IT Practitioners BTEC First Diploma
BTEC
In Wellingborough and Kettering
Description
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BTEC
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Duration
1 Year
You will study a range of topics in 6 units over three trimesters, including: Introduction to computer hardware and software. Uses of IT in a business context. Customising databases. Spreadsheets. Website Development. Creation and use of graphics images. Key Skills and the New CLAIT qualification will also form part of your programme of study.
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About this course
Two GCSEs at grade D or an Introductory Diploma. Mathematics and English to be no lower than GCSE, grade E, or equivalent at Key Skills.
Subject to a successful interview/tutor reference.
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Course programme
- Venue:
Windmill Avenue Campus, Kettering - Duration:
One Year - Start At:
September 2010 - Level of Study:
Intermediate (Level 2)
Two GCSEs at grade D or an Introductory Diploma. Mathematics and English to be no lower than GCSE, grade E, or equivalent at Key Skills.
Subject to a successful interview/tutor reference.
Content
You will study a range of topics in 6 units over three trimesters, including:
- Introduction to computer hardware and software
- Uses of IT in a business context
- Customising databases
- Spreadsheets
- Website Development
- Creation and use of graphics images
Assessment
Each unit has assignments that must be completed for you to gain all the criteria to get an overall grade. This is either Pass, Merit or Distinction.
All of this is put in a portfolio of evidence and once complete with grades from each unit, the points from each are added up to give you a final grade. The main course has no exam.
Qualification details:
Grade
GCSE equivalent
Pass
4 C's
Merit
4 B's
Distinction
4 A's
Progression
It will prepare you for entry into employment or for advanced level study such as the BTEC National Award or Diploma for IT Practitioners; or the Higher Diploma in IT.
IT Practitioners BTEC First Diploma