Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in IT (Single)

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1 description Introductory Diploma in IT (Single) 600/4623/ A*-C grades including B and English C (Head of Department Discretion) This course consists of two mandatory units and four optional units. 1- Communication and employability skills for IT 2- Information systems 3- Computer systems 18- Web animation for interactive media 4- Managing networks 19- Spreadsheet modelling 5- Organisational systems security 20- Impact of the Use of IT on Business Systems 6- e-commerce 21- Communication Technologies 7- Computer networks 22- IT Systems Troubleshooting and Repair 8- IT technical support 23- Database Design 9- Project planning with IT 24- Client Side Customisation of Web Pages 10- Developing computer games 25- Data Analysis and Design 11- Maintaining computer systems 26- Web Server Scripting 12- Website production 27- Digital Graphics 13- Installing and upgrading software 28- Networked Systems Security 14- Computer animation 29- The business environment 15- Computer game platforms and 30- Business Resources 16-2D animation production 31- Digital Graphics for Interactive Media 17- Interactive media authoring 32- Computer Game Design All units are internally assessed and externally moderated. There are no timetabled exams for this qualification. The full award and units from this qualification are graded as Pass (E), Merit (C), Distinction (A) or Distinction * (A*). D* 140 A* D 120 A M 80 C P 40 E Learners will have the opportunity to acquire the essential knowledge and tools for the world of work by developing transferable skills such as planning, research and analysis, working with others and effective communication. They are also suitable for learners who wish to move into different areas of employment or develop their knowledge and skills as part of their continual professional development (CPD). the opportunity to develop essential knowledge, transferable skills and personal skills necessary for further education and/or employment Mr M Dallas Head of & E-Learning Greenacre Academy Dallm001@medwaymail.org or Mrs S Sutton Head of Walderslade Girls School SSutton@waldersladegirls.org.uk

2 Description 600/4231/X Diploma in IT (Double) 5 A*-C grades including B and English C (Head of Department Discretion) This course consists of two mandatory units and ten optional units. 1- Communication and employability skills for IT 2- Information systems 3.Computer systems 18.Web animation for interactive media 4.Managing networks 19.Spreadsheet modelling 5.Organisational systems security 20.Impact of the Use of IT on Business Systems 6.e-Commerce 21.Communication Technologies 7.Computer networks 22.IT Systems Troubleshooting and Repair 8.IT technical support 23.Database Design 9.Project planning with IT 24.Client Side Customisation of Web Pages 10.Developing computer games 25.Data Analysis and Design 11.Maintaining computer systems 26.Web Server Scripting 12.Website production 27.Digital Graphics 13.Installing and upgrading software 28.Networked Systems Security 14.Computer animation 29.The business environment 15.Computer game platforms & 30.Business Resources 16.2D animation production 31.Digital Graphics for Interactive Media 17.Interactive media authoring 32.Computer Game Design All units are internally assessed and externally moderated. There are no timetabled exams for this qualification. The full award and units from this qualification are graded as Pass (E), Merit (C), Distinction (A) or Distinction * (A*). D*D* 280 A*A* D*D 260 A*A DD 240 AA DM 200 BB MM 160 CC MP 120 DD PP 80 EE Learners will have the opportunity to acquire the essential knowledge and tools for the world of work by developing transferable skills such as planning, research and analysis, working with others and effective communication. They are also suitable for learners who wish to move into different areas of employment or develop their knowledge and skills as part of their continual professional development (CPD). the opportunity to develop essential knowledge, transferable skills and personal skills necessary for further education and/or employment Mr M Dallas (Head of & E-Learning Greenacre Academy) Dallm001@medwaymail.org or Mrs S Sutton (Head of Walderslade Girls School) SSutton@waldersladegirls.org.uk 23

3 description 600/4234/5 Extended Diploma (Triple) 5 A*-C grades including (B) and English (C)(Head of Department Discretion) This course consists of two mandatory units and sixteen optional units. 1- Communication and employability skills for IT 2 - Information systems 2- Computer systems 18- Web animation for interactive media 3- Managing networks 19- Spreadsheet modelling 4- Organisational systems security 20- Impact of IT on Business Systems 5- e-commerce 21- Communication Technologies 6- Computer networks 22- IT Systems Troubleshooting and Repair 7- IT technical support 23- Database Design 8- Project planning with IT 24- Client Side Customisation of Web Pages 9- Developing computer games 25- Data Analysis and Design 10- Maintaining computer systems 26- Web Server Scripting 11- Website production 27- Digital Graphics 12- Installing and upgrading software 28- Networked Systems Security 13- Computer animation 29- The business environment 14- Computer game platforms and 30- Business Resources 15-2D animation production 31- Digital Graphics for Interactive Media 16- Interactive media authoring 32- Computer Game Design All units are internally assessed and externally moderated. There are no timetabled exams for this qualification. The full award and units from this qualification are graded as Pass (E), Merit (C), Distinction (A) or Distinction * (A*). D* D* D* 420 A*A*A* D* D*D 400 A*A*A D*DD 380 A*AA DDD 360 AAA DDM 320 AAB DMM 280 BBB MMM 240 CCC MMP 200 CCD MPP 160 DDD PPP 120 EEE Learners will have the opportunity to acquire the essential knowledge and tools for the world of work by developing transferable skills such as planning, research and analysis, working with others and effective communication. They are also suitable for learners who wish to move into different areas of employment or develop their knowledge and skills as part of their continual professional development (CPD). the opportunity to develop essential knowledge, transferable skills and personal skills necessary for further education and/or employment Mr M Dallas (Head of & E-Learning) Greenacre Academy)Dallm001@medwaymail.org Mrs S Sutton (Head of Walderslade Girls School) SSutton@waldersladegirls.org.uk 24

4 Exam board Description 500/2277/5 500/2195/3 AS/A2 Level 5 A*-C including Grade B in GCSE, English and Mathematics. This new specification allows learners to explore the latest and develop a broad range of skills essential in the modern world. Practical elements inspire and challenge providing a sound base for further study and life in general. a sound Learners explore the latest, through updated course content, for example Bluetooth, broadband and global positioning systems Modern and relevant content In the new specification, the whole emphasis of the qualification has shifted, the focus is now on the practical applications of, which gives learners the skills they ll need to enter today s business world. There s now a greater emphasis on encouraging practical skills, and coursework has been retained as the best method for assessing them. At AS level, the Information, Systems and Applications unit is assessed via written examination, Structured Tasks is assessed on coursework. At A2 level Systems, Applications and Implications is assessed via written examination, Project is assessed on coursework. Opportunities s that involve Along with other A Level subjects the opportunity to apply to university Mrs S Sutton (Head of Walderslade Girls School) ssutton@waldersladegirls.org.uk or Mr M Dallas (Head of & E-Learning Greenacre Academy) Dallm001@medwaymail.org 25

5 description Level 2 Award for Creative imedia 500/8535/9 5 A* - E grades at GCSE (Head of Department Discretion) The Creative imedia 2010 qualifications are designed to reflect the various creative and media skills that are used for different purposes within industry, and to recognise skills and knowledge already acquired through other qualifications. Creative interactive media is a dynamic, fast-moving industry, and s imedia qualification is the complete learning package for this market. It s a valuable tool for anyone wanting to specialise and enter a wide range of interactive media jobs, including web designers, graphic artists, multimedia producers and animators Individuals need IT skills to maximise efficiency in their productivity. Using IT can range from routine word processing to evidence research, to the use of powerful application packages that are available for creating and editing media products. To achieve this qualification, candidates must complete a total of 9 credits, of which a minimum of 6 credits must be achieved at Level 2; the remaining credits can be at level 1, 2 or 3. No more than 3 credits may be from the Adobe units. Units available:- 201 Pre-production skills 202 Digital media skills for asset production 203 Video composite effects 204 Character modelling 205 Sound effects 206 Storytelling with a comic strip 207 Virtual performance 208 Digital performance 210 Interactive multimedia concepts 211 Creating a multipage website 212 Creating a digital animation 213 Digital graphics editing 214S Creating a digital sound sequence 214V Creating a digital video sequence 215 Game design concepts 216 Developing digital games using game creation software 217 Digital photography A218 Adobe rich media communication using Flash A219 Adobe web communication using Dreamweaver A220 Adobe visual communication using Photoshop All units are internally assessed and externally moderated. There are no timetabled exams for this qualification. Units will be graded Pass or Fail. This course is suitable for those in full-time education who wish to gain access to the imedia industry Completion of this and other courses may lead onto a level 3 course. Mrs S Sutton (Head of Walderslade Girls School) ssutton@waldersladegirls.org.uk or Mr M Dallas (Head of & E-Learning Greenacre Academy) dallm001@medwaymail.org 50