Network Engineer
SCQF Level 8
Apprenticeship programme (Scotland)
This programme has been designed with the aim of providing a learner with all of the knowledge and performance skills required to successfully design, implement and manage enterprise networks.
Apprentices will learn:
- How to design, deploy and test on-premises network solutions to provide network services
- How to implement technical network security solutions to prevent, detect and monitor unauthorised access and compromise of network and network-accessible resources
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Level Of Study
SCQF Level 8
Award
Technical Apprenticeship in Digital Technology for Network Infrastructure at SCQF Level 8
Apprenticeship Certificate
Awarded by SQA
Entry Requirements
Qualifications at SCQF Level 6 or equivalent.
Good numeracy skills.
English Language Requirements
None
Mode Of Study
Blended and work-based learning
Duration
12-18 months
Assessment Methods
Assessment methods may include a personal reflective statement, workplace observation, witness testimony or professional discussion
Start Date
Ongoing
Locations
Online and work-based
What's learned?
- Network Standards and Protocols
- Network Hardware and Software
- Network Design Principles
- Network Security Principles and
Technologies
Programme structure
- 12-18 months including access to our online learning platform.
- Apprentices follow QA’s unique blended learning solution, which sets us apart from other providers.
You will be equipped to work in roles such as:
- Network Engineer
- Network Architect
- Network Administrator
- Systems Administrator
Core Units
- Principles of Project Management
- Digital Transformation
- Meta skills and Professionalism
Technical and Professional Skills Units
- Network Infrastructure and Administration
- Network Design
- Network Security and Network Implementation
- Advanced Network Security and Network Monitoring
Learners should be given 2-3 working hours per week to dedicate solely to their apprenticeship programme, where they will complete digital learning activities. Over the course of the programme, they will also be required to attend virtual classroom training for a total of 16 days which is typically held in 2-3 day training blocks.
You'll have a whole team behind you to help you get the most out of your apprenticeship, including:
- Your line manager
- A skills coach
- A safeguarding specialist
- A learning support specialist
- Qualifications at SCQF Level 6 or equivalent.
- Good numeracy skills.
Interested in hiring an apprentice?
Contact us today via the form or give us a call on 0141 226 1375
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