COURSE LOCATION KEY: D = Daventry N = Northampton (Booth Lane) LM = Northampton (Lower Mounts)
We provide a whole range of courses encompassing Software Development, Systems Support, ICT, Computer Studies, IT User and Web Design, providing you with real opportunities to enter this exciting, fast-moving world.
We pride ourselves in providing a full range of both general and specialist full-time courses in Computing and Information Technology, and use an extensive range of software, including Microsoft Office, Visual Basic, Dreamweaver, Flash and Fireworks. We also use other specialist software programmes, such as CISCO Academy learning material.
Our vocational programmes cover the full range, from Foundation Learning Tier in IT to BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT.
For those with specific requirements, we have plenty of vocational progression routes. For example, BTEC Diplomas can potentially lead onto the BTEC Level 3 suite of qualifications.
We also offer a full range of specialist part-time courses, including the CISCO Networking Academy, which can be taken as an additional qualification. Elements of these may be incorporated into several programmes.
A high level of importance is placed on your attendance, as this shows your commitment to the course and your own learning, so we expect 100% attendance.
All programmes will include either GCSE Maths and English, or Functional Skills, plus Tutorial and Enrichment.
Our specialist resources include:
• Dedicated networks with Internet access in an attractive environment with a full range of modern software
• Comprehensive support • Local resource area • Additional drop-in facilities • A large team of experienced, specialist lecturing staff • Interactive whiteboards and data projectors
• Two discrete labs for Networking and PC building and maintenance.
Computing & IT 67
Foundation Learning – IT N
How long? One year
What do I need? Four GCSEs at Grade E or above.
What will I study?
This course is suitable for you if you have little experience and wish to improve your skills and confidence, or if you wish to develop further. You’ll learn how to use a computer and various software applications, and then demonstrate skills in the use of a computer using work-related documents and activities.
There is one core unit: • Improve productivity using IT
You will also study six specialist units from:
• Set up an IT system • Optimise IT system performance • IT communication fundamentals • IT security • Using the internet • Using email • IT user fundamentals • Using mobile IT devices.
And four application units:
• Word processing software • Spreadsheet software • Presentation software • Website software.
This will lead to the achievement of a Level 1 IT qualification.
You will also study for qualifications in Functional Skills and Personal and Social Development.
What can I do next? If you achieve all elements of this qualification, you may be able to progress to the BTEC Level 2 Diploma in IT.
Course Code: LFLACDITI FB11
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