Free BTEC Level 2 Information and Creative Technology Course in Gateshead. Classes run full-time at Gateshead College Baltic Campus. This level 2 btec information and creative technology course takes one year and covers a range of creative and technical computing skills. You'll explore areas such as computer applications, software, networks, and digital design. The course may be free if you're 16 to 18 years old or in receipt of certain benefits. Fees may apply for other learners. Please enquire for details. It can lead directly into computing work or onto further study, including BTEC Level 3 Diplomas.
Who this course is for
Watch this short film on computer programming...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWsyrnOBsJs. This exciting study programme will help you build up a range of creative and technical skills and knowledge to help you get into a wide range of computing jobs in the future (see http://www.itjobswatch.co.uk). It will give you the opportunity to enter employment in the computing sector or to progress onto further study programmes such as BTEC Level 3 Diplomas. You will study the following computing disciplines based around commercial/employer projects: Discovery Project This looks at social media, how companies use technology, cloud computing, how computers work, an intro to programming and HTML, networking and various handheld devices. Websites & Graphics You will be given a project brief by a local employer which will see you creating a variety of graphics and websites using industry standard software. The websites will include interactive multimedia content such as videos and animations and the finished products will be looked at by the employers. App Development You will be given another project brief by a different employer, but this time you will be creating mobile apps and programming in a few different languages. You will get the chance to test your apps and programs on a range of different gadgets. Along with this you will be part of an employer based mentoring scheme where you will work with a mentor from a local business to help improve your skills further. The possibilities with this scheme are endless - students have been given real-life projects to work on, visited their mentors at work and been given opportunities to showcase their work. This scheme, along with our tutorial programme will help you become work ready as well as preparing you for the outside world with training on money management, help with job hunting, interviews and confidence building.
Entry requirements
Qualifications needed:
2 GCSEs, or the equivalent and ideally a minimum Level 1 attainment in Maths and English
Required experience:
We welcome applicants without prior experience.
What you will learn
You'll develop creative and technical skills across a range of computing disciplines.
You'll explore how computer applications are built and used.
You'll learn about software development and how programs are created.
You'll study computer networks and how they are managed.
You'll work on digital design and creative technology projects.
You'll build knowledge of the computing sector and the jobs within it.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Gateshead College Baltic Campus. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC First Diploma is assessed mainly through coursework and assignments rather than exams. You'll complete units and build a portfolio of work that demonstrates your skills and knowledge across the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Gateshead College Baltic Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
IT support technician - helping users and maintaining computer systems.
Junior web developer - building and updating websites and web applications.
Digital content creator - producing digital media and creative assets.
Network support assistant - helping to manage and maintain computer networks.
Junior software tester - checking applications work correctly before release.
IT administrator - managing systems, accounts, and digital records.
What you could study next
BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Information Technology - the natural next step, deepening your technical knowledge and opening doors to higher-level roles or university.
T Level in Digital - a technical qualification combining classroom learning with a substantial industry placement, suited to those ready for a more work-focused route.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computing - a Level 4 qualification for those aiming toward a degree or specialist technical career.
