Certificate in Data Centre Technician

Technological University Dublin

Ireland, Dublin

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Technological University Dublin

Ireland , Dublin

Key Facts

Program Level

Certificate

Study Type

Part Time

Delivery

Mix

Course Code

TU5263

Campuses

Tallaght

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

EUR 11,650 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Certificate in Data Centre Technician

About

This course is aimed at those seeking to work in the ICT sector. Focused on the fundamental skills needed to work in a data centre this course prepares you for an initial technical role in data centres. The course has been designed in conjunction with AWS experts and is based on previous successful programmes developed in other AWS locations.

Data centres are the fundamental engines on which modern ICT runs. They give major ICT players the capability to deliver services world-wide 24x7. For a range of reasons including climate, available skills and available power, Ireland has become a major hub for data centres with many major multinationals having a significant data centre presence in Ireland.

Data Centre Technicians are technically competent problem solvers with good technical skills, an ability to deliver under pressure and an exceptional ability to communicate and report technical scenarios clearly.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Standard University requirements for admission to Level 6 programmes include a requirement for 5 x O6 grades in Leaving Certificate subjects (including Mathematics and English) or equivalent. Applicants aged over 23 may be considered as mature students.

Other non-standard applicants may also be considered based on availability. Assessments/interviews may also be used to determine suitability for the course/rank applicants for the course.

Some places may be reserved for suitable applicants from under-represented groups in IT including female candidates.

Career

Designed in conjunction with and supported by AWS, this course has been designed to prepare successful participants for a career as an entry-level data centre technician. Participants will have an opportunity to gain real hands-on experience in the experiential learning elements of the programme.

Candidates will also be supported in Career Development, CV preparation and interview skills preparation. Career Development is centred around the following topics: Understanding career planning, Dealing with Change, The hidden jobs Market and How to present a good CV. How to present Your own brand, Interview Skills and Techniques and Devising my own Career Plan.