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Entry level education / special licences / warrants
Attitude and experience are given considerable weight in the information and communications technology sector. Due to this, qualification requirements may vary between employers. Industry certifications are also highly regarded within this sector and on-the-job training is usually offered by the employer.
To work as a Computer Network Professional, a combination of work experience and qualifications is typically required. Training programmes include:
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Systems and Networks (MCAST) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Engineering (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing Science (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science in Information
Technology (Honours) (University of Malta)
(MQF Level 6)
• Master of Science in Communications and
Computer Engineering (University of Malta) (MQF Level 7)
Other certification by MCAST may include CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
For related training offered by other educational institutions, it is advisable to consult the list of accredited courses on the NCFHE website.
Knowledge and skills
Computer Network Professionals are expected to have:
• An understanding of the industry the organisation is operating in
• Knowledge of network maintenance and operating systems
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software
• Knowledge of engineering and technology
• Knowledge of computer-related electronics • Knowledge of programming
• Knowledge of configuration management
software
• Knowledge of network testing software
• Technical drawing skills
• Investigative and analytical skills
• Project management skills
• Negotiation skills
• The ability to keep updated with technological
developments
• Knowledge of data protection policies and
data security procedures
Transferable skills should include:
• Interpersonal skills
• Written communication skills in English
• Numeracy skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• The ability to approach problems in alogical
manner
• Decision making skills
• Time management and multitasking skills
• The ability to work under pressure and
adhere to tight deadlines
• The ability to work independently and as part
of a team
• The ability to persuade, negotiate and
network successfully • Leadership skills
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