Cambridge OCR
Level 2
QN: 600/4225/4
Curriculum Active
Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in IT
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Cambridge OCR. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 1740 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
Cambridge OCR
Syllabus Units
30 Units
Guided Hours
1740 hrs
Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.
Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Animation Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about animation techniques
- Be able to develop ideas for an animation sequence
- Be able to create an animation sequence
- Be able to review own animation production
2
Basic computing concepts
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand concepts of file transfer
- Understand the use of number systems in computing
- Know how IT systems use hardware components
- Understand platform choices for system solutions
3
Business IT Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the requirements for solving business problems
- Know how to find information to support business solutions
- Be able to use spreadsheet models to support business solutions
- Be able to present business solutions
- Be able to evaluate business solutions
4
Communicating in the IT Industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to communicate information to suit audience, purpose and content
- Be able to use IT tools to communicate and exchange information
- Understand the impact of IT on individuals, communities and society
5
Computer Graphics
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the hardware and software required to work with computer graphics
- Be able to create computer graphics to meet a user need
- Be able to use computer graphics to enhance a document
6
Computer Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the common components of computer systems
- Know the different uses of computer systems
- Be able to connect computer hardware
- Be able to configure computer software
7
Customising Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand why application software is customised
- Be able to customise application software
- Be able to create templates in application software
- Be able to create macros and shortcuts in application software.
8
Database Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of database systems
- Be able to create non-relational database systems
- Be able to use database software tools
9
Developing Computer Games
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the different types of computer game
- Understand the impact of computer games on society and individuals
- Be able to design a computer game
- Be able to test and document a computer game
10
Developing programming solutions
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand appropriate programming languages for a proposed solution
- Be able to produce programming code for a software solution
- Be able to debug programming code for a software solution
- Be able to test a software solution
11
Doing Business Online
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about different online business activities
- Know what to consider when setting up an online business
- Understand the operation of an online business
- Understand the benefits of an online business presence.
12
Fundamentals of computer applications
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand features of computer applications
- Know how computer applications are used
- Be able to design a computer application
- Be able to create technical documentation for a computer application
13
Installing Computer Hardware
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the reasons for and implications of installing hardware components
- Understand risks involved and precautions needed when installing hardware components
- Be able to install and test hardware components
- Be able to document an installation or upgrade
14
Installing Computer Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know software installation processes
- Be able to prepare for software installation
- Be able to install and configure software
- Be able to test and document software installation
15
Interactive Media Production
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about the elements of interactive media production
- Be able to develop ideas for an interactive media product
- Be able to create an interactive media product
- Be able to review own interactive media production work.
16
IT Fault Diagnosis and Remedy
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the procedures used in the IT diagnostics process
- Be able to identify the ca
- use of common faults
- Be able to apply suitable remedies to identified faults
17
IT Security
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the potential threats to the security of IT systems
- Understand how to protect IT systems
- Be able to apply security measures
18
IT Support
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the common issues IT users may experience
- Be able to record user support requests
- Be able to provide IT support
- Understand the importance of trends in IT support requests
19
Mobile Communications Technology
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the uses and features of mobile communications devices
- Know the communication technologies used in mobile devices
- Understand the implications of mobile communications technology
- Be able to set up mobile communications devices
20
Multimedia Design
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand different types of digital media
- Be able to design multimedia products
- Be able to develop multimedia products
- Be able to present and review multimedia products
21
Presenting Information Using IT
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the purpose of different document types
- Know appropriate software to present and communicate information
- Be able to produce appropriate documents for different audiences
- Be able to review documents
22
Project Planning using IT
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to prepare for a project
- Be able to produce a project plan
- Be able to follow a project plan to implement a project
- Be able review a project to ensure it meets its goals
23
Setting up an IT Network
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the current use of computer networks
- Know the features and services of local and wide area net
- work technologies
- Understand how net
- work hardware and software components are connected
- Be able to set up a simple local area net
24
Spreadsheet Modelling
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know what spreadsheets are and how they can be used
- Be able to develop spreadsheet models
- Be able to test and document spreadsheet models
25
Supporting Organisations with IT
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the ways in which organisations use IT
- Understand the reasons why organisations use IT
- Understand the impact of IT on individuals and organisations
- Be able to plan a working environment to incoroporate IT
26
Systems software and hardware for development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the system software required for software development
- Know the hardware required for software development
- Know the systems software and hardware constraints of software development
- Understand the solutions to systems software and hardware constraints
27
Understanding Big Data
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand what is meant by Big Data
- Understand how Big Data is used
- Understand how Big Data is processed
28
Understanding cloud computing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand what is meant by cloud computing
- Know how cloud computing relates to business
- Understand the technical perspectives for different cloud types
- Understand how to identify a successful adoption of cloud
29
Website Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know web architecture and components
- Understand how websites can be used by organisations
- Be able to design website components
- Be able to create website components
30
Working in the IT industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the characteristics that are valued by employers in the IT industry
- Know the common job roles undertaken by people working in the IT industry
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 600/4225/4
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Cambridge OCR
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2012