AIM
Level 1
QN: 603/6587/0
Curriculum Active
AIM Qualifications Level 1 Extended Diploma in Computing and Information Security
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by AIM . Classified as a Other Vocational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 360 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 1
Awarding Body
AIM
Syllabus Units
6 Units
Guided Hours
360 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Awareness of Cyber Threats and Security
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the terms ‘cyber security’ and ‘Cyber threats
- Know how to keep computers safe from cyber attacks
- Know how to keep a net
- work safe from cybercriminals
- Understand the legal aspects for online business to keep data safe from cybercriminals
2
Computer Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about the common components of computer systems.2.
- Be able to connect computer hardware.3.
- Understand the different uses of computer systems.4.
- Be able to configure computer systems.
3
Digital Communication
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand what online communication is
- Be able to set up an email account.3.
- Be able to communicate using an email account.4.
- Understand the pros and cons of online communication
4
Programming
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to design a program.2.
- Be able to create computer programs.3.
- Be able to test own programs
- Be able to critically review programs developed to own designs.
5
Securely Accessing the Internet
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand what online threats are.2.
- Be able to use equipment to connect to the internet
- Understand the role of communications technology used for business
- Understand the importance of collaborative working in business
6
Web Design
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to design a website
- Be able to create a website
- Be able to test a website
- Be able to identify the strengths and weaknesses of a website
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/6587/0
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- AIM
- Qualification Type
- Other Vocational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2020