I.T. Cambridge National

TYPE OF QUALIFICATION

OCR CAMBRIDGE NATIONALS IT LEVEL 1/2 – J836

https://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/cambridge-nationals/it-level-1-2-j836/

Course Content

Our Cambridge National in IT will encourage students to:

• understand and apply the fundamental principles and concepts of IT, including the use of IT in the digital world, Internet of Everything, data manipulation and Augmented Reality
•  understand, apply and use  IT appropriately and effectively for the purpose and audience
• develop learning and practical skills that can be applied to real-life contexts and work situations
• think creatively, innovatively, analytically, logically and critically
• develop independence and confidence in using skills that would be relevant to the IT sector and more widely
• plan, design, create, test and evaluate/review IT solutions and products which are fit for purpose and meeting user/client requirements and apply design and Human Computer Interface (HCI) considerations appropriate for a defined audience
• understand the impacts of digital technologies on the individual, organisation and wider society.

 This qualification will help students to develop:

•  a deep understanding in the use of IT in the digital world and how to apply design tools, principles of human computer interactions, the use of data and testing, cyber-security and legislation when creating an IT solution or product
•  technical skills which can be used to plan, design, create, test and evaluate/review IT solutions and Augmented Reality (AR) products that are appropriate for a defined target audience and meet requirements.

 All results are awarded on the following scale:

Level 2 – Distinction* (*2), Distinction (D2), Merit (M2), Pass (P2)

Level 1 – Distinction (D1), Merit (M1), Pass (P1) and Fail/Unclassified.

How is this course assessed?

You will be assessed via two pieces of coursework set by OCR, each worth 30% of the qualification. These will test your application of knowledge and skill in Spreadsheet Design & Augmented Reality.

You will also complete an examination at the end of the course worth 40% of the qualification.

Where will this course take me?

· A Level Business Studies

· Cambridge Technicals in Business Level 2/3

· BTEC National in Business

· T-Levels & Apprenticeships

This course will also provide a sound set of skills and knowledge which can be applicable in a wide range of job roles and support further learning.