ICT
Subject Overview
In an increasingly digital world, it is essential that pupils develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to use technology effectively, safely and responsibly. Pupils study discrete IT ay Key Stage 3, where they develop a strong foundation in digital literacy, computational thinking, problem solving and the practical use of industry standard software. Our aim is to equip pupils with the digital skills required to succeed across all areas of the curriculum and to prepare them for further study, future employment and life in a rapidly evolving technological society. IT encourages creativity, innovation, communication and critical thinking, providing students with valuable transferable skills that will support them throughout their education and future careers.
Key Stage 3
In Key Stage 3, pupils learn a range of essential skills and develop their Digital Literacy skills through the use of software including Microsoft Office Application and clous based software. The transferable skills developed are implemented in other curricular areas and are further developed for those who wish to study this subject in-depth at Key Stage 4 and 5.
Key Stage 4
Head of Department
Mrs G Williams
OCN NI Information Technology Applications
This course is aimed at pupils who excel in coursework. It is 100% portfolio based with no external examination. Pupils will develop skills in the use of industry standard software. The qualifications will provide you with excellent knowledge and develop your skills in a broad range of software. The qualifications will provide you with excellent knowledge and develop your skills in a broad range of software. “Nine out of ten new jobs require people with IT user skills” OCN NI IT
Assessment structure
Units of evidence
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Communication
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Database Design
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Multimedia
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Spreadsheet Modelling
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User Fundamentals
Assessments methods are varied and include: -
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Research
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Implementation of IT Systems
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Producing Documents
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Reports
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Observations
Employability/job opportunities/further study
Further study at Post 16:
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OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in IT
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CCEA GCE Digital Technology
Post 16
OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in IT
This course is aimed at pupils who excel in coursework. It is 100% portfolio based with no external examination.
This course aims to develop skills in the use of industry standard software.
Course units – 6 units must be completed to gain an Introductory Diploma which is the equivalent to one ‘A’ Level.
Both qualifications will provide you with excellent knowledge and develop your skills in a broad range of software.
Assessment structure
Units of Evidence
Unit 1 | Communication and Employability Skills for IT
Unit 2 | Information Systems
Unit 10 | Developing Computer Games
Unit 6 | E-commerce
Unit 23 | Database Design
Unit 19 | Spreadsheet Modelling
Assessments methods are varied and include: -
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Research
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Implementation of IT Systems
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Producing Documents
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Reports
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Observations
Employability/job opportunities/further study
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Software Developer
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Database Administrator
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Computer Hardware Engineer
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Computer Systems Analyst
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Web Developer
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Information Security Analyst
Post 16 Extra Curricular Activities /Trips/Industry links
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Bring IT On NI – workshops, school visits, presentations
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Sentinus - workshops and presentations
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University visits
