Unit 28
Optimise IT System Performance
Summary
1 - Maintain hardware and software in working order
2 - Manage files to maintain system performance
3 - Respond to common IT system problems and errors
4 - Customise the working environment to meet needs
1 - Maintain hardware and software in working order
2 - Manage files to maintain system performance
3 - Respond to common IT system problems and errors
4 - Customise the working environment to meet needs
The learner will:
1 - Maintain hardware and software in working order
The learner can:
1.1 Identify the operating system and capacity of the computer system
1.2 Take appropriate steps to protect computer hardware against loss or damage
1.3 Run anti-virus and other security software regularly
1.4 Set up printers and other peripheral devices
The learner will:
2 - Manage files to maintain system performance
The learner can:
2.1 Use file navigation software to organise files into an appropriate folder structure
2.2 Backup and restore files and folders
2.3 Identify why it is important to undertake routine file housekeeping of the information stored on computer systems
2.4 Carry out routine file housekeeping so that information is easy to find
The learner will:
3 - Respond to common IT system problems and errors
The learner can:
3.1 Identify common IT system problems and responses
3.2 Respond appropriately to common IT system problems
3.3 Identify where to get expert advice
3.4 Seek expert advice when appropriate
The learner will:
4 - Customise the working environment to meet needs
The learner can:
4.1 Adjust system settings as appropriate to individual needs
1 - Maintain hardware and software in working order
The learner can:
1.1 Identify the operating system and capacity of the computer system
1.2 Take appropriate steps to protect computer hardware against loss or damage
1.3 Run anti-virus and other security software regularly
1.4 Set up printers and other peripheral devices
The learner will:
2 - Manage files to maintain system performance
The learner can:
2.1 Use file navigation software to organise files into an appropriate folder structure
2.2 Backup and restore files and folders
2.3 Identify why it is important to undertake routine file housekeeping of the information stored on computer systems
2.4 Carry out routine file housekeeping so that information is easy to find
The learner will:
3 - Respond to common IT system problems and errors
The learner can:
3.1 Identify common IT system problems and responses
3.2 Respond appropriately to common IT system problems
3.3 Identify where to get expert advice
3.4 Seek expert advice when appropriate
The learner will:
4 - Customise the working environment to meet needs
The learner can:
4.1 Adjust system settings as appropriate to individual needs
Unit 29
Set Up an IT System
Summary
1 - Connect up a personal computer, printer and peripheral devices safely
2 - Connect to an IT communication service
3 - Set up software for use
4 - Check that the IT system and communication service are working successfully
1 - Connect up a personal computer, printer and peripheral devices safely
2 - Connect to an IT communication service
3 - Set up software for use
4 - Check that the IT system and communication service are working successfully
The learner will:
1 - Connect up a personal computer, printer and peripheral devices safely
The learner can:
1.1 Identify what IT system components, storage and peripheral devices are needed and how to connect them
1.2 Identify any health and safety issues associated with setting up an IT system
1.3 Connect up the components of an IT system safely, including a printer and other peripheral devices
1.4 Connect removable storage media to a PC safely
The learner will:
2 - Connect to an IT communication service
The learner can:
2.1 Connect communication hardware safely to a PC
2.2 Identify the details needed to connect to an Internet Service Provider (ISP)
2.3 Connect to a communication service from a PC
The learner will:
3 - Set up software for use
The learner can:
3.1 Configure the user interface to meet needs
3.2 Identify what security precautions need to be addressed when connecting to the internet
3.3 Set up and configure virus protection software
3.4 Set up files and software to meet needs
The learner will:
4 - Check that the IT system and communication service are working successfully
The learner can:
4.1 Identify simple tests that can be used to check the system
4.2 Identify simple communication tests that can be used to check the internet connection
4.3 Run tests to check that the system and communication service are working successfully
4.4 Identify how to report faults and seek expert help
4.5 Respond to error messages and report faults as appropriate
1 - Connect up a personal computer, printer and peripheral devices safely
The learner can:
1.1 Identify what IT system components, storage and peripheral devices are needed and how to connect them
1.2 Identify any health and safety issues associated with setting up an IT system
1.3 Connect up the components of an IT system safely, including a printer and other peripheral devices
1.4 Connect removable storage media to a PC safely
The learner will:
2 - Connect to an IT communication service
The learner can:
2.1 Connect communication hardware safely to a PC
2.2 Identify the details needed to connect to an Internet Service Provider (ISP)
2.3 Connect to a communication service from a PC
The learner will:
3 - Set up software for use
The learner can:
3.1 Configure the user interface to meet needs
3.2 Identify what security precautions need to be addressed when connecting to the internet
3.3 Set up and configure virus protection software
3.4 Set up files and software to meet needs
The learner will:
4 - Check that the IT system and communication service are working successfully
The learner can:
4.1 Identify simple tests that can be used to check the system
4.2 Identify simple communication tests that can be used to check the internet connection
4.3 Run tests to check that the system and communication service are working successfully
4.4 Identify how to report faults and seek expert help
4.5 Respond to error messages and report faults as appropriate
Unit 30
CAD
Summary
1 - History and Background to CAD
2 - Key Principles of CAD
3 - Practical Application of CAD
1 - History and Background to CAD
2 - Key Principles of CAD
3 - Practical Application of CAD
The learner will:
1 - History and Background to CAD
The learner can:
1.1 I can appreciate the development of CAD over time
1.2 I can list some of the uses of CAD
1.3 I can list some of the tools available in CAD software
1.4 I can explain the strengths of CAD software
1.5 I can explain some of the weaknesses of CAD software
The learner will:
2 - Key Principles of CAD
The learner can:
2.1 I can develop some simple sketches to prepare for my design
2.2 I can list the main outcomes for my proposed design
2.3 I can create a simple design
2.4 I can enhance my design with feedback
2.5 I can suggest some improvements to my design
The learner will:
3 - Practical Application of CAD
The learner can:
3.1 I can understand a simple design brief
3.2 I can list the processes I will use to carry out the brief
3.3 I can create a design to the given brief
3.4 I can present the design to an audience for feedback
3.5 I can act on the feedback to improve my design
1 - History and Background to CAD
The learner can:
1.1 I can appreciate the development of CAD over time
1.2 I can list some of the uses of CAD
1.3 I can list some of the tools available in CAD software
1.4 I can explain the strengths of CAD software
1.5 I can explain some of the weaknesses of CAD software
The learner will:
2 - Key Principles of CAD
The learner can:
2.1 I can develop some simple sketches to prepare for my design
2.2 I can list the main outcomes for my proposed design
2.3 I can create a simple design
2.4 I can enhance my design with feedback
2.5 I can suggest some improvements to my design
The learner will:
3 - Practical Application of CAD
The learner can:
3.1 I can understand a simple design brief
3.2 I can list the processes I will use to carry out the brief
3.3 I can create a design to the given brief
3.4 I can present the design to an audience for feedback
3.5 I can act on the feedback to improve my design
Unit 31
Internet Safety for IT users
Summary
1 - Understand the risks that can exist when using the Internet
2 - Know how to safeguard self and others when working online
3 - Take precautions to maintain data security
4 - Follow legal constraints, guidelines and procedures which apply when working online
1 - Understand the risks that can exist when using the Internet
2 - Know how to safeguard self and others when working online
3 - Take precautions to maintain data security
4 - Follow legal constraints, guidelines and procedures which apply when working online
The learner will:
1 - Understand the risks that can exist when using the Internet
The learner can:
1.1 I can
1.1 Identify risks to user safety and privacy.
1.2 Identify risks to data security.
1.3 Identify risks to system performance and integrity.
1.4 Outline how to minimise Internet risks.
1.5 Outline factors that affect the reliability of information on websites.
The learner will:
2 - Know how to safeguard self and others when working online
The learner can:
2.1 Take appropriate precautions to ensure own safety and privacy.
2.2 Protect personal information online.
2.3 Carry out checks on others' online identity.
2.4 Describe the forms and features of cyberbullying.
2.5 Identify when and how to report online safety issues.
2.6 Identify where to get online help and information on e-safety.
The learner will:
3 - Take precautions to maintain data security
The learner can:
3.1 Take appropriate precautions to maintain data security.
3.2 Take appropriate precautions to maintain system performance and integrity.
3.3 Use appropriate browser safety and security settings.
3.4 Use appropriate client software safety and security settings.
The learner will:
4 - Follow legal constraints, guidelines and procedures which apply when working online
The learner can:
4.1 Identify legal constraints on the uploading and downloading of software and other digital content.
4.2 Identify legal constraints on online behaviour.
4.3 Correctly observe guidelines and procedures for the safe use of the Internet.
1 - Understand the risks that can exist when using the Internet
The learner can:
1.1 I can
1.1 Identify risks to user safety and privacy.
1.2 Identify risks to data security.
1.3 Identify risks to system performance and integrity.
1.4 Outline how to minimise Internet risks.
1.5 Outline factors that affect the reliability of information on websites.
The learner will:
2 - Know how to safeguard self and others when working online
The learner can:
2.1 Take appropriate precautions to ensure own safety and privacy.
2.2 Protect personal information online.
2.3 Carry out checks on others' online identity.
2.4 Describe the forms and features of cyberbullying.
2.5 Identify when and how to report online safety issues.
2.6 Identify where to get online help and information on e-safety.
The learner will:
3 - Take precautions to maintain data security
The learner can:
3.1 Take appropriate precautions to maintain data security.
3.2 Take appropriate precautions to maintain system performance and integrity.
3.3 Use appropriate browser safety and security settings.
3.4 Use appropriate client software safety and security settings.
The learner will:
4 - Follow legal constraints, guidelines and procedures which apply when working online
The learner can:
4.1 Identify legal constraints on the uploading and downloading of software and other digital content.
4.2 Identify legal constraints on online behaviour.
4.3 Correctly observe guidelines and procedures for the safe use of the Internet.
Unit 32
Computerised Accounting Software
Summary
1 - Access, enter and edit accounting information
2 - Use tools and techniques to process business transactions
3 - Produce accounting documents and summary reports to meet requirements
1 - Access, enter and edit accounting information
2 - Use tools and techniques to process business transactions
3 - Produce accounting documents and summary reports to meet requirements
The learner will:
1 - Access, enter and edit accounting information
The learner can:
1.1 Identify the sources and characteristics of accounting data
1.2 Enter accounting data accurately into records to meet requirements
1.3 Locate and display accounting data records to meet requirements
1.4 Check data records meet needs using IT tools, making corrections as necessary
1.5 Identify the risks to data security and procedures used for data protection
1.6 Follow local and/or legal guidelines for the storage and use of data
The learner will:
2 - Use tools and techniques to process business transactions
The learner can:
2.1 Use appropriate tools and techniques to process transactions
2.2 Review the transaction process and identify any errors
2.3 Respond appropriately to any transaction errors and problems
The learner will:
3 - Produce accounting documents and summary reports to meet requirements
The learner can:
3.1 Identify what information is required and how to present it
3.2 Generate accounting documents as required
3.3 Generate management reports as required
1 - Access, enter and edit accounting information
The learner can:
1.1 Identify the sources and characteristics of accounting data
1.2 Enter accounting data accurately into records to meet requirements
1.3 Locate and display accounting data records to meet requirements
1.4 Check data records meet needs using IT tools, making corrections as necessary
1.5 Identify the risks to data security and procedures used for data protection
1.6 Follow local and/or legal guidelines for the storage and use of data
The learner will:
2 - Use tools and techniques to process business transactions
The learner can:
2.1 Use appropriate tools and techniques to process transactions
2.2 Review the transaction process and identify any errors
2.3 Respond appropriately to any transaction errors and problems
The learner will:
3 - Produce accounting documents and summary reports to meet requirements
The learner can:
3.1 Identify what information is required and how to present it
3.2 Generate accounting documents as required
3.3 Generate management reports as required
Unit 34
Financial Modelling
Summary
1 - Understanding and planning using financial modelling
2 - Planing and developing a financial model
3 - Appreciating the impact and importance of financial modelling
1 - Understanding and planning using financial modelling
2 - Planing and developing a financial model
3 - Appreciating the impact and importance of financial modelling
The learner will:
1 - Understanding and planning using financial modelling
The learner can:
1.1 I can understand the need to make a financial model for a company
1.2 I can gather information and details required to make a successful model
1.3 I can organise the materials and equipment I need to make the model effective
1.4 I can list the inputs, processes and outputs for the model
The learner will:
2 - Planing and developing a financial model
The learner can:
2.1 I can make a paper based workflow model of how my system will work
2.2 I can transfer my model to a computer based system
2.3 I can use test data to make sure my system models accurately
2.4 I can modify my model to respond to problems encountered
The learner will:
3 - Appreciating the impact and importance of financial modelling
The learner can:
3.1 Follo
3.1 I can list the likely outputs from my model and their importance
3.2 I can use graphical tools to display information more clearly
3.3 I can explain the importance of the outputs from my model
3.4 I can present my model with sample data to some colleagues for feedback
1 - Understanding and planning using financial modelling
The learner can:
1.1 I can understand the need to make a financial model for a company
1.2 I can gather information and details required to make a successful model
1.3 I can organise the materials and equipment I need to make the model effective
1.4 I can list the inputs, processes and outputs for the model
The learner will:
2 - Planing and developing a financial model
The learner can:
2.1 I can make a paper based workflow model of how my system will work
2.2 I can transfer my model to a computer based system
2.3 I can use test data to make sure my system models accurately
2.4 I can modify my model to respond to problems encountered
The learner will:
3 - Appreciating the impact and importance of financial modelling
The learner can:
3.1 Follo
3.1 I can list the likely outputs from my model and their importance
3.2 I can use graphical tools to display information more clearly
3.3 I can explain the importance of the outputs from my model
3.4 I can present my model with sample data to some colleagues for feedback
Unit 102
Digital Editing and Publishing
Summary
1 - Select and use appropriate designs and layouts for publications
2 - Input and combine information within publications
3 - Use software techniques to edit and format publications
1 - Select and use appropriate designs and layouts for publications
2 - Input and combine information within publications
3 - Use software techniques to edit and format publications
The learner will:
1 - Select and use appropriate designs and layouts for publications
The learner can:
1.1 I can identify the types of information needed in my work.
1.2 I can identify a suitable structure for presentation.
1.3 I can follow instructions to use the layout in accordance with guidelines.
1.4 I can select and use appropriate media for the publication.
1.5 I can evaluate a design in terms of its suitability for purpose.
1.6 I can consider issues related to open systems.
The learner will:
2 - Input and combine information within publications
The learner can:
2.1 I can identify copyright on information for import.
2.2 I can identify file types suitable for import.
2.3 I can convert file types to compatible formats.
2.4 I can import information into a layout manager ready for editing and formatting.
2.5 I can combine information to convey meaning to an audience.
2.6 I can store and retrieve information in line with local guidelines.
The learner will:
3 - Use software techniques to edit and format publications
The learner can:
3.1 I can identify formatting and editing needs.
3.2 I can apply appropriate editing techniques to information components.
3.3 I can apply appropriate formatting techniques to information components.
3.4 I can evaluate finished work in relation to intentions.
3.5 I can assign a copyright license to finished work.
1 - Select and use appropriate designs and layouts for publications
The learner can:
1.1 I can identify the types of information needed in my work.
1.2 I can identify a suitable structure for presentation.
1.3 I can follow instructions to use the layout in accordance with guidelines.
1.4 I can select and use appropriate media for the publication.
1.5 I can evaluate a design in terms of its suitability for purpose.
1.6 I can consider issues related to open systems.
The learner will:
2 - Input and combine information within publications
The learner can:
2.1 I can identify copyright on information for import.
2.2 I can identify file types suitable for import.
2.3 I can convert file types to compatible formats.
2.4 I can import information into a layout manager ready for editing and formatting.
2.5 I can combine information to convey meaning to an audience.
2.6 I can store and retrieve information in line with local guidelines.
The learner will:
3 - Use software techniques to edit and format publications
The learner can:
3.1 I can identify formatting and editing needs.
3.2 I can apply appropriate editing techniques to information components.
3.3 I can apply appropriate formatting techniques to information components.
3.4 I can evaluate finished work in relation to intentions.
3.5 I can assign a copyright license to finished work.
Unit 103
Digital Modelling
Summary
1 - Use a modelling application to edit and organise data
2 - Use appropriate tools, methods and feedback to build a model
3 - Use of IT tools to present a model to an audience
1 - Use a modelling application to edit and organise data
2 - Use appropriate tools, methods and feedback to build a model
3 - Use of IT tools to present a model to an audience
The learner will:
1 - Use a modelling application to edit and organise data
The learner can:
1.1 I can set up a structure for a model to meet needs.
1.2 I can identify what numerical and other information is needed.
1.3 I can enter and edit numerical and other data accurately.
1.4 I can store and retrieve models effectively, in line with local guidelines and conventions where available.
The learner will:
2 - Use appropriate tools, methods and feedback to build a model
The learner can:
2.1 I can follow instructions to input information.
2.2 I can select and implement tools that make the model functional.
2.3 I can obtain feedback on the model.
2.4 I can use feedback to improve the model.
The learner will:
3 - Use of IT tools to present a model to an audience
The learner can:
3.1 I can select and use appropriate tools and techniques to prepare a model for presentation.
3.2 I can present a model and explain its purpose.
3.3 I can receive feedback graciously.
3.4 I can evaluate finished work in relation to intentions.
3.5 I can assign a copyright license to finished work.
1 - Use a modelling application to edit and organise data
The learner can:
1.1 I can set up a structure for a model to meet needs.
1.2 I can identify what numerical and other information is needed.
1.3 I can enter and edit numerical and other data accurately.
1.4 I can store and retrieve models effectively, in line with local guidelines and conventions where available.
The learner will:
2 - Use appropriate tools, methods and feedback to build a model
The learner can:
2.1 I can follow instructions to input information.
2.2 I can select and implement tools that make the model functional.
2.3 I can obtain feedback on the model.
2.4 I can use feedback to improve the model.
The learner will:
3 - Use of IT tools to present a model to an audience
The learner can:
3.1 I can select and use appropriate tools and techniques to prepare a model for presentation.
3.2 I can present a model and explain its purpose.
3.3 I can receive feedback graciously.
3.4 I can evaluate finished work in relation to intentions.
3.5 I can assign a copyright license to finished work.
UNIT 105
Digital Design and Graphics
Summary
1 - Plan the use of appropriate IT systems and software to source content for designs
2 - Use IT systems and software efficiently to organise the content of the design
3 - Use of IT tools to export to suitable finished states
1 - Plan the use of appropriate IT systems and software to source content for designs
2 - Use IT systems and software efficiently to organise the content of the design
3 - Use of IT tools to export to suitable finished states
The learner will:
1 - Plan the use of appropriate IT systems and software to source content for designs
The learner can:
1.1 I can identify design needs.
1.2 I can identify copyright license constraints on resources.
1.3 I can find images suitable to support the design.
1.4 I can originate content in appropriate formats.
1.5 I can originate information that meets the design needs.
The learner will:
2 - Use IT systems and software efficiently to organise the content of the design
The learner can:
2.1 I can use a range of techniques to manipulate design components.
2.2 I can use space and colour effectively.
2.3 I can use appropriate precision in designs.
2.4 I can use appropriate scale in designs.
The learner will:
3 - Use of IT tools to export to suitable finished states
The learner can:
3.1 I can export vector graphics to raster graphics.
3.2 I can follow instructions to scale images to set dimensions.
3.3 I can follow instructions to trade off image quality for reduced file size.
3.4 I can evaluate finished work in relation to intentions.
3.5 I can assign a copyright license to finished work.
1 - Plan the use of appropriate IT systems and software to source content for designs
The learner can:
1.1 I can identify design needs.
1.2 I can identify copyright license constraints on resources.
1.3 I can find images suitable to support the design.
1.4 I can originate content in appropriate formats.
1.5 I can originate information that meets the design needs.
The learner will:
2 - Use IT systems and software efficiently to organise the content of the design
The learner can:
2.1 I can use a range of techniques to manipulate design components.
2.2 I can use space and colour effectively.
2.3 I can use appropriate precision in designs.
2.4 I can use appropriate scale in designs.
The learner will:
3 - Use of IT tools to export to suitable finished states
The learner can:
3.1 I can export vector graphics to raster graphics.
3.2 I can follow instructions to scale images to set dimensions.
3.3 I can follow instructions to trade off image quality for reduced file size.
3.4 I can evaluate finished work in relation to intentions.
3.5 I can assign a copyright license to finished work.
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