AIM
Entry Level
QN: 601/4978/4
Curriculum Active
AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Information Technology (Entry 3)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by AIM . Classified as a Other Vocational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 90 hours.
Qualification Level
Entry Level
Awarding Body
AIM
Syllabus Units
6 Units
Guided Hours
90 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Computer Security and Privacy
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the basics of computer security and privacy.
- Know how to protect a computer and data.
- Know how to protect self and family from security threats.
- Know how to keep a computer secure and updated.
2
Information Technology
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use an online Information Technology (IT) device or system.
- Be able to use appropriate terminology when describing IT devices or systems.
- Know how to connect to the Internet.
- Be able to use browser software to navigate web pages.
- Be able to use browser tools to search for information from the Internet, world-wide web or an intranet.
- Be able to use browser software to communicate information online.
- Understand the need to follow safety and security practices when working online.
- Be able to follow relevant laws, guidelines and procedures for the safe and secure use of IT and the internet.
- Know how to organise, store and retrieve files and folders.
- Be able to use software tools to compose and send e-mails.
- Be able to manage incoming e-mail.
3
Online Basics
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use an online IT system to meet needs.
- Be able to search for and use internet-based information.
- Be able to use e-mail to communicate and exchange information.
4
Using Mobile IT Devices
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to set up a mobile device to meet needs.
- Be able to input and store data on a mobile device.
- Be able to transfer data between mobile devices.
- Be able to maintain the performance of a mobile device.
5
Using Social Media
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the opportunities available through use of social media.
- Understand the risks associated with use of social media.
- Be able to use social media to access and post content.
6
Using Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to input and organise information using IT applications.
- Be able to use IT technology, tools and techniques to edit, process, format and present information.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/4978/4
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- AIM
- Qualification Type
- Other Vocational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Dec 2014