This programme is specifically geared towards those who have left school with little GCSE success, but with a burning desire to work in technical IT. Concentrating on practical IT skills and working ethics, this challenging course introduces you to hardware, software applications and digital devices. No previous experience is assumed. Method of Assessment: Mixture of theoretical and practical assignment work and projects. Units include: Starting work in the IT Industry - Learn about what careers are available within the IT sector and for people with IT skills in other sectors. What skills are needed to run IT systems, websites, network systems and to support IT? Working in the IT Industry - What is it like to work in the industry? What do IT support staff do? What training is available? How is their performance measured? Developing skills in IT - Learn the main features on a PC computer and understand the OS in a business as well as how to organise files and manipulate desktop applications. Plus 2 of the following units: Personal Effectiveness - Audit your own IT skills and relate these to the job market for IT professionals Social Responsibility at Work - How IT work is affected by the laws of society and how IT will shape the future of society. Financial Management - Improve your skills in managing money, handling a budget and using financial software. Plus the following units: PC Systems - How does a how a PC system works? Learn about the different PC peripherals, when they are used and how they are connected to the PC. IT Applications - Maximise your productivity through effective use of desktop applications. Digital Devices - What different digital devices are available to support IT work and benefit industry? Assignment work/background reading in addition to College attendance is required.

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