Information Technology

Year 1: Information Technology Systems, Website Development
You will learn about the fundamentals of computer system by exploring the concepts and implications of the use of, and relationships along devices that form IT systems. You will also learn how data is transmitted through networks, via online systems and issues that surround moral and ethical issues alongside legislation.

You will also understand principles of website development, design and develop a website to meet clients requirements.

Year 2: Cyber Security and incident Management, Relational Database
In the second year you will learn a range of threats, system vulnerabilities and security protection methods. You will develop you understanding of network types, infrastructure internal policies along with forensic procedures.

You will also understand principles of relational database models, data storage and normalisation used to design and develop a relational database solution to meet clients requirements.

Based on research into how students learn best, each subject will set independent work to allow you to recap what you have done in the past, consolidate understanding for what you are studying in the present and develop the skills and experiences which will help you for the future. You can read more about the college’s approach to independent study here

The Past
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The Present
Each subject will set weekly homework tasks to help you consolidate your understanding and prepare for your next lesson. This work is typically set through Microsoft Teams, so you will have an electronic log of all your work, notes and feedback.

The Future
A key part of your independent work in this subject will be to prepare for a range of potential jobs and higher education courses when you leave us. To get started, look below at the top higher education courses and jobs which previous students of this course have gone on to do.

As part of a wider programme this course provides an excellent basis for progression to many careers, apprenticeships or University courses.
Former students of this college have gone on to study Cyber Security, Networks, Business Information Technology, Computer Security, Graphics Design development and Computer Programming.