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Why should I choose this subject?
The qualifications aim to develop students’ knowledge, understanding and skills of the principles of IT and Global Information Systems. Students will gain an insight into the IT sector as they investigate the pace of technological change, IT infrastructure, the flow of information on a global scale, and the importance of legal and security considerations.
Designed in collaboration with experts spanning the breadth of the sector, the Level 3 Cambridge Technicals in IT focus on the requirements that today’s universities and employers demand.
How will I be assessed in this subject?
AS
Unit 1: Fundamentals of IT - External examination (90 pts)
Unit 2: Global Information - External examination (90 pts)
A2
Unit 3: Cyber Security - External examination (60 pts)
Unit 8: Project Management - Coursework element (60 pts)
Unit 9: Product Development - Coursework element (60 pts)
What will I study?
AS Areas of Study
Unit 1:
Unit 1:
Fundamentals of IT
Fundamentals of IT
A sound understanding of IT technologies and practices is essential for IT professionals. Information learnt in this unit will create a solid foundation in the fundamentals of hardware, networks, software, the ethical use of computers and how businesses use IT.
After completing this unit, the knowledge, skills and understanding, students have developed will underpin their study for the additional units.
Knowledge gained in the study of this unit will also help prepare students for relevant industry qualifications such as CompTIA A+, CompTIA Mobility+ and Cisco IT Essentials.
Unit 2:
Unit 2:
Global Information
Global Information
The purpose of this unit is to demonstrate the uses of information in the public domain, globally, in the cloud and across the Internet, by individuals and organisations.
This unit will provide students with a greater understanding of how organisations use information sources both internally and externally and the types of information they will encounter. The skills gained by completing this unit will give them knowledge of the functionality of information and how data is stored and processed by organisations.
A2 Areas of Study
Unit 3:
Unit 3:
Cyber Security
Cyber Security
This unit has been designed to enable students to gain knowledge and understanding of the range of threats, vulnerabilities and risks that impact on both individuals and organisations. They will learn about the solutions that can be used to prevent or deal with cyber security incidents resulting from these challenges. Students will be able to apply their knowledge and understanding of cyber security issues and solutions by reviewing and making recommendations for ways to best protect digital systems and information.
Unit 8:
Unit 8:
Project Management
Project Management
This unit will provide your students with the opportunity to understand and use various project planning skills and techniques, thereby enabling them to become more effective in the workplace.
Unit 9:
Unit 9:
Product Development
Product Development
The purpose of this unit is to prepare your students to undertake product development activities. They will learn about different product design methodologies and the role of the product development life cycle. In addition, they’ll discover the factors that influence product developments.
What career pathways are available to me if I study this subject?
This qualification offers you the chance to work in areas such as an IT Manager, Systems Development Manager, Data Centre Manager, Network Manager, User Support Manager, Systems Analyst, Business Analyst, IT Trainer, Programmer, Web-Designer, Web Analyst, Software Engineer, ICT Teacher, Systems Integration.
Extra Curricular
If you choose OCR IT, you may have the opportunity to take part in the following activities;
Guest speakers from various occupations within the ICT industry
Visit to Google European Headquarters in Dublin
Visit to Queens University, Belfast Computing Department
PwC short courses available
Student Testimonials
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