ICT : Level 1 Functional Skills

There are three main learning outcomes:

• Using ICT – students will: identify the ICT requirements of a straightforward task; interact with and use ICT systems to meet requirements of a straightforward task in a familiar context; manage information storage; follow and demonstrate understanding of the needs for safety and security practices
• Finding and selecting information - students will: use search techniques to locate and select relevant information; select information from  a variety of ICT sources for a straightforward task
• Developing, presenting and communicating information - students will: enter, develop and refine information using appropriate software to meet the requirements of straightforward tasks; use appropriate software to meet requirements of straightforward data-handling tasks; use communications software to meet requirements of a straightforward task; combine information within a publication for a familiar audience and purpose; evaluate own use of ICT tools