of evidence and underpinning knowledge end tests.

What will I be able to do after I've completed this course?

On successful completion of this course there are a number of opportunities for further study, including progressing through the ITQ NVQ levels. It can also lead to career progression within the IT support sector.

What qualifications or experience do I need to do this course?

There are no formal entry requirements for this course but applicants must be using IT in their current job role and have a reasonable level of IT literacy.

Which qualification will I be awarded if I successfully complete the Computer Maintenance and System Support course?

You will be awarded the City & Guilds ITQ Computer Maintenance and System Support at Level 2 (Intermediate).

Attendance

Part time (day)

As the definition of full time and part time can vary from course to course, please check with the tutor as to the exact number of hours study each week this course will entail.

Course length: 
1 Year(s)

Price (for guidance only)

£641.00

The fee for this course is approximate and subject to change. The price includes tuition and materials fees (where applicable), but excludes any exam or registration fees (where applicable). The actual amount you pay may also be affected by your age and personal circumstances. For further details please visit our fees section.

How do I apply?

For further information or to apply for a course, contact our Course Enquiry Team on FREECALL 0800 068 8585 or email enquiries@themanchestercollege.ac.uk.

Please note, the course information on this website is provided as a reference guide only and is subject to change. It is therefore important that you check all course details, including location, timetable, fee, etc, at enrolment as the college operates a no refund policy.


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