This is a practical, skills based unitised qualification.

AIMS OF THE COURSE

The ICT specification aims to;

• Encourage students to become independent users of ICT, make informed decisions about its use and be aware of its implications for individuals, organizations and societies.
• Acquire and apply creative and technical skills in a range of contexts.
• Develop ICT based solutions to solve problems.
• Develop an understanding of current and emerging technologies.
• Develop understanding of legal, social, economic, ethical and environmental issues raised by ICT.
• Recognise potential risks when using ICT and develop safe, secure and responsible practice.
• Develop the skills needed to work collaboratively.
• Evaluate ICT-based solutions.

 

OUTLINE OF THE COURSE

 

Content	Assessment	Weighting	Availability
Unit 1   Tools & Applications	Controlled assessment	30%	January & Summer
Unit 2   Using Multimedia & Games Technology	Controlled Assessment	30%	January & Summer
Unit 3   Understanding ICT Systems in Everyday Life and its implications for Individuals, Organisations, Society and the Wider World	External Exam (2 hours)   Synoptic	40%	Summer

 

This course has a heavy coursework load. Good attendance is essential. Pupils must be prepared to work independently, set high targets and stick to deadlines.

 

Anyone who wishes to study Computing / ICT / Applied ICT at ‘A’ Level will not be permitted to do so unless they have GCSE ICT.

 

CAREER IMPLICATIONS

Programmer / Systems Analyst / Software Engineer / Computer operator / Technician / Web designer / Multi Media Designer / Consultant / Business Project Management / Network Management / Sales / Technical Support / Games developer / Training / Research / Healthcare Computing Systems / Administration etc.