IT – J808 Cambridge National Certificate

This is a course for the user of IT. It is based around undertaking complex IT data projects for specific user scenarios/requirements. Consequently students learn about the project life cycle, IT based planning tools, data collection, data storage, data processing, data security and legality as well as final data distribution channels and appropriate information formats. Students have 2 attempts at a given project assignment which represents 50% of their final grade. A final exam forms the other 50% of their grade which focuses on mini case studies associated with data use scenarios or IT projects. Our option take up at KS4 is normally one of the largest in the school with four groups.

R012: Understanding tools, techniques, methods and processes for technological solutions

Students develop their knowledge and understanding of different hardware and software applications and the tools and techniques used to select, store, manipulate and present data. They also explore the various risks associated with the collection, storage and use of data, including legal, moral, ethical and security issues, and how such risks can be mitigated.

R013: Developing technological solutions

Students create a technological solution that processes data and communicates information, following the phases of the project life cycle using different hardware and software technologies to create an integrated technological solution. They develop practical skills such as carrying out a SWOT analysis, creating GANTT charts, developing online surveys, and presenting data through web-based technologies.