Computing: Networking

Following the HNC in Computing, this one-year diploma at Paisley prepares students for technical posts in networks, security and systems support. Entrants must hold the earlier certificate with fifteen credits. Study includes configuring and troubleshooting enterprise networks through routing and switching, investigating incidents with digital forensics, protecting systems and data, running and securing servers, supporting desktop operating systems and managing technical projects. Along the way students work toward vendor certifications, using material provided by Microsoft and by Cisco's academy for networking. Graduates may apply for junior positions covering networks, technical support, security or systems administration. Others join year two or three of degrees such as computer networking at UWS, networking and cyber security at Glasgow Caledonian University, or ethical hacking at Abertay. Part-time Open University study alongside a job is another choice.