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GCE AS/A2
Why
choose ICT:
The world is littered with ICT as it
has developed over the past quarter century much of it has been through
stumbling from one mistake to another with different levels of success. You will learn about ICT issues and aspects
of managing ICT in a business type environment.
Of course you will learn about the parts that make up a computer and the
interaction between its various parts.
Naturally you will use a variety of
software both in learning to use the software package and employing software to
produce particular assignments. Also, you will develop the skills of working as
an independent worker.
What
does the course involve?
It will involve reading, developing
skills and acquisition of knowledge of the basic workings of a computer and
research through contacts, made by you, in the world of work.
How
is the course taught?
You will have a timetable of nine hours
per fortnight in which you will cover three modules. Two of the modules will be theoretically
based with some practical work using software packages to build upon your prior
experiences with IT. The third module is
practical and is where you will develop two projects that are examined. Naturally there will be an expectation that
you give a commitment to homework where you will research and develop further
your project work.
How
is the course assessed?
The course has two examination papers
to examine your theoretical knowledge and two projects that are internally
assessed and then externally moderated.
Why
is it valuable?
ICT is now one of the largest players
in the world of work and its use is growing daily therefore there will be
demand for people that have a clear understanding of important issues to do
with its use. As this course is focussed
towards management of ICT, with an understanding of the broader issues, you
will be better placed to be considered for a place in higher education in this
field or the work place.