|
Module |
Module Content |
Assessment and weighting |
| AS |
IT1: Information Systems |
Information Systems Unit 1 is about acquiring knowledge and understanding of information systems. Section A: Data, information and knowledge The value and importance of information Quality of information Validation and verification Capabilities and limitations of ICT Uses of ICT in business, education, health and home Presenting information Networks Human Computer Interface (HCI) Social issues Database Systems Section B: Spreadsheet modelling |
Section A: Written Paper Section B:
Pre-prepared spreadsheet- related questions 30% |
| AS |
IT2: Presenting Information Task |
Presenting Information Unit 2 requires candidates to use ICT hardware and software applications to solve a problem involving 3 separate tasks: Using DTP, e.g. for magazine design Containing automated routines, e.g. mail merged letter PowerPoint type presentation or web pages. The work will be internally assessed and externally moderated by WEJC. |
Coursework: 20% |
| A2 |
IT3: Use and Impact of ICT: |
Use and Impact of ICT Unit 3 is about the use and impact of ICT such as: Networks The Internet Human Computer Interface (HCI) Working with ICT Security Policies Database Systems Management of Change Management Information Systems (MIS) System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) |
Written Paper in 2 sections: Sections A & B Quality of written communication is assessed in Section B. 30% |
| A2 |
IT4: Relational Database Project |
Unit 4 requires candidates to produce a relational database project. The database project does not have to be based in an actual commercial context, but candidates are encouraged to develop a realistic system. The coursework includes: User Requirements, Design Specification, Implementation, Testing, User Documentation, Evaluation and Project Planning |
Coursework: 20% |
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