Full Time Information and Communication Technology IT Work Introductory Diploma

Information & Communication Technology (ITWork) Introductory Diploma
Prospectus Code (FTT06) Tiverton
Length of Study
One year, full time, daytime course.
Entry Requirements
The Programme
The aim of the Introductory Diploma is to give you a broad knowledge of IT systems and also to develop the personal qualities you will need to be a successful IT professional. The course has eight units. These cover a range of IT subjects and will also improve your skills at finding employment. All units must be achieved to gain a pass. Higher grades can also be achieved (Merit or Distinction).
The Programme Content
Below is an overview of the subject areas covered by some of the units available to this course:
Unit 1: Starting work in the IT industry
Unit 2: Working in the IT Industry
Unit 3: Developing Skills in IT
Unit 5: Social Responsibility at Work
Unit 6: Financial Management
Unit 7: PC Systems
Unit 8: Using the Internet
Unit 9: IT Applications
(These units are representative of the typical unit content. Unit choices for the new academic year may be subject to change. Please contact the course staff for more information.)
Progression / Careers
This is a Level 1 course in IT. The aim is to give you a good introduction to IT. You may progress to a Level 2 course (GCSE standard) such as the BTEC First Diploma for ICT Practitioners, and then onto Level 3 (A Level standard) such as the BTEC National Diploma.
With further training or study, students go into careers such as:
Trainee Web Designer
Trainee Programmer
Trainee IT Technician (working in networks)
End User Support (working on a help desk)
Games Development
Technical Manual Writer
IT Trainer

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