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IT Users ITQ Level 1 Diploma City & Guilds
Course Description
ITQ Qualifications offer freedom, choice and flexibility.
Allowing for different routes to achievement, students can build up
credits and combine them in a way that will help them get to where
they want to be. Achievements will be kept on an electronic learner
record, encouraging learners and others to value past
achievements.
Course Structure
The course is made up of units to the value of 37 Credits.
Each unit is worth either 2 or 3 Credits. The student must pass
the Core Unit worth 3 Credits along with the selected optional
units up to the total of 37 Credits for progression onto Level
2.
Core Unit
Improving Productivity using IT
Optional Units Sample
Design Software, Video Software, IT User Fundamentals,
Multimedia Software, Database Software, Setting up an IT System,
Website Software, Spreadsheets Software, Word Processing Software,
Audio Software and Imaging Software.
Students will also be required to attend Functional Skills and
Tutorials.
Course Assessment
Assessment could be a combination of Online Tests, Paper Based
Tests, Witness Testimonies, Professional Discussion or Portfolio
building although emphasis is on “doing” rather than “writing”,
however, some written work will be necessary.
Entry Requirements
- Completion of a skills review and diagnostic assessment.
- All applicants must complete an initial assessment in Maths and
English, a diagnostic assessment and attend an interview.
- Potential students will be assessed on an individual basis
following the successful completion of a 3 day Taster Course and
the college induction process.
Course Progression Routes
- BTEC First Diploma for IT Users
- BTEC First Diploma in System Support
- Level 2 IT Apprenticeship
Course Career Prospects
After further study there are many opportunities to gain
employment in the IT sector.
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If you are unsure about your career progression please contact the Careers Team.
Enrichment
Activities such as trips and visits will be arranged, which are
beneficial to this course and your learning. These activities are
optional and additional fees will be charged to you. Details will
be provided at the time of interview.
A level 1 Art & Design Award is also delivered.
Course Costs
There are no course fees if you are under 19 years old. However,
there are material costs of £20.00 - to cover the cost of a Memory
stick, paper, printing and any trips we may attend.
For Application and Enrolment Information Contact
Learner Services,
Doncaster College,
The Hub,
Chappell Drive,
Doncaster,
DN1 2RF
Free phone: 0800 358 7575
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