Become a computer engineer with a FREE course at ELATT
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Become a computer engineer with a FREE course at ELATT
About Computer Engineering
Our Computer Engineering course is designed to prepares you to work in a technical support job or as a helpdesk operator. You will learn about monitoring and maintaining the computer systems and the networks in an organisation. It will prepare you for a role providing technical support directly to staff and customers.
You will learn about network planning and installation, installing and configuring computer systems & networks, cyber security, and diagnosing and solving hardware and software faults.
You will be taught by experienced teachers who will support you through your course and onto the next stage of your career. We also support you with employability, including opportunities to speak to industry professionals and access mentoring, volunteering and work experience.
Career Potential
Upon completion of the course, your career options include IT service engineer (installing and repairing computer systems and equipment) and IT support technician (IT technical support staff diagnose and solve software and hardware problems for computer users).
IT service engineers can earn up to £30,000 per year with experience.
Apply now to gain new skills, qualifications and take the first step to your new career.
We're here for you as the UK emerges from the coronavirus pandemic: our Sixth Form classes are now all face-to-face, and we're offering a mix of online and in-class options for our adult courses. You'll receive the same personalised support whichever way you study at ELATT.
Read more about online learning at ELATT
9 - 10 Weeks
Duration
6 Hours
Hours per week
9.30am - 4.30pm
Daytime study
6.00pm - 9.00pm
Evening study
Online
Environment
Content
- Install, configure and maintain software: install, configure, use and maintain different types of software including the Microsoft Windows Operating System, applications and security software such as anti-virus and ad-blocking software, any many more
- Testing ICT systems: learn how to ensure that hardware, software and the computer system as a whole are correctly set up and functioning using a variety of techniques
- Technical fault diagnosis: use different techniques and tools to diagnose and fix various faults on a computer system
Requirements and Qualifications
Entry Requirements:
- English: Entry 3 (Speaking, Listening, Reading, Writing)
- IT: Basic Skills
- Please bring your prior qualification certificates with you to your first Assessment meeting.
- If you don't have your certificates, we'll ask you to complete a short English and IT assessment so that we can make sure you're ready for this course. Find out more about the application process here.
Awarding Body:
- City & Guilds
Qualifications:
- Award in ICT Systems and Principles Level 2
6 - 12 Weeks
Duration
6 - 12 Hours
Hours per week
9.30am - 4.30pm
Daytime study
6.00pm - 9.00pm
Evening study
Online
Environment
Content
- Customer support provision: learn professional customer support behaviours and practices
- Install and configure ICT equipment and operating systems: The aim of this unit is to introduce candidates to a range of ICT hardware equipment and software. Candidates will learn to install and configure hardware and software as part of this unit.
- Install, Configure and Test ICT Networks: The aim of this unit is to introduce candidates to the principles used in networking, candidates will explore a range of configurations as well as learn the principles of testing Network.
- ICT Fundamentals/CISCO Essentials certificate: The unit addresses a wide range of topics that introduce learners to the fundamental knowledge and skills of an entry-level IT professional including networking, security, virtualisation and desktop imaging and deployment. These include the ability to assemble components based on customer requirements, install, configure and maintain devices, PCs and software for end users and the ability to safely diagnose, resolve and document common hardware and software issues. Learners will also develop the skills needed to provide appropriate customer support. This unit covers both parts of the content of CompTIA A+.
Requirements and Qualifications
Entry Requirements:
- English: Entry 3 (Speaking, Listening, Reading, Writing)
- IT: Basic Skills
- Please bring your prior qualification certificates with you to your first Assessment meeting.
- If you don't have your certificates, we'll ask you to complete a short English and IT assessment so that we can make sure you're ready for this course. Find out more about the application process here.
Awarding Body:
- City & Guilds
Qualifications:
- Diploma in ICT Systems and Principles for IT Professionals Level 2
12 - 24 Weeks
Duration
6 - 12 Hours
Hours per week
9.30am - 4.30pm
Daytime study
6.00pm - 9.00pm
Evening study
Online
Environment
Content
- Customer support provision for the ICT professional: You will learn how to record and log customer support requirements, existing hardware and software resources, and identify customer needs in the IT industry.
- Word processing software: The aim of this unit is to introduce some of the Network Management and security: This unit will enable the candidate to configure, manage and troubleshoot the performance of Computer Network.
- ICT systems and network management: This unit will enable the learner to monitor and control the operation of IT systems (stand-alone, peer-to-peer, client). Learners will also gain knowledge of wide area, metropolitan and global networks.
- Securing ICT Systems and networks: Learners will gain theoretical understanding of concepts and procedures for securing both ICT systems and networks. They will learn to identify risk and how to participate in risk mitigation activities, provide infrastructure, application, operational and information security and apply security controls to maintain confidentiality, integrity and availability. In addition, learners will gain knowledge of applicable policies, laws and regulations and the implications of these to their activities.
- Install and configure a server: This unit develops in learners the knowledge and skills required to build, maintain, troubleshoot and support server hardware and software technologies.
- IT security fundamentals: This unit has been designed to help a learner build an understanding of these topics: Security Layers, Operating System Security, Network Security, Security Software.
Requirements and Qualifications
Entry Requirements:
- English: Entry 3 (Speaking, Listening, Reading, Writing)
- IT: Basic Skills
- Please bring your prior qualification certificates with you to your first Assessment meeting.
- If you don't have your certificates, we'll ask you to complete a short English and IT assessment so that we can make sure you're ready for this course. Find out more about the application process here.
Awarding Body:
- City & Guilds
Qualifications:
- Diploma in ICT Systems and Principles for IT Professionals Level 3
Which units will I study for my course?
All our courses have one or more mandatory units and a choice of additional units.
Course content is tailored for you (and your employer) and the list of units outlined here are a guide only. Units covered will also depend on your prior learning and credit requirement. If there is something specific that you are interested in learning, please discuss this with your tutor during induction.
What if I don't have the entry requirements for a course?
There are other courses available to help you build up the skills and qualifications you need to be eligible for our courses. Please get in touch to discuss this further!
Which level can I study?
During your appointment assessment, we will help you work out which course will be the most suitable for you based on your results, previous experiences and interests.
Will my course cost?
Course tuition fees
As a charity, ELATT works tirelessly to access a range of funding and donations to keep our courses free.
In 2021-2022 we had 900 students in total, and none had to pay fees. That means 100% got a free course!
If you are over 19, not all our Level 3 qualifications are fully funded, so you might have to take out a student loan to do a Level 3 course. If that's the case for your Level 3 course, we'll let you know as soon as you apply.
We also can't train you if you are on a Student Visa, Visitor's Visa or Temporary Stay, or are an Overseas Student.
Each year we support hundreds of different people from all walks of life, of all backgrounds, ages, circumstances and skills levels. There's a really good chance that you can get a free course at ELATT, so apply now!
Studying Hours
These are all the study days and times. Your course will take place on some of these times. You'll find out more information after you apply.
Mornings
Monday9.30 - 16.30
Tuesday9.30 - 16.30
Wednesday9.30 - 16.30
Thursday9.30 - 16.30
Friday9.30 - 16.30
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
Evenings
MondayClosed
Tuesday18.00 - 21.00
WednesdayClosed
Thursday18.00 - 21.00
FridayClosed
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
You are more than welcome to give us a call at 0800-0420-184 or email hello@elatt.org.uk to ask questions and find out more. We are available from 9am-5pm on weekdays.
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Meet Charles
Occupation: IT Manager
"Now I know that I can study and work and achieve great things, I am striving to achieve more professional qualifications so that I can continually do well in my career. I have learnt so much and I will apply all my expertise to my new job where I will be managing the IT networks at the Royal Hospital Chelsea."
