AS/A Level Information & Communication Technology Ref:56778
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Venue Wakefield
Programme Level Level 3
Full-time/Part-time Full Time
Duration 2 years
Start Date September
Day/Evening Day
What you will study
AS Level (Year 1)
Unit 1 – Practical Problem Solving in the Digital World
This unit provides students with opportunities to develop their knowledge and understanding of the development of ICT systems through practical experience. Students are expected to use a range of applications software, hardware and communication technologies to solve a variety of different problems.
Unit 2 – Living in the Digital World
This unit looks at the wider picture of the use of ICT and promotes an understanding of the basic terms and concepts involved in the study of the subject. Questions addressed include:-
* Why is ICT being used?
* Is it appropriate to use ICT?
* What are its present and future implications?
* How does a particular use of ICT affect society?
A2 Level (Year 2)
Unit 3 – The Use of ICT in the Digital World
This unit looks at future developments in ICT together with the management of ICT and its use within organisations both large and small.
Unit 4 – Practical Issues Involved in the Use of ICT in the Digital World
Coursework unit involving the production of an ICT-related system over an extended period of time.
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Further Details
How you will learn
There are two ICT lessons per week. You will become active investigators rather than passive learners and will develop a number of projects aimed at developing your understanding of analysis, design, implementation, testing and evaluation.
How you will be assessed
Throughout the year there are checkpoints aimed at developing your knowledge, understanding and written skills. These will be graded against exam board marking schemes in order to give you a realistic appraisal of your progress. The formal assessment is as follows:-
Unit 1 – 1 ½ hour exam based on short answer questions and structured questions
Unit 2 – 1 ½ hour exam based on short answer questions and structured questions
Unit 3 – 2 hour exam based on structured questions and questions requiring extended answers
Unit 4 - Coursework
Entry Requirements
Five GCSEs at grade A* - C or above including ICT and English. You will also need a Level 2 numeracy qualification. If you do not have this, we can assess your current level of numeracy.
Course Costs (subject to change)
Tuition and certification are free if you are aged 16-18 years old. Related additional costs may include materials, equipment, visits, residentials etc which are payable by all students.
Any student entered/registered with an Awarding Body who has been given free entry and then withdraws or is withdrawn by a tutor will incur the certification fee associated with the course. Any re-sit examination will incur a cost.
Different fees apply to international students.
This Training Course is offered "in house" at the following locations:
Wakefield
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