Information Technology (AAQ) - Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification

Course summary

The Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Information Technology (Extended Certificate) is an Alternative Academic Qualification (AAQ) designed for post-16 students with an interest in the Digital sector and aiming to progress to higher education as a route to graduate level employment. Course Details The qualification has four mandatory units covering the following topics: • Information Technology Systems – Information technology systems, including the relationship between software and hardware, and the issues related to IT systems • Cyber Security and Incident Management – Types of cyber security attacks, the vulnerabilities in networked systems and how to plan and respond to attacks • Website Development – The development tools, techniques and processes used in website development and how to test usability, functionality and fitness for purpose • Relational Database Development – Structure of data, data design and database management systems (DBMS).