WJEC
Level 3
QN: 610/1535/0
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WJEC Level 3 Advanced GCE in Digital Technology
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by WJEC. Classified as a GCE A Level. Total guided learning hours: 500 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
WJEC
Syllabus Units
4 Units
Guided Hours
500 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Data, Information and Knowledge
Data Quality
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify factors affecting data quality
- Explain the consequences of poor data quality
- Describe methods to improve data quality
2
Data, Information and Knowledge
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Define data, information and knowledge
- Explain the relationship between data, information and knowledge
- Describe the characteristics of good information
3
Digital Communications
Internet and Web Technologies
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain how the internet works (IP addresses, DNS, protocols)
- Describe web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- Discuss the impact of the internet on society
4
Digital Communications
Networks
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe different types of networks (LAN, WAN, PAN)
- Explain network topologies (star, mesh, bus)
- Compare wired and wireless transmission media
5
Digital Content Creation
Multimedia
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain different multimedia formats (images, audio, video)
- Describe compression techniques (lossy, lossless)
- Create and edit multimedia content
6
Digital Content Creation
Web Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Design and create a website using HTML and CSS
- Implement responsive design principles
- Test and evaluate a website
7
Digital Project Management
Project Lifecycle
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the stages of a digital project lifecycle
- Explain the role of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile)
- Apply project management tools (Gantt charts, critical path analysis)
8
Digital Project Management
Risk Management
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify potential risks in digital projects
- Assess the likelihood and impact of risks
- Develop risk mitigation strategies
9
Digital Systems
Databases
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain database concepts (tables, records, fields)
- Describe the use of SQL for data manipulation
- Discuss database design (normalisation, relationships)
10
Digital Systems
Hardware and Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify components of a computer system
- Differentiate between system software and application software
- Explain the role of the operating system
11
Digital Technology and Society
Emerging Technologies
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe emerging technologies (AI, IoT, blockchain)
- Explain the potential impact of emerging technologies
- Evaluate the risks and benefits of new technologies
12
Digital Technology and Society
Legal, Ethical and Moral Issues
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify relevant legislation (Data Protection Act, Computer Misuse Act)
- Discuss ethical issues in digital technology
- Evaluate the impact of technology on privacy and security
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/1535/0
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- WJEC
- Qualification Type
- GCE A Level
- Operational Start
- Sept 2022
- Operational End
- Aug 2027