ICT [2008 Specification] (BTEC National)

ICT [2008 Specification] (BTEC National)
Level: Advanced Level 3

Awarding Body: Edexcel (100/1933/9)

Course Content:
Compulsory Core Units:
Unit Title GLH Assessment
Unit 01 Language and Communications 60 Internal (Assignment)
Unit 02 Computer Systems 60 Internal (Assignment)
Unit 03 Business Information Systems 60 Internal (Assignment)
Compulsory Bank 'A' Units:
Unit Title GLH Assessment
Unit 13 Database Management Systems 60 External IVA (Assignment)
Unit 18 Business Calculations 60 Internal (Assignment)
Compulsory Bank 'B' Units:
Unit Title GLH Assessment
Unit 14 E-Commerce 60 Internal (Assignment)

Teaching Learning Methods:
Teaching is a combination of theoretical lectures and practical work. It is essential that learners have a good working knowledge of the basic application packages (word processing, spreadsheets and databases) as well as the ability to use the internet and other electronic media as a source of research.

Assessment:
Assessment for this course is 100% coursework and will comprise of a number of set tasks; both theoretical as well as practical.

Skills & Commitment:
This course is designed for those learners who essential wish to pursue a career in a computing related area:

- Systems Architecture
- Programming
- Database Design and Development
- Network Management

It also requires learners to be highly motivated and independent in their thinking. As this is a practical subject, all learners must be prepared (in addition to class time) practice their skills in order to meet exam standards.

Cost:
Students will need to ensure they purchase high memory data storage disks and have access to a internet ready computer outside of College.

Progression:
This course provides an excellent foundation for progression to a degree in ICT or one of its branches at University. There is also employment opportunities post 18, either full time as a trainee programmer or in an IT department, or as part of a "sandwich course" which combines a degree with a one year work placement.