IT Skills Workshop OCR ITQ Award at Level 1 or Level 2
Duration
IT Skills Workshop OCR ITQ Award is a part time course of 2 hours per week for 32 weeks. Classes are held in the evening only.
Introduction
IT Skills Workshop OCR ITQ Award provides an excellent introduction to using a computer and working with some popular computer applications. It removes people’s fear of computers and provides basic IT skills as well as higher skills for those who have already achieved a Level 1 ITQ.
IT Skills Workshop OCR ITQ Award is taught at our campus in Longbridge, Birmingham.
Content
Students will be able to work at their own pace through three units of ITQ. For level 1 you will need 9 credits, but for Level 2 you will need 10 for an Award.
The units offered are:
- Database software
- Desktop publishing software
- Using email
- Using the Internet
- Presentation software
- Spreadsheet software
- Word processing software
Teaching Methods
A variety of methods and materials will be used, with an emphasis on practical experience in workshop activities, which are supported by manuals and materials specially prepared by the college.
Assessment
Each unit is individually assessed and certified. Assessments are taken when the client has reached the required standard. The assessments are marked by the tutor and externally moderated by OCR.
Qualification Gained
OCR ITQ Award Level 1 or 2
Opportunities for Progression
Students can progress to a Level 2 ITQ or onto another business or IT course.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements, other than basic literacy. However, students must be capable of working independently using written learning materials. All potential students will be required to undertake a short literacy assessment.
ADDITIONAL LEARNING SUPPORT
If you have a learning difficulty, disability or medical condition that means that you may require additional learning support during your studies, please ensure that you discuss this with the Assessment & Support Manager before enrolling on a course. It is essential that this is discussed at the earliest possible opportunity to ensure that the college has the resources available to meet your support needs. Please contact the Assessment & Support Manager on 0121 477 1300 for further guidance.
For Further Information
If you are interested in studying IT Skills Workshop OCR ITQ Award, please contact the Advice Zone on 0121 477 1300, call in or email info@bournville.ac.uk
Reference
(MP114) 02/13
