Full Time BTEC National Award for IT Practitioners Computing BTEC Introductory Diploma (IT @ Work)
BTEC
In Langley
Description
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Type
BTEC
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Location
Langley
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Duration
1 Year
The Edexcel Level 3 BTEC National Award for IT Practitioners consists of two core units (Communication and Employability Skills for IT, Computer Systems) plus specialist units that provide for a combined total of 360 guided learning hours (GLH) for the completed qualification (6 Units)
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About this course
A minimum of four GCSE's at a grade C or above of which Maths and English should be included. Alternatively an equivalent qualification such as a BTEC First Diploma or GNVQ at a minimum Merit grade with at least D Grade or equivalent in Maths and English. Under some circumstances mature students with a particular interest in IT will have some exemption to this requirement.
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Course programme
Computing & IT - BTEC National Award for IT Practitioners - F1228
Subject Area : Computer Technology
Centre : Langley Campus
Interview Required : Yes
Start Date: 07/09/2009
Day/Time TBC, 0900-1730
Introduction
BTEC National Award offers a specialist qualification that focuses on particular aspects of employment within the IT sector. The BTEC National Award is a qualification which can extend a learners programme of study and provide vocational emphasis for learners following an Applied GCE or GCE route or a combination of both in their main programme of study. A more practical strand in computer networking is also offered at the Btec Award level, this is ideally suited for people wishing to become an IT technician.
Description
The Edexcel Level 3 BTEC National Award for IT Practitioners consists of two core units (Communication and Employability Skills for IT, Computer Systems) plus specialist units that provide for a combined total of 360 guided learning hours (GLH) for the completed qualification (6 Units)
Duration
One Year
Method of Study
Most of the subjects are assessed through assignments, projects and group work, though in a number of cases assessment is additionally by examination.
Progression
Students mainly progress to BTEC National Certificate and/or Diploma then progress to Higher Education at Foundation Degree or degree level. Others however will move into employment in this field.
Full Time BTEC National Award for IT Practitioners Computing BTEC Introductory Diploma (IT @ Work)