Level 3 Diploma in Information and Digital Technologies
About Course
The Level 3 Diploma in Information and Digital Technologies is a 60-credit Ofqual regulated qualification and is the equivalent level to an A Level or Access to HE qualification. It has been designed for learners who wish to progress to a Bachelor’s degree and may not have the traditional entry qualifications usually required.
The qualification aims to provide learners with the underpinning knowledge and understanding of a range of topics within the Information and Digital Technology environment. These topics will allow learners to develop practical and theoretical approaches to solving problems and finding solutions using Information and Digital
Technologies.
Typical Age
Qualifications
For learners who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely
to include one of the following:
Language
| Unit Name | Unit Aims | Credits | Mandatory |
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Introduction to Computer Programming
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This unit aims to provide learners with fundamentals of computer programming. Learners will develop their knowledge and understanding by investigating the range of languages available, example uses and the similarities across different languages.
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10
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Yes
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Introduction to Computing Mathematics
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This units aims to provide an overview of the mathematical skills required for computer programming. Learners will develop knowledge and understanding in the areas of mathematics that are used when working with a computing programming language.
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10
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Yes
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Introduction to Cyber Security
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This unit aims to provide an overview of cyber security and the importance of keeping yourself and systems safe when online. Learners will develop an understanding of the basics of security and the appropriate measures to take to reduce security risks.
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10
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Yes
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Introduction to Digital Technologies
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This units aims to provide an overview of the range of digital technologies available across different business sectors and environments.
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5
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Yes
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Introduction to Emerging Technologies
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This unit aims to provide learners with the necessary knowledge and understanding in order to investigate emerging technologies that are available and those that could be available in the future.
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5
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Yes
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Introduction to Mobile Application Development
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This unit aims to provide an overview on the basics of mobile application development. Learners will gain knowledge and understanding on how to plan, develop, test and launch a mobile application to solve a solution to a problem.
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10
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Yes
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Introduction to Web Development
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This unit aims to provide an overview of web development. Learners will gain knowledge and understanding on how to plan, develop, test and launch a website.
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10
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Yes
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