Information and Communication Technology A Level

Code  ALV1

Course Content

You gain an AS level after successfully completing Year 1, you will be awarded a full A level after successfully completing Year 2.

Year 1
Skills in the following:
Practical Problem Solving in the Digital World -
• Analysis and Design of Solutions
• Implementation and testing of ICT Solutions
• Evaluation of ICT Solutions
• Input Devices and Media
• Output Devices and Media
• Storage Devices and Media
• Selection and Use of Appropriate Software
• Current Health and Safety Legislation

Living in the Digital World -
• ICT Systems, their components and uses
• Data and Information
• Data Transfer
• Backup and Recovery

Year 2
Skills in the following:

Studying concepts associated with the use of ICT in the 21st Century, including the opportunities for acquiring skills needed in the IT profession such as co-operative working and project management-
• The Use of ICT in the Digital World
• Developments in Technology
• Information needs of Organisations
• ICT Systems Management of ICT
• Developing ICT Systems
• Introducing Large ICT Systems into Organisations

Coursework-
• Practical Issues Involved in the Use of ICT in the Digital World.
• Managing the use of ICT in Organisations
• Investigating, analysing, defining requirements
• Selecting and using appropriate technologies
• Designing solutions
• Methods for testing and installation
• Documenting and evaluating solutions

Assessment

Examination and coursework

Progression

An A Level in ICT can form the basis for study at University in ICT or other related courses such as Business. Good ICT skills will be beneficial for virtually any course choice at University and is a real advantage when applying for employment. Careers include: Programmer, Systems Analyst, Games Designer, IT Support Technician and We Designer.

What subjects can I study with this course?

ICT is a perfect complement to most other A Level subjects.