This course is ideal if you have a keen interest in IT, computing or programming and wish to work in the IT industry
Fees
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Level
Level 3
This course is ideal if you have a keen interest in IT, computing or programming and you want to work preferably in an IT related industry and you already have an IT based level 2 qualification. However, if you do not have an IT based Level 2 qualification you may still be enrolled onto the course depending on your experience and IT knowledge.
This course includes 2 units:
- Principles of ICT system and data security
- Requirements analysis and systems specification
Unit 1 shows us the basic principles of ICT systems about how they run as well as data security measures they are able to implement.
Unit 2 helps us understand the hardware and software development lifecycle used in industry for projects.
Key learning within this course:
- Planning for customer requirements
- Creating design specifications
- Implementing software lifecycle procedures
- understanding the principles of ICT and data security methods and techniques used.
Upon completion of the course you will achieve a Level 3 Certificate in ICT Systems and Principles which also holds 8 UCAS points.
Entry Requirements
Ideally you will have a Level 2 IT qualification. If you do not have a qualification, you may still be able to apply for the course if you are working at Level 2 IT.
Accreditation
City & Guilds
Progression
Upon completion of the course you can apply for employment within the IT industry, apply for apprenticeships within IT, use the 8 UCAS points provided as a base to progress on to other college courses or as a contribution towards university.
