Vocational award in ICT

TEACHER IN CHARGE:  Mr K Chaudhry EXAMINATION BOARD:  Eduqas

WEBSITE ADDRESS: https://www.eduqas.co.uk/qualifications/level-1-2-vocational-award-in-ict/#tab_overview 

IT Information Video

What will I study?

Part 1: ICT in Society [40%]

This unit allows you to explore the wide range of uses of hardware, application and specialist software in society. You will investigate how information technology is used in a range of contexts, including business and organisations, education and home use. 

• 1.1 How IT can be used to fulfil the needs of organisations and individuals 

• 1.2 How data and information is used and transferred 

• 1.3 Legal, moral, ethical, cultural and environmental impacts of IT and the need for cybersecurity 

Part 2:  ICT in Context  [60%]

This unit enables you to gain a broad working knowledge of databases, spreadsheets, automated documents and images and to apply their knowledge and understanding to solve problems in vocational settings. 

• 1.1 How IT can be used to fulfil the needs of organisations and individuals 

• 1.2 How data and information is used and transferred 

How many examinations will I take?                                                                                                                                                                                                 There is one exam lasting 80 mins that covers part 1 of the course: ICT in Society

What percentage of my final mark is determined by coursework?

60% (see part 2 above)

When does the coursework have to be complete?

The coursework unit is divided into sections and deadlines will be set for each component. Students must meet the deadlines or this will affect their grade. The coursework will take 40 hours to complete spread out of the duration of the course.

What qualities do I need to be successful?

 Students must:

●  be well organised and able to meet deadlines

●  be interested in ICT

●  enjoy extended project work

●  be self-motivated and able to study under your own initiative.

What sort of teaching styles are typically used?

●       Teacher demonstration.

●       One-to-one tuition.

●       Whole-class teaching and activities.

●       Peer mentor.

●       Project work.

●       E-teaching and learning.

Will I have any choice in terms of the subject areas I study?

No, topics are set out by the exam board

Is there anything else you think I should know about this subject?

All project work will be presented to the examining body electronically.  Students must be able to meet deadlines and be good at completing tasks based on electronic learning activities.  Good attendance is a must for coursework sessions as these are supervised in school and scope for catching up is limited.