This course is for highly motivated students who want to gain an insight into the IT sector. They will investigate the pace of technological change, which is learnt and examined through a range of theory and practical units. The qualification offers a more technical approach than a traditional A’ level with the skills acquired supporting further study towards an application development route at a higher level or specialist apprenticeship program. A Cambridge Technical introductory diploma is equivalent to an A’ Level.
Course content
Units of study
Year 1 (Examined/Coursework)
Unit 2:
Global Information
(Examined).
The purpose of this unit is to demonstrate the uses of information in the public domain, globally, in the cloud and across the internet. You will discover that good management of both data and information is essential, and that it can give any organisation a competitive edge. This unit will provide you with a greater understanding of how organisations use information sources both internally and externally, focusing on the types of information you will encounter. The skills gained will give knowledge of the functionality of information, how data is stored and processed by organisations. You will also learn how individuals use information of various types and categories and the relationship between data and information, understanding the regulations governing them.
This will be assessed by examination at the end of the first year.
Unit 10: Business Computing.
Businesses and organisations are driven by the information that they gather process and provide. Often, this involves computers, networks and databases. In this unit, you will gain an understanding of how information technology and computer-based systems facilitate the needs of business and how businesses use information.
You will learn about the skills and attributes needed by people working in data analysis and will gain practical experience of editing and manipulating a variety of different forms of information before applying these skills to solve a specific problem. This unit is in the Data Analyst specialist pathway due to its relevance to a business and data analytical environment.
This will be assessed by coursework during the first year.
Unit 7: Data Analysis And Design.
This unit will enable you to develop the skills and knowledge required to actively use data analysis techniques to provide evidence and interpretation for decision making for a range of organisational needs.
Organisations and individuals collect both quantitative and qualitative data and store it for current or future use. The data analyst examines, cleanses, transforms and models data in order to support decision-making and understanding. When learners are taking an assessment task, or series of tasks, for this unit they will have opportunities to draw on relevant, appropriate knowledge, understanding and skills that they will have developed through other units.
This will be assessed by coursework during the first year.
Year 2 (Coursework)
Unit 1:
Fundamentals of IT
(Examined).
A sound understanding of IT technologies and practices is essential for IT professionals. Information learnt in this unit will provide a solid foundation in the fundamentals of hardware, networks, software, the ethical use of computers and how business uses IT.
After completing this unit, the knowledge, skills and understanding you have developed will underpin your study for the units that follow. Knowledge gained in the study of this unit will also help prepare you for IT industry qualifications in the future.
This will be assessed by examination at the end of the second year.
Unit 13:
Social Media And Digital Marketing
This unit looks at digital marketing as a concept and then offers you the opportunity to explore the possible impacts, both positive and negative, that may be generated by the use of social media as a digital marketing too. Digital marketing is part of the overall process of marketing and is the use of digital media to increase awareness of a product or service. As social media offers such a wealth of data and the ability to contact potential customers in their own homes across a range of media channels, it is only natural that digital marketing seeks to use social media as part of the marketing mix for goods and services.
This will be assessed by coursework during the second year.
Year 1 (Examined/Coursework)
Unit 2:
Global Information
(Examined).
The purpose of this unit is to demonstrate the uses of information in the public domain, globally, in the cloud and across the internet. You will discover that good management of both data and information is essential, and that it can give any organisation a competitive edge. This unit will provide you with a greater understanding of how organisations use information sources both internally and externally, focusing on the types of information you will encounter. The skills gained will give knowledge of the functionality of information, how data is stored and processed by organisations. You will also learn how individuals use information of various types and categories and the relationship between data and information, understanding the regulations governing them.
This will be assessed by examination at the end of the first year.
Unit 10: Business Computing.
Businesses and organisations are driven by the information that they gather process and provide. Often, this involves computers, networks and databases. In this unit, you will gain an understanding of how information technology and computer-based systems facilitate the needs of business and how businesses use information.
You will learn about the skills and attributes needed by people working in data analysis and will gain practical experience of editing and manipulating a variety of different forms of information before applying these skills to solve a specific problem. This unit is in the Data Analyst specialist pathway due to its relevance to a business and data analytical environment.
This will be assessed by coursework during the first year.
Unit 7: Data Analysis And Design.
This unit will enable you to develop the skills and knowledge required to actively use data analysis techniques to provide evidence and interpretation for decision making for a range of organisational needs.
Organisations and individuals collect both quantitative and qualitative data and store it for current or future use. The data analyst examines, cleanses, transforms and models data in order to support decision-making and understanding. When learners are taking an assessment task, or series of tasks, for this unit they will have opportunities to draw on relevant, appropriate knowledge, understanding and skills that they will have developed through other units.
This will be assessed by coursework during the first year.
Units of study
Year 1 (Examined/Coursework)
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Unit 2: Global Information (Examined). |
The purpose of this unit is to demonstrate the uses of information in the public domain, globally, in the cloud and across the internet. You will discover that good management of both data and information is essential, and that it can give any organisation a competitive edge. This unit will provide you with a greater understanding of how organisations use information sources both internally and externally, focusing on the types of information you will encounter. The skills gained will give knowledge of the functionality of information, how data is stored and processed by organisations. You will also learn how individuals use information of various types and categories and the relationship between data and information, understanding the regulations governing them.
This will be assessed by examination at the end of the first year. |
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Unit 10: Business Computing. |
Businesses and organisations are driven by the information that they gather process and provide. Often, this involves computers, networks and databases. In this unit, you will gain an understanding of how information technology and computer-based systems facilitate the needs of business and how businesses use information.
You will learn about the skills and attributes needed by people working in data analysis and will gain practical experience of editing and manipulating a variety of different forms of information before applying these skills to solve a specific problem. This unit is in the Data Analyst specialist pathway due to its relevance to a business and data analytical environment.
This will be assessed by coursework during the first year. |
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Unit 7: Data Analysis And Design. |
This unit will enable you to develop the skills and knowledge required to actively use data analysis techniques to provide evidence and interpretation for decision making for a range of organisational needs.
Organisations and individuals collect both quantitative and qualitative data and store it for current or future use. The data analyst examines, cleanses, transforms and models data in order to support decision-making and understanding. When learners are taking an assessment task, or series of tasks, for this unit they will have opportunities to draw on relevant, appropriate knowledge, understanding and skills that they will have developed through other units.
This will be assessed by coursework during the first year.
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Year 2 (Coursework)
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Unit 1: Fundamentals of IT (Examined). |
A sound understanding of IT technologies and practices is essential for IT professionals. Information learnt in this unit will provide a solid foundation in the fundamentals of hardware, networks, software, the ethical use of computers and how business uses IT.
After completing this unit, the knowledge, skills and understanding you have developed will underpin your study for the units that follow. Knowledge gained in the study of this unit will also help prepare you for IT industry qualifications in the future.
This will be assessed by examination at the end of the second year. |
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Unit 13: Social Media And Digital Marketing |
This unit looks at digital marketing as a concept and then offers you the opportunity to explore the possible impacts, both positive and negative, that may be generated by the use of social media as a digital marketing too. Digital marketing is part of the overall process of marketing and is the use of digital media to increase awareness of a product or service. As social media offers such a wealth of data and the ability to contact potential customers in their own homes across a range of media channels, it is only natural that digital marketing seeks to use social media as part of the marketing mix for goods and services.
This will be assessed by coursework during the second year. |
Year 1 (Examined/Coursework)
|
Unit 2: Global Information (Examined). |
The purpose of this unit is to demonstrate the uses of information in the public domain, globally, in the cloud and across the internet. You will discover that good management of both data and information is essential, and that it can give any organisation a competitive edge. This unit will provide you with a greater understanding of how organisations use information sources both internally and externally, focusing on the types of information you will encounter. The skills gained will give knowledge of the functionality of information, how data is stored and processed by organisations. You will also learn how individuals use information of various types and categories and the relationship between data and information, understanding the regulations governing them.
This will be assessed by examination at the end of the first year. |
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Unit 10: Business Computing. |
Businesses and organisations are driven by the information that they gather process and provide. Often, this involves computers, networks and databases. In this unit, you will gain an understanding of how information technology and computer-based systems facilitate the needs of business and how businesses use information.
You will learn about the skills and attributes needed by people working in data analysis and will gain practical experience of editing and manipulating a variety of different forms of information before applying these skills to solve a specific problem. This unit is in the Data Analyst specialist pathway due to its relevance to a business and data analytical environment.
This will be assessed by coursework during the first year. |
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Unit 7: Data Analysis And Design. |
This unit will enable you to develop the skills and knowledge required to actively use data analysis techniques to provide evidence and interpretation for decision making for a range of organisational needs.
Organisations and individuals collect both quantitative and qualitative data and store it for current or future use. The data analyst examines, cleanses, transforms and models data in order to support decision-making and understanding. When learners are taking an assessment task, or series of tasks, for this unit they will have opportunities to draw on relevant, appropriate knowledge, understanding and skills that they will have developed through other units.
This will be assessed by coursework during the first year.
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Methods of Teaching and Learning
Well-qualified and experienced staff teach the five units of study. Students will learn the required knowledge through case studies, group work and presentations before completing assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations.
Well-qualified and experienced staff teach the five units of study. Students will learn the required knowledge through case studies, group work and presentations before completing assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations.
Methods of Assessment
The course is 50% coursework and 50% examined.
The course is 50% coursework and 50% examined.
Resources
The college has an excellent network of up-to-date computers and the department has access to dedicated IT/Computing teaching rooms. There is also an extensive range of computing facilities available outside of lessons.
Facilities include popular office software, professional web development and graphics programs, colour printing, scanners, internet access, overhead digital projectors and interactive whiteboards. We also use video cameras, digital cameras and sound equipment.
The college has an excellent network of up-to-date computers and the department has access to dedicated IT/Computing teaching rooms. There is also an extensive range of computing facilities available outside of lessons.
Facilities include popular office software, professional web development and graphics programs, colour printing, scanners, internet access, overhead digital projectors and interactive whiteboards. We also use video cameras, digital cameras and sound equipment.
Progression
The OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in IT qualifies for the same UCAS points as the traditional A’ levels. Former students who have completed this qualification have been able to move on to work, Degrees/HNDs and Higher Apprenticeships in related subjects such as:
- ICT and Business
- Information Systems
- Software Engineering and Support
- Digital Media
The OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in IT qualifies for the same UCAS points as the traditional A’ levels. Former students who have completed this qualification have been able to move on to work, Degrees/HNDs and Higher Apprenticeships in related subjects such as:
- ICT and Business
- Information Systems
- Software Engineering and Support
- Digital Media
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