Pearson
Level 4
QN: 603/7595/4
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Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Computing
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Pearson. Classified as a Other Vocational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 900 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 4
Awarding Body
Pearson
Syllabus Units
15 Units
Guided Hours
900 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Computer Systems Architecture
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the relationships between hardware components and the subsystems used in a computer system.2. Categorise the key features and services provided by different computer operating systems and hardware.3.
- work communication technology and the associated services to connect computer systems.4.
- Demonstrate diagnostic and troubleshooting skills to solve hardware, software and networking related issues.
2
Cyber Security
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explore the nature of cybercrime and cyber threat actors.2.
- Investigate cyber security threats and hazards.3.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of information assurance concepts applied to ICT infrastructure.4.
- Investigate incident response methods to cyber security threats.
3
Data Analytics
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Discuss the theoretical foundation of data analytics that determine decision- making processes in management or business environments.2.
- Apply a range of descriptive analytic techniques to convert data into actionable insight using a range of statistical techniques.3.
- Investigate a range of predictive analytic techniques to discover new knowledge for forecasting future events.4.
- Demonstrate prescriptive analytic methods for finding the best course of action for a situation.
4
Database Design & Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Use an appropriate design tool to design a relational database system for a substantial problem.2.
- Develop a fully functional relational database system, based on an existing system design.3. Test the system against user and system requirements.4.
- Produce technical and user documentation.
5
Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Intelligent Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Discuss the theoretical foundation of Artificial Intelligence and its impact on users and organisations.2.
- Analyse the approaches, techniques and tools to deploy Intelligent Systems in an organisation.3. Modify an AI-based system to improve how exhibits intelligence in response to a real-world problem.4.
- Evaluate the technical and ethical challenges and opportunities of Intelligent Systems.
6
Management in the Digital Economy
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Investigate types of organisational structures and cultures in the digital economy sector.2.
- Explore the role, impact and influence of stakeholders in a digital economy organisation.3.
- Investigate digital-led approaches to management and leadership.4.
- Assess the relationship between motivation, organisational behaviour, performance and reflection in a digital team.
7
Maths for Computing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Use applied number theory in practical computing scenarios.2.
- Analyse events using probability theory and probability distributions.3.
- Determine solutions of graphical examples using geometry and vector methods.4.
- Evaluate problems concerning differential and integral calculus.
8
Networking
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Examine networking principles and their protocols.2.
- Explain networking devices and operations.3. Design efficient networked systems.4.
- Implement and diagnose networked systems.
9
Planning a Computing Project
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Conduct small-scale research, information gathering and data collection to generate knowledge on an identified subject.2.
- Explore the features and business requirements of organisations in an identified sector.3.
- Produce project plans based on research of the chosen theme for an identified organisation.4. Present your project recommendations and justifications of decisions made based on research of the identified theme and sector.
10
Professional Practice
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate a range of interpersonal and transferable communication skills to a target audience.2.
- Apply critical reasoning and thinking to a range of problem-solving scenarios.3.
- Discuss the importance and dynamics of working within a team and the impact of team working in different environments.4.
- Examine the need for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and its role within the workplace and for higher level learning.
11
Programming
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Define basic algorithms to carry out an operation and outline the process of programming an application.2.
- Explain the characteristics of procedural, object-orientated and event-driven programming.3.
- Implement basic algorithms in code using an IDE.4.
- Determine the debugging process and explain the importance of a coding standard.
12
Security
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Assess risks to IT security.2.
- Describe IT security solutions.3.
- Review mechanisms to control organisational IT security.4.
- Manage organisational security.
13
Software Development Lifecycles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe different software development lifecycles.2.
- Explain the importance of a feasibility study.3.
- Undertake a software development lifecycle.4.
- Discuss the suitability of software behavioural design techniques.
14
Strategic Information Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Review the information requirements of organisations.2.
- Explore the types of information systems that are used within all levels of an organisation.3.
- Demonstrate the use of an information system to produce management information.4.
- Review the effectiveness of strategic information systems for global competitiveness.
15
Website Design & Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain server technologies and management services associated with hosting and managing websites.2. Categorise website technologies, tools and software used to develop websites.3. Utilise website technologies, tools and techniques with good design principles to create a multipage website.4.
- Create and use a Test
- Plan to review the performance and design of a multipage website.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/7595/4
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Pearson
- Qualification Type
- Other Vocational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2022