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IT and Modern Computing BTEC Advanced Subsidiary Diploma Level 3 (Sept '12)
Computing courses in Brighton
This course information relates to courses starting in September 2012.
Course code: B09051
Course category: Full-time
End Qualification: BTEC Diploma
Starting and ending month: September to June
Starting year: 2012
Course duration: 36 weeks
Time of day: All day
Formal assessment: Formal assessment required
Course location: City College Brighton and Hove, Pelham Street
Course aims:
This course provides you with the high level knowledge and experience to begin a career in the Computing industry or to study at higher level at City College or University.
City College’s Computing department specialises in delivering applied Computing courses. We pride ourselves in keeping up to date and our courses provide a sound theoretical and applied perspective to modern computing and IT topics.
After completing this year you can progress onto the second year, where you could be awarded with the Advanced Extended Diploma.
Course content:
The units you will study are:
- Communication and Employability Skills for IT
- Communication Technologies
- Systems Analysis and Design
- IT Technical Support
- IT Systems Troubleshooting and Repair
- Database Design
- Computer Systems
- Client Side Customisation of Web Pages
- Maintaining Computer Systems
- Web Server Scripting
- Web Site Production
- Information Systems
- Spreadsheet Modelling
- Managing Networks
- Software Design and Development
- Organisational Systems Security
- E-commerce
- Computer Networks
Facilities for students:
The application of computing and IT is realised through practical exercises in our well-equipped workshops.
Tutors:
Our highly-experienced tutors use a variety of methods including short lectures, practical work, research, group work and presentations.
Assessment: Each module is internally assessed by a variety of methods including report writing, practical assignments and short tests. You will be assessed against criteria which explain the level of performance you are required to achieve.
Awarding Body: Edexcel
Entry Requirements:
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or better or an equivalent level 2 qualification (eg BTEC or City & Guilds).
Interview for entry: Interview required
Progression and links:
The award of the BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma will show prospective employers that you have good communication skills, understand the basics of contemporary IT and computer systems and have the practical skills necessary for immediate employment.
Should you choose to progress onto the Level 3 Extended Diploma at City College, you will be able to demonstrate to employers that you have good communication skills, understand in detail how contemporary IT and computer systems are used and have the practical skills necessary for immediate employment.
Costs of your Course:
There are five parts to the cost of your course:
- Tuition Fees
- College registration
- Awarding Body registration
- Resource Fee
- Exam / Assessment Fees
Tuition fees
How much will the Tuition Fees cost?
Below are the fees for this course.
Free Study and Financial Support
All full time courses are free to EU residents who are under 19 years old on the 31st August 2012. The only fees you have to pay are for specialist resources and equipment and the cost of these varies from £25 to £300 depending upon the subject you are studying.
Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible for financial help from the college's learner support funds. You should apply for financial support as soon as you receive your offer letter.
For more information on financial assitance, please follow the link below.
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Disclaimer:
Although the information given is believed to be correct at the time of publication, it does not form any part of a
contract between City College Brighton and Hove and the student. Courses may be subject to change.
Timetables are subject to change and you should check with your tutor prior to enrolment for the details of your timetable.
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