School Blended Offer Computing

Year 1:

Unit 1: Information Technology Systems
Learners study the role of computer systems and the implications of their use in personal and professional situations.
• Digital devices, their functions and use
• Transmitting data with networks
• Operating in an online world and data safety and security
• Impact and issues of IT systems

Unit 3: Using Social Media in Business
Learners explore how businesses use social media to promote their products and services. Learners also implement social media activities in a business to meet requirements.
• Social media websites uses
• Planning to use social media in a business scenario
• Implementing social media use in a business environment

Year 2:

Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage Information
Learners study the design, creation, testing and evaluation of a relational database system to manage information.
• Purpose of database management systems
• Standards in database solutions
• Designing and developing database solutions

Unit 6: Website Development
Learners investigate website development principles. They will design and develop a website using scripting languages.
• Purpose and principles of websites and technologies
• Design and create a functional website

In conjunction with other A-level qualifications you could progress to higher education courses in Computer Science, Networking, Website and Software Development. This could lead to careers in Systems Management, Systems and Data Security, Networking and Communications amongst many more. Employment in this industry is possible all over the world.

Due to COVID-19 we are not currently planning any trips as part of your course. If we are able to organise trips during your course, the cost of these will be communicated to you at the time. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate. Bursaries may also available to cover the cost of some trips.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course cost, call 01235 216 298 for more information.

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Level 3 Extended Certificate in Information Technology