Applied ICT

Applied ICT

Advanced Level, Single and Double Awards

Course Content
The Single Award is made up of six units. Three are taken in the first year and three in the second year.

The Double Award is made up of twelve units, the six for the Single Award plus a further six units in the second year.

The six units for the Single Award are

Year 1 Unit 1:The Information Age : Coursework
Unit 2:The Digital Economy : Coursework

Unit 3:The Knowledge Worker : June externally assessed

Year 2 Unit 7:Using Database Software : June externally assessedUnit 8:Managing ICT Projects : Coursework

Unit 10:Using Multimedia Software : Coursework

The further six units for the Double Award are

Year 1 Unit 4:System Design & Installation : CourseworkUnit 5:Web Development : Coursework

Unit 6:Technical Support : Coursework

Year 2 Unit 9:Communications & Networks : June externally assessedUnit 11:Using Spreadsheet Software : Coursework

Unit 14:Programming : Coursework

How it is Taught
Applied ICT is mainly a coursework-based qualification with external tests in three units. Students build up a portfolio of assignments that are based around practical projects using different types of software. Assignments are an individual effort creating e-books and e-portfolios. Second year double award students also undertake a one-week work placement.

Examination Details
Examinations are taken in three units

Unit :Duration :Unit Title

Unit 3:2 hours : The Knowledge Worker - (Double & Single Award)
Unit 7:10 hours : Using Database Software - (Double Award only)

Unit 9:10 hours : Communications & Networks - (Double Award only)

All tests are assessed by computer based time constrained test completed under exam conditions.

Useful/Common Subject Combinations
Maths, Media Studies and Business Studies are subjects that could be taken alongside Applied ICT. ICT is particularly useful in gaining ICT skills that would be
very beneficial both in employment or higher education.

Careers and HE Information
Double Award ICT is a firm foundation for students wishing to study computing related subjects at university or employment in an ICT related job. Single award gives students good software skills as a preparation for work or study in any area.