CALDERDALE COLLEgE 2012/13

COMPUTING
BTEC LEVEL 1 IT USERS CERTIFICATE
(COMBINED WITH E3 WORKSKILLS)
This course is delivered combined with the Level 1 Certifi cate in IT
What will I study?
An ideal course if you are interested in working in an IT related fi eld such as offi ce work, but
need to develop your skills and understanding of employment opportunities. You will learn
about the types of jobs that are available, who you might work for and what working will be
like. The course involves learning to use a computer for business activities, developing an
understanding of how computers work, how to use the internet. It will also develop personal
fi nance management.
Moving On
This course can lead to employment within the IT and Business Administration sector as
well as progression onto: BTEC Diploma for ICT Practitioners; BTEC Diploma in Retail or BTEC
Diploma in Business.
BTEC FIRST DIPLOMA IT
Qualifi cation
BTEC Level 2 First Diploma IT
What Will I Study
You will learn how to use a computer safely and store your work securely. ICT Graphics:
Electronic pictures are now an everyday part of our lives. Digital cameras are everywhere
- many of us have them built in to our phones or buy them relatively cheaply. You will learn
how to use software to create and modify graphic images. Mobile Communication: This unit
looks at wireless connections such as mobile phone networks, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. Web
Development: The Internet is now an important part of most people's lives. This unit teaches
you how to make web pages and web sites. The use of text, colour, pictures, links and many
other features are covered in detail. Developing Computer Games: This unit will give you
the opportunity to design a simple game and acquire the skills in testing and documenting
computer games.
Moving On
This qualifi cation will provide employment opportunities in areas such as systems support,
network design and technical support services. Progression opportunities include Level 3
System Support or Computer Games Development.
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