IAO
Level 2
QN: 600/7550/8
Curriculum Active
IAO Level 2 Certificate In IT User Skills (ITQ)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by IAO. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 1970 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
IAO
Syllabus Units
76 Units
Guided Hours
1970 hrs
Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.
Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Audio Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Use audio hardware and software to capture sequences
- Use audio software tools and techniques to combine and edit sequences, Play and present audio sequences
2
Bespoke Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- organise and combine information using bespoke software
- Use tools and techniques to edit, process, format and present information
3
Computerised Accounting Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Access, enter and edit accounting information
- Use tools and techniques to process business transactions
- Produce accounting documents and summary reports to meet requirements
4
Data Management Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Enter, edit and maintain data records in a data management system, Retrieve and display data records to meet requirements
5
Database Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Enter, edit and organise structured information in a database
- Use database software tools to extract information and produce reports
6
Design Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Obtain, insert and combine information for designs
- Use design software tools to create, manipulate and edit designs
7
Desktop Publishing Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Select and use appropriate designs and page layouts for publications, Input and combine text and other information within publications
- Use desktop publishing software techniques to edit and format publications
8
Drawing and Planning Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- organise and combine information for drawings or plans
- Use tools and techniques to edit, manipulate, format and present drawings or plans
9
Imaging Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Obtain, insert and combine information for images
- Use imaging software tools to create, manipulate and edit images
10
Improving Productivity Using IT
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- select and use appropriate IT systems and software for different purposes
- Review and adapt the ongoing use of IT tools and systems to make sure that activities are successful
- Develop and test solutions to improve the ongoing use of IT tools and systems
11
Internet Safety for IT users
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the risks that can exist when using the Internet.
- Know how to safeguard self and others when working online., Take precautions to maintain data security.
- Follow legal constraints, guidelines and procedures which apply when working online.
12
IT Communication Fundamentals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Select and use a variety of sources of information to meet needs, Access, search for
- select and use Internet-based information and evaluate its fitness for purpose
- Select and use IT to communicate and exchange information safely, responsibly and effectively
13
IT Security for Users
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- use and develop appropriate procedures to monitor and minimise security risk to IT systems and data
14
IT Software Fundamentals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Select and use software applications to meet needs and solve problems, Enter
- develop and format different types of information to suit its meaning and purpose, Present information in ways that are fit for purpose and audience, Make effective use of IT tools and facilities to present information
15
IT User Fundamentals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Use IT systems to meet needs
- Organise, store and retrieve information efficiently
- Follow and understand the need for safety and security practices
- Carry out routine maintenance of IT systems and respond to routine IT system problems
16
Multimedia Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Plan the content and organisation of multimedia products to meet needs, Obtain, input and combine content to build multimedia outcomes
- Use multimedia software tools to edit and format multimedia content to meet requirements, Play and present multimedia outcomes
17
Optimise IT System Performance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Maintain hardware and software in working order
- Manage files to maintain system performance
- Respond to common IT system problems and errors
- Customise the working environment to meet needs
18
Presentation Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Input and combine text and other information within presentation slides
- Use presentation software tools to structure, edit and format slides
- Prepare slides for presentation to meet needs
19
Project Management Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Create and define a project, Enter and edit information about project tasks and resources, Update information about project progress
- Select and use appropriate tools and techniques to display and report on project status
20
Set Up an IT System
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Select and connect up a personal computer safely with associated hardware and storage media to meet needs
- Select and connect an IT system to a communication service to meet needs
- Install and configure software for use, Check that the IT system and communication service are working successfully
21
Specialist Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Input and combine information using specialist software
- Create and modify appropriate structures to organise and retrieve information efficiently, Exploit the functions of the software effectively to process and present information
22
Spreadsheet Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Use a spreadsheet to enter, edit and organise numerical and other data
- Use appropriate formulas and tools to summarise and display spreadsheet information
- Select and use appropriate tools and techniques to present spreadsheet information effectively
23
Using Collaborative Technologies
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Stay safe and secure when using collaborative technology, Set up and access IT tools and devices for collaborative working
- Prepare collaborative technologies for use
- Contribute to tasks using collaborative technologies
24
Using Email
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Use e-mail software tools and techniques to compose and send messages
- Manage incoming email effectively
25
Using Mobile IT Devices
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Set up the mobile device to meet needs
- Use applications and files on the mobile device, Transfer data to and from the mobile device
- Maintain the performance of the mobile device
26
Using the Internet
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Connect to the Internet
- Use browser software to navigate webpages effectively
- Use browser tools to search for information from the Internet
- Use browser software to communicate information online
- Understand the need for safety and security practices when working online
27
Website Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Plan and create web pages
- Use website software tools to structure and format web pages, Publish web pages to the Internet or an intranet
28
Word Processing Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Enter, edit and combine text and other information accurately within word processing documents, Structure information within word processing documents
- Use word processing software tools to format and present documents
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 600/7550/8
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- IAO
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jan 2013