Information Technology
STAGE 1
LEVEL & NAME : STAGE 1 SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
COURSE LENGTH : Semester
ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE : Nil
FUTURE STUDY : Year 12/TAFE
OVERVIEW
Provides students with a better understanding of business practices such as skills required to establish and run a small business, overview of marketing, accounting, legal and ethical issues in business.
LEVEL & NAME : STAGE 1 INFORMATION PROCESSING & PUBLISHING
COURSE LENGTH : Semester
ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE : Basic Computer Skills
FUTURE STUDY : Stage 2 Information Processing & Publishing
OVERVIEW
This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge to produce paper based publications such as flyers, posters, invitations, brochures, letterheads and business cards.
STAGE 2
LEVEL & NAME : STAGE 2 INFORMATION PROCESSING & PUBLISHING
COURSE LENGTH : Semester
ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE : Stage 1 Information Processing & publishing
FUTURE STUDY : TAFE/ University
OVERVIEW
Use a computer to present and display personal documents. Tasks may include invitations, brochures and resumes using Adobe Indesign and Adobe Photoshop.
Focus on the computer as a communication tool for business, clubs, societies etc to produce letters, reports, tables, financial statements and newsletters.
VET
LEVEL & NAME : CERTIFICATE 1 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
COURSE LENGTH : Semseter
ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE : Basic IT Skills
FUTURE STUDY : Certificate 2 in IT
OVERVIEW
This course is designed for students that have very little understanding on how to operate a computer. It will include
- How to maintain a computer
- System maintenance
- Using Word and PowerPoint
- Accessing and using the internet
LEVEL & NAME : CERTIFICATE 2 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
COURSE LENGTH : 1 Semester, 1 day per week (Tuesday)
FUTURE STUDY : Certificate 3 in IT
OVERVIEW
This Certificate is broken down into 4 key areas listed below. There is a focus on systems maintenance for both hardware and software. Windows 7 machines are used and Microsoft Word, Access and Excel.
Computer Applications 1
- Follow workplace safety procedures
- Work effectively in an IT environment
- Word, Excel and Access
IT Fundamentals Hardware
- Connect Hardware Peripherals
- Operate computer hardware
- Operate a personal computer
- Communicate in the workplace
IT Fundamentals Operations
- Install software applications
- Maintain system integrity
- Access and use the internet
- Use computer operating system
- Receive and process oral and written communication
Capture a Digital Image
- Capture a digital image
- Communicate in the workplace
- Operate a personal computer
LEVEL & NAME : CERTIFICATE 3 IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
COURSE LENGTH : 1 Year, 1 day a week (Thursday)
ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE : Certificate 2 in IT
FUTURE STUDY :
OVERVIEW
This Certificate is broken down into 2 key areas listed below. There is a focus on Webpage design using Dreamweaver and Systems Maintenance.
HTML/DREAMWEAVER/JAVA
Create user documentation; provide advice to clients; use advanced features of computer applications; create a simple mark-up language document to specifications. Develop macros and templates for clients using standard products; use developmental software and its tools to build a website.
COMPUTER OPERATIONS
Migrate to new technology; apply occupational health and safety procedures; care for computer hardware; customise packaged software applications for clients; implement system software changes; install and optimise operating system software; connnect internal hardware components; run standard diagnostic tests.
LEVEL & NAME : CERTIFICATE 2 IN BUSINESS
COURSE LENGTH : I year, 1 day a week (Tuesday)
ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE :
FUTURE STUDY : Certificate 3 in Business
OVERVIEW
This Certificate is broken down into 3 key areas listed below. Students will develop skills to be able to work effectively as a front desk receptionist. Part of the course involves running a virtual office in which students will undertake the day to day tasks required when working in an office.
Office Studies 1
Work effectively in a business environment; maintain daily financial/business records; use business equipment and resources; create and use spreadsheets; operate a personal computer; work effectively with others ; process and maintain workplace information.
Office Studies 2
Deliver a service to customers;communicate in the workplace; handle mail; communicate electronically; participate in OHS&W procedures.
Office Studies 3
Practice Office.
