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BTEC Diploma/Extended Diploma<br />
(Level 3) IT<br />
These courses provide you with a sound<br />
foundation in Software Development or Network<br />
and System Support. They provide both practical<br />
IT skills and knowledge of the use of IT in<br />
programming and software development.<br />
They also give you the opportunity to develop<br />
the personal skills needed in the workplace.<br />
The units, which include Website Management,<br />
Communications Technology, Operating Systems<br />
and Programming, will be taught using a range<br />
of methods including lectures, group discussion,<br />
blogs, podcasts, forums and research activities.<br />
Most units have a strong practical element during<br />
which you will be working with computers.<br />
Entry Requirements<br />
You need five GCSEs at C grade or above including English<br />
and Mathematics, or a BTEC First Diploma in IT Practitioners<br />
at Distinction grade.<br />
Course Expenses<br />
Course materials including a USB memory stick<br />
- approximately £30 - £50.<br />
BTEC Extended Diploma (Level 3)<br />
IT (Fast-tracked)<br />
Career Prospects/Progression<br />
On successful completion of either of these courses, you may<br />
progress on to Higher Education qualifications in a related<br />
subject area or employment in a vocational area.<br />
For more information on<br />
Science &<br />
Computing<br />
01935 423921<br />
This one year course provides you with a<br />
sound foundation in Software Development,<br />
Networking and Systems Support and gives you<br />
the opportunity to develop the personal skills<br />
needed in the workplace. It encompasses both<br />
practical IT skills and knowledge of the use of<br />
IT in programming and software development.<br />
Areas covered will include Website Management,<br />
Communications Technology, Operating Systems<br />
& Programming. Most units have a strong<br />
practical element during which you will be<br />
working with computers.<br />
Entry Requirements<br />
You need four GCSEs at C grade or above, including English<br />
and Mathematics, or a BTEC First Diploma in IT Practitioners<br />
at Distinction grade.<br />
Career Prospects/Progression<br />
On successful completion of this course, you can progress to<br />
an Apprenticeship working and training in the field of Computing<br />
and IT. You will need to pass an interview and find a placement<br />
with a suitable company.<br />
For further information, please contact the <strong>College</strong> on 01935 423921 or visit www.yeovil.ac.uk. All information correct at time of print. 63
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