BTEC L2 Extended Certificate in IT(Specialist) - IT Support & Networking (B00316-121301)

Course Overview:

This is an industry recognised Level 2 qualification providing an ideal preparation for students aiming to work in the IT industry or for those already working in IT who want to enhance their skills. The course embeds CISCO Accreditation within a BTEC Level 2 Certificate.

Entry Requirements:

Students should already have appropriate qualifications (IT, English, Maths) to Level 1 or equivalent. Students may be asked to carry out a numeracy and literacy screening prior to acceptance onto the course.

Course Content:

The course consists of the Cisco CCNA Curriculum and the following BTEC units Communicating in the IT Industry Supporting Organisations with IT On completion of the course you will Be a CISCO qualified specialist know how to communicate information to suit audience, purpose and content know how to use IT tools to communicate and exchange information understand the impact of IT on individuals, communities and society Know the ways in which organisations use IT Understand the reasons why organisations use IT Understand the impact of IT on individuals and organisations Be able to plan a working environment to incorporate IT. All units are assessed and individually graded and an overall grade is awarded for the qualification. You learn by completing projects and assignments, based on workplace scenarios. The course will prepare you for employment or for study at advanced level and is an ideal starting point for those considering a career in IT

Assessment Methods:

Learners will be assessed formally through coursework which will be a combination of written work, production of artefacts, presentations, projects, observations etc. This is a level 2 course and all student work is externally moderated by the relevant board

Additional Information:

If you require further course information or advice & guidance that is not answered in this outline please email bit@racc.ac.uk If you would like general information about the college, for example, fees & finance, funding, term dates or opening times please email info@racc.ac.uk telephone 020 8843 7921, or drop in to our main reception area at either site.

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Bring To First Class:

Pen, note book and folder, USB stick

Attendance:

Regular attendance is essential and will be monitored. Students not meeting this requirement will be asked to consider their continuation on the course

Further Study and Career Opportunities:

Further courses at RACC http;//www.racc.ac.uk

Alternative Courses:

• B00196-121301 Certificate in IT Support Level 2 – CISCO IT Essentials
  Start: 11/01/2013 Duration: 23 week(s)
• B00337-121301 CISCO IT Essentials
  Start: 18/04/2013 Duration: 13 week(s)

How to Enrol:

Enrolment is best carried out online. If you prefer to enrol in person, you can enrol at either the Clifden or Parkshot centres. You can also enrol by post, payment should be by cheque made payable to Richmond Adult Community College and sent to Postal Enrolments, RACC, Clifden Centre, Clifden Road, Twickenham TW1 4LT

Information Advice and Guidance:

You can enrol online, over the phone or in person at either site
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