Schools ITQ Level 1 - Unit 19 - IT User Fundamentals (Silver Unit 19)

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    Level 1, Unit 19 - IT User Fundamentals (3 credits)

    1. Use IT systems to meet needs

    2. Organise, store and retrieve information efficiently

    3. Follow and understand the need for safety and security practices

    4. Carry out routine maintenance of IT systems and respond to routine IT system problems

    1.1 I can use correct procedures to start and shutdown an IT system [7] 2.1 I can work with files and folders so that it is easy to find and retrieve information [8] 3.1 I can work safely and take steps to minimise physical stress [9] 4.1 I can identify why routine maintenance of hardware is important and when to carry it out [10]
    1.2 I can use interface features effectively to interact with IT systems [11] 2.2 I can identify what storage media to use [12] 3.2 I can recognise the danger of computer viruses, and how to minimise risk [13] 4.2 I can identify where to get expert advice [14]
    1.3 I can adjust system settings to meet individual needs [15] 2.3 I can organise and store information, using general and local conventions where appropriate [16] 3.3 I can keep information secure [17] 4.3 I can carry out regular routine maintenance of IT systems safely [18]
    1.4 I can use a communication service to access the Internet [19] 3.4 I can outline why it is important to stay safe and to respect others when using ICT-based communication [20] 4.4 I can take appropriate action to handle routine IT problems [21]
    1.5 I can use appropriate terminology when describing IT systems [22] 3.5 I can follow relevant guidelines and procedures for the safe and secure use of IT [23]

    Links to ITQ units

    Entry LevelLevel 1Level 2Level 3
    Entry Level 1, Unit 1 - Improving Productivity Using IT (1 credit) [25] Level 1, Unit 1 - Improving Productivity Using IT (3 credits) [26] Level 2, Unit 1 - Improving Productivity Using IT (4 credits) [27] Level 3, Unit 1 - Improving Productivity Using IT (5 credits) [28]
    Entry Level 2, Unit 1 - Improving Productivity Using IT (2 credits) [29] Level 1, Unit 2 - Website Software (3 credits) [30] Level 2, Unit 2 - Website Software (4 credits) [31] Level 3, Unit 2 - Website Software (5 credits) [32]
    Entry Level 2, Unit 2 - Using ICT to Select and Exchange Information (2 credits) [33] Level 1, Unit 3 - Using Collaborative Technologies (3 credits) [34] Level 2, Unit 3 - Using Collaborative Technologies (4 credits) [35] Level 3, Unit 3 - Using Collaborative Technologies (6 credits) [36]
    Entry Level 2, Unit 3 - Online Basics (2 credits) [37] Level 1, Unit 4 - IT Security for Users (1 credit) [38] Level 2, Unit 4 - IT Security for Users (2 credits) [39] Level 3, Unit 4 - IT Security for Users (3 credits) [40]
    Entry Level 2, Unit 4 -Desktop Publishing Software (2 credits) [41] Level 1, Unit 5 - Spreadsheet Software (3 credits) [42] Level 2, Unit 5 - Spreadsheet Software (4 credits) [43] Level 3, Unit 5 - Spreadsheet Software (6 credits) [44]
    Entry Level 2, Unit 5 - Using ICT: Safe Working Practices (1 credit) [45] Level 1, Unit 6 - Specialist Software (2 credits) [46] Level 2, Unit 6 - Specialist software (3 credits) [47] Level 3, Unit 6 - Specialist Software (4 credits) [48]
    Entry Level 2, Unit 6 - Using ICT in the Workplace (3 credits) [49] Level 1, Unit 7 - Word Processing (3 credits) [50] Level 2, Unit 7 - Word processing (4 credits) [51] Level 3, Unit 7 - Word Processing Software (6 credits) [52]
    Entry Level 2, Unit 7 - Imaging software (2 credits) [53] Level 1, Unit 8 - Using the Internet (3 credits) [54] Level 2, Unit 8 - Using the internet (4 credits) [55] Level 3, Unit 8 - Using the Internet (5 credits) [56]
    Entry Level 2, Unit 8 - Using ICT Equipment in a Work Place (2 credits) [57] Level 1, Unit 9 - Drawing and planning (2 credits) [58] Level 2, Unit 9 - Drawing and planning (3 credits) [59] Level 3, Unit 9 - Drawing and Planning Software (4 credits) [60]
    Entry Level 2, Unit 9 - Using Word Processing Software (2 credits) [61] Level 1, Unit 10 - Presentation Software (3 credits) [62] Level 2, Unit 10 - Presentation software (4 credits) [63] Level 3, Unit 10 - Presentation Software (6 credits) [64]
    Entry Level 2, Unit 10 - ICT for Employment (1 credit) [65] Level 1, Unit 11 - Database Software (3 credits) [66] Level 2, Unit 11 - Database software (4 credits) [67] Level 3, Unit 11 - Database Software (6 credits) [68]
    Entry Level 2, Unit 11 - Audio and Video Software (2 credits) [69] Level 1, Unit 12 - Desktop Publishing Software (3 credits) [70] Level 2, Unit 12 - Desktop Publishing Software (4 credits) [71] Level 3, Unit 12 - Desktop Publishing Software (5 credits) [72]
    Entry Level 2, Unit 12 - Presentation Software (2 credits) [73] Level 1, Unit 13 - Using Email (2 credits) [74] Level 2, Unit 13 - Using Email (3 credits) [75] Level 3, Unit 13 - Using Email (3 credits) [76]
    Entry Level 3, Unit 1 - Improving Productivity Using IT (3 credits) [77] Level 1, Unit 14 - Audio Software (2 credits) [78] Level 2, Unit 14 - Audio Software (3 credits) [79] Level 3, Unit 14 - Audio Software (4 credits) [80]
    Entry Level 3, Unit 2 - Online Basics (1 credit) [81] Level 1, Unit 15 - Imaging Software (3 credits) [82] Level 2, Unit 15 - Imaging Software (4 credits) [83] Level 3, Unit 15 - Imaging Software (5 credits) [84]
    Entry Level 3, Unit 3 - Desktop Publishing Software (2 credits) [85] Level 1, Unit 16 - IT Communication Fundamentals (2 credits) [86] Level 2, Unit 16 - IT Communication Fundamentals (2 credits) [87] Level 3, Unit 17 - Video Software (4 credits) [88]
    Entry Level 3, Unit 4 - Displaying Information Using ICT (3 credits) [89] Level 1, Unit 17 - Video Software (2 credits) [90] Level 2, Unit 17 - Video Software (3 credits) [91] Level 3, Unit 23 - Multimedia Software (6 credits) [92]
    Entry Level 3, Unit 5 - Using ICT to Find Information (3 credits) [93] Level 1, Unit 18 - IT Software Fundamentals (3 credits) [94] Level 2, Unit 18 - IT Software Fundamentals (3 credits) [95] Level 3, Unit 24 - Additive Manufacture (6 credits) [96]
    Entry Level 3, Unit 6 - Communicating Information Using ICT (3 credits) [97] Level 1, Unit 19 - IT User Fundamentals (3 credits) [98] Level 2, Unit 19 - IT User Fundamentals (3 credits) [99] Level 3, Unit 27 - Design Software (5 credits) [100]
    Entry Level 3, Unit 7 - Producing Charts Using ICT (3 credits) [101] Level 1, Unit 20 - Using Mobile IT Devices (2 credits) [102] Level 2, Unit 20 - Using Mobile IT Devices (2 credits) [103] Level 3, Unit 28 - Optimise IT System Performance (5 credits) [104]
    Entry Level 3, Unit 8 - IT Security for users (1 credit) [105] Level 1, Unit 21 - Data Management Software (2 credits) [106] Level 2, Unit 21 - Data Management Software (3 credits) [107] Level 3, Unit 29 - Set Up an IT System (5 credits) [108]
    Entry Level 3, Unit 10 - Presentation software (2 credits) [109] Level 1, Unit 22- Understanding the social and environmental impact of architecture and construction (3 credits) [110] Level 2, Unit 22 -Understanding the social and environmental impact of architecture and construction (4 credits) [111] Level 3, Unit 32 - Computerised Accounting Software (5 credits) [112]
    Entry Level 3, Unit 15 - Imaging Software (2 credits) [113] Level 1, Unit 23 - Multimedia Software (3 credits) [114] Level 2, Unit 23 - Multimedia Software (4 credits) [115] Level 3, Unit 33 - Application Development Using Project Management Methods (6 credits) [116]
    Entry Level 3, Unit 20 - Introduction to Using mobile IT devices (2 credits) [117] Level 1, Unit 24 - Additive Manufacture (3 credits) [118] Level 2, Unit 24 - Additive Manufacture (3 credits) [119] Level 3, Unit 37 - Internet of Things (6 credits) [120]
    Entry Level 3, Unit 25 - Developing Computer Games and Puzzles (3 credits) [121] Level 1, Unit 25 - Developing Computer Games and Puzzles (4 credits) [122] Level 2, Unit 25 - Developing Computer Games and Puzzles (4 credits) [123] Level 3, Unit 40 - Cloud Based Services and Applications (5 credits) [124]
    Entry Level 3, Unit 26 - Computer Games Development (3 credits) [125] Level 1, Unit 26 - Computer Games Development (3 credits) [126] Level 2, Unit 26 - Computer Games Development (4 credits) [127] Level 3, Unit 41 - Cloud Based Systems and Security (5 credits) [128]
    Entry Level 3, Unit 28 - Personal information management software (1 credit) [129] Level 1, Unit 27 - Design Software (3 credits) [130] Level 2, Unit 27 - Design Software (4 credits) [131] Level 3, Unit 42 - Undertaking a RealWorld Project (5 credits) [132]
    Level 1, Unit 28 - Optimise IT System Performance (2 credits) [133] Level 2, Unit 28 - Optimise IT System Performance (4 credits) [134] Level 3, Unit 44 - Bespoke Software (4 credits) [135]
    Level 1, Unit 29 - Set Up an IT System (3 credits) [136] Level 2, Unit 29 - Set Up an IT System (4 credits) [137] Level 3, Unit 57 - Networking Fundamentals (5 credits) [138]
    Level 1, Unit 30 - CAD (3 credits) [139] Level 2, Unit 30 - CAD (3 credits) [140] Level 3, Unit 60 - Cisco CCNA 1 – Introduction to Networks (6 credits) [141]
    Level 1, Unit 31 - Internet Safety for IT users (3 credits) [142] Level 2, Unit 32 - Computerised Accounting Software (3 credits) [143] Level 3, Unit 61 - Cisco CCNA 2 – Routing and Switching (6 credits) [144]
    Level 1, Unit 32 - Computerised Accounting Software (2 credits) [145] Level 2, Unit 33 - Application Development Using Project Management Methods (4 credits) [146] Level 3, Unit 62 - Cisco CCNA 3 – Scaling Networks (6 credits) [147]
    Level 1, Unit 36 - Financial Modelling (3 credits) [148] Level 2, Unit 34 - Developing skills for project management (4 credits) [149] Level 3, Unit 63 - Cisco CCNA 4 – Connecting Networks (6 credits) [150]
    Level 1, Unit 50 - Developing skills for remote working (3 credits) [151] Level 2, Unit 35 - Using Project Management Software (4 credits) [152] Level 3, Unit 64 - Cisco – CCNA Security (6 credits) [153]
    Level 1, Unit 51 - Effectiveness communication using remote systems (4 credits) [154] Level 2, Unit 50 - Developing skills for remote working (3 credits) [155] Level 3, Unit 65 - Cisco – CyberSecurity Essentials (6 credits) [156]
    Level 1, Unit 102 - Digital Editing and Publishing (4 credits) [157] Level 2, Unit 51 - Effectiveness communication using remote systems (4 credits) [158] Level 3, Unit 66 - Cisco – IT Essentials (6 credits) [159]
    Level 1, Unit 103 - Digital Modelling (4 credits) [160] DELLevel 2, Unit 70 - Understanding of Cyber Security and Online Threats (3 credits) [161] Level 3, Unit 67 - Cisco – Networking Essentials (6 credits) [162]
    Level 1, Unit 105 - Digital Design and Graphics (4 credits) [163] DELLevel 2, Unit 71 - Analysing and Evaluating Cyber Threats (3 credits) [164]
    DELLevel 2, Unit 72 - Applying and Deploying Security Tools and Best Practice (3 credits) [165]
    DELLevel 2, Unit 73 - Extended Project: Securing and Defending Online Systems (6 credits) [166]
    Level 2, Unit 80 - Digital Tools and Best Practice for Project Management (5 credits) [167]
    Level 2, Unit 81 - Digital Safety and Security Policies and Procedures (4 credits) [168]
    Level 2, Unit 82 - Digital Editing and Publishing (3 credits) [169]
    Level 2, Unit 83 - Digital Design and Graphics (3 credits) [170]
    Level 2, Unit 84 - Digital Modelling and Data Management (3 credits) [171]
    Level 2, Unit 85 - Virtual Reality and the Development Life Cycle (4 credits) [172]

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