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Unit 01 - MANDATORY
IMPROVING PRODUCTIVITY USING IT

Summary
​1 - 
Plan the use of appropriate IT systems and software to meet requirements
2 - Use IT systems and software to complete planned tasks
3 - Review the selection and use of IT systems and software for tasks

The learner will:
1 - Plan the use of appropriate IT systems and software to meet requirements
The learner can:
1.1 I can identify the purpose for using IT
1.2 I can plan how to carry out the task using IT
1.3 I can select appropriate IT systems and software applications
1.4 I can identify the main legal and other constraints affecting the use of the IT system and software
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The learner will:
2 - Use IT systems and software to complete planned tasks
The learner can:
2.1 I can use preset routines to improve productivity
2.2 I can use IT to complete planned tasks

The learner will:
3 - Review the selection and use of IT systems and software for tasks
The learner can:
3.1 I can review the outcomes of the completed task
3.2 I can identify the strengths and weaknesses of the IT systems and software used for the task
3.3 I can identify ways to improve the outcomes of the completed task


Unit 02
ONLINE BASICS

Summary
​1
- Use an on-line IT system to meet needs
2 - Search for and use internet-based information
3 - Use e-mail to communicate and exchange information

The learner will:
1 - Use an on-line IT system to meet needs
The learner can:
1.1 I can start an online IT system or application and close it down appropriately when finished
1.2 I can set and use a password where necessary
1.3 I can work safely and responsibly online

The learner will:
2 - Search for and use internet-based information
The learner can:
2.1 I can choose appropriate sources of IT-based information to meet needs
2.2 I can use browser software to navigate web pages and find required information
2.3 I can select and use information which is reliable and fit for purpose

The learner will:
3 - Use e-mail to communicate and exchange information
The learner can:
3.1 I can open and read e-mail messages
3.2 I can create and send e-mail messages
3.3 I can enter and edit text to meet needs


Unit 03
DESKTOP PUBLISHING SOFTWARE 

Summary
​1 - 
Use appropriate designs and page layouts for a publication
2 - Input text and other information into a publication
3 - Use desktop publishing software techniques to edit and format a publication

The learner will:
1 - Use appropriate designs and page layouts for a publication
The learner can:
1.1 I can identify what types of information can be used in a publication
1.2 I can identify page layouts that could be used for the publication
1.3 I can use an appropriate page design and layout for a publication in line with local guidelines, where relevant
1.4 I can use appropriate media for the publication
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The learner will:
2 - Input text and other information into a publication
The learner can:
2.1 I can input information into a publication ready for editing and formatting
2.2 I can identify copyright constraints on using others' information
2.3 I can combine information from different sources in line with any copyright constraints
2.4 I can store and retrieve desktop publication files effectively, in line with local guidelines and conventions

The learner will: 
3 - Use desktop publishing software techniques to edit and format a publication
The learner can: 
3.1 I can identify what editing and formatting was used for the publication 
3.2 I can use appropriate techniques to edit publications 
3.3 I can use appropriate techniques to format text 
3.4 I can manipulate images and graphic elements accurately 
3.5 I can check publications meet needs, making corrections as required


Unit 04
​DISPLAYING INFORMATION USING ICT 

Summary
1 - Follow recommended safe practices
2 - Use correct procedures to start ICT systems and open and use applications
3 - Create a new document, enter data and check for accuracy
4 - Insert and position an image
5 - Save, print and close a document
6 - Retrieve and edit a document to achieve required outcome
7 - Align and format text
​8 - Shut down computer system

The learner will: 
1 - Follow recommended safe practices
The learner can: 
1.1 I can use equipment safely, eg arrange hardware, cables, adjust seating, lighting, avoid hazards, take breaks

The learner will: 
2 - Use correct procedures to start ICT systems and open and use applications
The learner can: 
2.1 I can switch on computer and monitor safely 
2.2 I can open software application, eg word processing, desktop publishing, etc 
2.3 I can use input devices, eg keyboard, mouse, microphone, touch screen 
2.4 I can understand that setting can be adjusted to individual needs, eg mouse, icon size, screen resolution, desktop contrast, volume

The learner will: 
3 - Create a new document, enter data and check for accuracy
The learner can: 
3.1 I can create a document 
3.2 I can work with files 
3.3 I can enter text and numbers accurately 
3.4 I can check meaning, accuracy and suitability

The learner will: 
4 - Insert and position an image
The learner can: 
4.1 I can select an image, eg picture, clipart, scanned photograph 
4.2 I can insert an image into a document 
4.3 I can bring together information, eg image with text

The learner will: 
5 - Save, print and close a document
The learner can: 
5.1 I can save documents 
5.2 I can print documents 
5.3 I can close documents

The learner will: 
6 - Retrieve and edit a document to achieve required outcome
The learner can: 
6.1 I can open an existing document and retrieve information 
6.2 I can edit data to achieve required outcome, eg add, insert, select, copy, cut, paste, drag and drop, undo, redo
6.3 I can delete data 
6.4 I can present information that is fit for purpose

The learner will: 
7 - Align and format text
The learner can: 
7.1 I can align and justify text, eg left, centre, right, full 
7.2 I can change font size, eg 16 pt etc 
7.3 I can change font styles, eg arial etc 
7.4 I can emphasise text, eg bold, italics or underline

The learner will: 
8 - Shut down computer system
The learner can: 
8.1 I can close documents 
8.2 I can close software 
8.3 I can switch off the computer and monitor safely


Unit 05
​USING ICT TO FIND INFORMATION

Summary
1 - Follow recommended safe practices
2 - Select and use appropriate ICT-based information sources
3 - Search to find specific information
4 - Use removable media
5 - Select and present information

The learner will: 
1 - Follow recommended safe practices
The learner can: 
1.1 I can use equipment safely, eg arrange hardware, cables, adjust seating, lighting, avoid hazards, take breaks

The learner will: 
2 - Select and use appropriate ICT-based information sources
The learner can: 
2.1 I can recognise different sources of information, ICT-based and other forms 
2.2 I know how to use ICT-based information sources, e.g. Internet, text message, social media
2.3 I can use correct procedures to access, use and close application

The learner will: 
3 - Search to find specific information
The learner can: 
3.1 I can use input devices 
3.2 I can use appropriate search techniques, eg search, menu, contents list, index, key word, find tool 
3.3 I can use internet sources of information, ie enter a web address, use search engine, follow links, use forward, back and use bookmarks
3.4 I can use help facilities to find information within applications

The learner will: 
4 - Use removable media
The learner can: 
4.1 I can insert, use and remove media safely, e.g. DVD, other - memory stick, flash or USB drive, etc

The learner will: 
5 - Select and present information
The learner can: 
5.1 I can recognise when appropriate information has been found 
5.2 I know how to present information, eg printouts, written reports


Unit 06
​COMMUNICATING INFORMATION USING ICT

Summary
1 - Follow recommended safe practices
2 - Access email application
3 - Create and send an email message
4 - Receive and read email messages
5 - Reply to an email
6 - Delete an email

The learner will: 
1 - Follow recommended safe practices
The learner can: 
1.1 I can use equipment safely, eg arrange hardware, cables, adjust seating, lighting, avoid hazards, take breaks

The learner will: 
2 - Access email application
The learner can: 
2.1 I can keep information secure, eg password, PIN, keep copies safe
2.2 I can open mailbox 
2.3 I can use input devices, eg keyboard, mouse

The learner will: 
3 - Create and send an email message
The learner can: 
3.1 I can create an email message 
3.2 I can enter an email address 
3.3 I can enter an appropriate subject 
3.4 I can enter text in the message area 
3.5 I can check meaning, accuracy and suitability of the email 
3.6 I can send an email
3.7 I can print an email

The learner will: 
4 - Receive and read email messages
The learner can: 
4.1 I can open an email that has been received 
4.2 I can read the email 
4.3 I can print the email

The learner will: 
5 - Reply to an email
The learner can: 
5.1 I can prepare a reply to the received email 
5.2 I can use the reply facility 
5.3 I can enter text in the message area 
5.4 I can check meaning, accuracy and suitability of the email 
5.5 I can send the email 
5.6 I can print the email

The learner will: 
6 - Understand how to carry out improvement work
The learner can: 
6.1 I can find the received email 
6.2 I can delete an email


Unit 07
​PRODUCING CHARTS USING ICT 

Summary
1 - Follow recommended safe practices
2 - Start up computer systems
3 - Use a data handling package to create charts
4 - Enter and select data
5 - Create charts appropriate to the data set
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6 - Attach headings and other labels to charts
7 - Save, print and close documents

The learner will: 
1 - Follow recommended safe practices
The learner can: 
1.1 Use equipment safely eg arrange hardware, cables, adjust seating, lighting, avoid hazards, take breaks

The learner will: 
2 - Start up computer systems
The learner can: 
2.1 Switch on computer and monitor safely 
2.2 Open software application, eg word processing, data handling, etc

The learner will: 
3 - Use a data handling package to create charts
The learner can: 
3.1 Use hardware, eg keyboard, mouse 
3.2 Use software 
3.3 Know that different software applications can produce charts eg spreadsheets and graphing packages

The learner will: 
4 - Enter and select data
The learner can: 
4.1 Key in text and numbers 
4.2 Know the importance of accuracy 
4.3 Select the required data

The learner will: 
5 - Create charts appropriate to the data set
The learner can: 
5.1 Create pie charts, bar/column charts and line charts 
5.2 Know that pie charts show the proportion of the individual items within the whole data set 
5.3 Know that bar/column charts compare individual data items 
5.4 Know that line charts show continuously changing data

The learner will: 
6 - Attach headings and other labels to charts
The learner can: 
6.1 Add headings to identify chart content 
6.2 Add labels and percentage values to identify pie chart sectors
6.3 Add axis labels to bar/column and line charts

The learner will: 
7 - Save, print and close documents
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The learner can: 
7.1 Save documents 
7.2 Print documents 
7.3 Close documents


Unit 08
IT SECURITY FOR USERS

Summary
1 - Minimise security and safety risks when using IT systems

The learner will: 
1 - Minimise security and safety risks when using IT systems
The learner can: 
1.1 Follow relevant guidelines and procedures for the secure use of IT 
1.2 Demonstrate awareness of security as a priority when using IT systems 
1.3 Respond appropriately to supervisor requirements


UNIT 10
PRESENTATION SOFTWARE

Summary
1 - Input and combine text and other information within presentation slides
2 - Use presentation software tools to structure, edit and format slides
3 - Prepare slides for presentation

The learner will: 
1 - Input and combine text and other information within presentation slides
The learner can: 
1.1 Identify what types of information to use in the presentation 
1.2 Enter information into presentation slides so that it is ready for editing and formatting 
1.3 Combine information for presentations in line with any copyright constraints 
1.4 Identify copyright constraints on using others' information 
1.5 Store and retrieve presentation files effectively, in line with local guidelines

The learner will: 
2 - Use presentation software tools to structure, edit and format slides
The learner can: 
2.1 Select a template and theme for slides 
2.2 Use appropriate techniques to edit slides 
2.3 Apply format techniques to slides

The learner will: 
3 - Prepare slides for presentation
The learner can: 
3.1 Identify how the slides should be presented
3.2 Prepare and present slides for presentation 
3.3 Check presentation using IT tools making corrections as appropriate


UNIT 15
IMAGING SOWTWARE

Summary
1 - The learner will obtain, insert and combine information for images
2 - UseThe learner will use imaging software tools to create images
3 - The learner will use imaging software tools to edit a image

The learner will: 
1 - The learner will obtain, insert and combine information for images
The learner can: 
1.1 I can identify and briefly explain what images are needed 
1.2 I can obtain, input and prepare images to meet defined needs 
1.3 I can explain briefly what generic copyright and other constraints apply to the use of images
1.4 I can effectively combine information of different types or from different sources for images 
1.5 I can explain which file format to use for saving and exchanging images

The learner will: 
2 - The learner will use imaging software tools to create images
The learner can: 
2.1 I can use suitable tools and techniques to create a range of images 
2.2 I can use a range of tools and techniques to create different images 
2.3 I can check images meet clear needs, using IT tools and making corrections as necessary

The learner will: 
3 - The learner will use imaging software tools to edit a image
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The learner can: 
3.1 I can use a range of tools and techniques to manipulate and edit images 
3.2 I can explain the best tools to manipulate and edit images
3.3 I can reflect on why the tools I use are good for the tasks
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UNIT 28
PERSONAL INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

Summary
1 - Use a calendar to schedule appointments
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2 - Use a task list to prioritise activities
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3 - Use an address book to store, organise and retrieve contact information

The learner will: 
1 - Use a calendar to schedule appointments
The learner can: 
1.1 Create, edit and delete calendar entries 
1.2 Organise and display appointments as required

The learner will: 
2 - Use a task list to prioritise activities
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The learner can: 
2.1 Create, edit and delete task information 
2.2 Organise and display tasks, setting targets for completion

The learner will: 
3 - Use an address book to store, organise and retrieve contact information
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The learner can: 
3.1 Create, edit and delete contact information 
3.2 Organise and display contact information 
3.3 Describe why it is important to use personal data responsibly and safely 
3.4 Outline why and how to keep contact information up to date
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