Pearson
Level 3
QN: 610/3960/3
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Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Information Technology (Extended Certificate)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Pearson. Classified as a Alternative Academic Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 360 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
Pearson
Syllabus Units
4 Units
Guided Hours
360 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
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Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Information Technology (Extended Certificate)
Cyber Security and Incident Management
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of cyber security terms, security threats, system vulnerabilities and security protection methods, forensic procedures and implications resulting from threats.2. Apply knowledge and understanding to security threats, system vulnerabilities and security protection methods, forensic procedures and implications by selectingappropriate security tools and methods.3. Analyse and evaluate security threats, system vulnerabilities and security protection methods, forensic procedures and implications for cyber security scenarios.
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Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Information Technology (Extended Certificate)
Information Technology Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the key hardware components of an IT system and their functions.
- Explain the role of software in managing and controlling IT systems.
- Analyse the factors that affect the performance of IT systems.
- Evaluate the implications of IT systems for organizations in terms of cost, security, and efficiency.
- Apply knowledge of IT systems to recommend appropriate configurations for given scenarios.
- Assess the impact of emerging technologies on IT systems.
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Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Information Technology (Extended Certificate)
Relational Database Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand how the principles of relational database models, data storage and normalisation are used to create effective relational database solutions.2. Design a relational database solution to meet client’s requirements.3. Develop a relational database solution to meet client’s requirements.
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Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Information Technology (Extended Certificate)
Website Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand how the principles of website development are used to create effective websites.2. Explore website design skills and techniques to meet client requirements.3. Develop a website to meet client requirements.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/3960/3
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Pearson
- Qualification Type
- Alternative Academic Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2025
- Operational End
- Jul 2027