SCHOOL OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY. Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (Level 7) 1 Semester Bachelor of Information Technology 3 Years

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1 SCHOOL OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 8 National Certificate in Computing (Level 3) 1 Semester Diploma in Information and Communications (Level 5) 1 Year Diploma in Information and Communications (Level 6) 1 Year Graduate Diploma in Information (Level 7) 1 Semester Bachelor of Information 3 Years Level 3 Level 5 Level 6 Level 7

2 INTERACTIVE MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGIES STAR Funded Entry Level Length Time Location Total Cost P Year 10 and above 2 Days 9am - 3pm City Campus $80 (GST incl.) per student WHAT IS THE COURSE ABOUT? This course introduces younger students to a variety of multimedia topics associated with the Information and Communications (ICT) industry. They will have an opportunity to use the latest in computing hardware and software in a modern and attractive computing laboratory environment. Students participate in an exciting experience that combines several aspects of multimedia including manipulating text, capturing and manipulating images, as well as making the resulting presentations available for others to view. WHAT SHOULD STUDENTS WEAR? Students should wear smart and comfortable clothing. Jandals are not allowed. CAREER OPTIONS Graphic Designer Website Designer Computer Programmer Computer Animator Website Administrator DATES 25 and 26 June 17 and 18 September 9

3 INFORMATION COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY (ICT) CURRICULUM PATHWAY WHAT SHOULD I STUDY IN SCHOOL IF I WANT TO STUDY ICT? The following combinations of NZQA Unit Standards and NACCQ (National Advisory Committe on Computing Qualifications) modules, presented by topic area, are recommended for secondary school students wishing to pursue a career in Information and Communications (ICT). UNIT STANDARDS Applications Software A group of applications programmes that are designed to perform specific tasks such as database management, spreadsheet, word processing, attendance, accounting, grade reporting, scheduling, and others Business Information Processing Text & Information Management, Generic Produce computer graphic documents using templates Enter and manage text for generic text and information management Generic Computing Produce a spreadsheet from instructions 2784 Generic Computing Create and use a simple computer spreadsheet to solve a problem 2786 Generic Computing Create and use a simple computer flatfile database to solve a problem 2788 Generic Computing Produce a simple desktop published document to meet a set brief 5941 Generic Computing Exchange messages using electronic mail 5946 Generic Computing Use computer technology to present a topic 2785 Generic Computing Create a computer spreadsheet to provide a solution for organisation use 2787 Generic Computing Produce a computer flatfile database to provide solutions for organisation use 2789 Generic Computing Produce desktop published documents for organisation use 5940 Generic Computing Produce a presentation using a desktop presentation computer application The act of creating software or some other set of instructions for a computer Software Software Software Software Design Networking Create and use simple command sequences in a computer language Create a simple computer program to the specifications of a given brief Create a computer programme to provide a solution Create a simple graphical user interface (GUI) for a computer application 3 6 The linking of a number of devices, such as computers, workstations, printers, and AV equipment into a network (system) for the purpose of sharing resources. Communications The discipline that studies the principles of transmitting and receiving information and the methods by which electronic data is successfully delivered (as print, radio or television, etc) Generic Computing Access computer resources via a local area network (LAN) 5942 Generic Computing Exchange information with an online computer service 2797 Generic Computing Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of computer networks Computer Engineering Demonstrate and apply introductory knowledge of computer network engineering principles

4 Computer Hardware The physical part of a computer, including the digital circuitry. Most computer hardware is not seen by normal users. It is in embedded systems in automobiles, microwave ovens, electrocardiograph machines, compact disc players and other devices. Electronics A branch of physics that deals with the use of systems that operates by controlling the flow of electrons in semiconductors. Electronic systems include computers, washing machines, DVD players, ipods, home entertainment systems, etc Systems Construct an electronic circuit using kitset componentry in systems technology 7547 Systems Demonstrate knowledge of the construction of a low voltage electrical circuit in systems technology 5966 Generic Computing Describe the computer control of mechanical systems Electronics Electronics Demonstrate introductory knowledge of circuit concepts and measurements for electronics Demonstrate knowledge of basic electronic components 5967 Generic Computing Create a computer controlled robot using a kit set Electronics Electronics Demonstrate knowledge of basic digital and analogue electronics concepts Demonstrate basic knowledge of signals and the transmission of information Core Information & Communications These unit standards provide foundation knowledge and skills for the other topic areas. Unit standards 2780 and 2781 are a compulsory pre-requisite for the National Certificates in Computing (NCC) Levels 2 and Business Information Processing 102 Business Information Processing Develop and use keyboarding skills to enter text Consolidate keyboarding skills and produce accurate text 2780 Generic Computing Demonstrate and apply knowledge of a personal computer system 2781 Generic Computing Manage and protect data in a personal computer system 2790 Generic Computing Use and maintain personal computer peripherals 2798 Generic Computing Demonstrate knowledge of the application and impact of computer technology in an organisation 6743 Generic Computing Demonstrate an understanding of ergonomic principles for computer workstations 2783 Generic Computing Demonstrate knowledge of the components of personal computer systems Generic Computing Demonstrate knowledge of ethical issues for computer users in New Zealand

5 INFORMATION COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY (ICT) CURRICULUM PATHWAY (CONTINUED) Multimedia Applications and technologies that manipulate text, data, images, voice and full motion video objects. Graphics Information presented in the form of pictures, images or drawings. Visual elements that supplement type to make printed messages clear or more interesting Design Computer Graphics 7480 Design Computer Graphics Create page layout with text and illustration using computer graphics Produce 2D drawings using a computer drawing programme 5939 Generic Computing Produce computer graphics using base functions 5958 Generic Computing Produce a simple design illustration using a computer application 5961 Software Multimedia Demonstrate an understanding of digitising still images for multimedia computer applications 5956 Generic Computing Create images using a computer 5963 Generic Computing Design and assemble a multimedia computer application without scripting 5964 Software Multimedia Demonstrate an understanding of creating multimedia computer applications with scripting 4 6 Internet A network of computer networks which operates world-wide using a common set of communication protocols. Web Short for World Wide Web. A network of servers linked together by a common protocol, allowing access to millions of hypertext resources Generic Computing Create a web page using a template Generic Computing Demonstrate navigation skills using a browser Generic Computing Create individual web pages as a basis of a website Generic Computing Enhance pages on a website Generic Computing Create a simple website to meet the specifications of a given brief Generic Computing Create a simple website using a text editor to meet the specifications of a given brief Generic Computing Create a website for organisation use Generic Computing Create and operate an interactive website to provide a solution for an organisation For further information please contact Wintec s STAR Co-ordinator. 12

6 INFORMATION COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY (ICT) PROGRAMME STAR Funded Entry Level Length Time Location Total Cost * Varying delivery options available. Please contact Wintec s STAR Co-ordinator for details. MODULES P (Level 5 only) Year 12 and above Semester 1, 2 or both Dependant on teaching hours City Campus Between $100 - $150 per student depending upon the module taught The following NACCQ (National Advisory Committee on Computing Qualifications) modules, qualify for NZQA credit recognition and are Level 5 unless otherwise specified. Programmes are offered with flexible delivery options. Modules can be taught within your school or alternatively students can attend Wintec. For Further information please contact Wintec s STAR Co-ordinator. NOTE NACCQ modules are now available for NCEA credit inclusion. Secondary schools will need to apply for this through NZQA. Go to: for the credit inclusion information and forms. CAREER OPTIONS IT Technician Junior Programmer Help Desk User Support and Network Administration Network Manager Database Administrator Systems Analyst Computer Programmer Multimedia Developer Communications Analyst Core Information and Communications Modules that provide foundation knowledge and skills for the other topic areas. Module Code Module Name Credits Semester SP610 Intergrated Applications 7 2 BS500 Semi conductor theory 14 2 EE500 Electrical Essentials & Components 14 1 HF500 ** Hardware Fundamentals 7 1 & 2 IE500 IT Essentials 14 2 OS500 Operating System Software 7 2 DT500 ** Data Organisation 7 1 SO500 ** System Overview 7 1 IN500 Internet 7 1 & 2 MA500 Multimedia Principles 7 2 DB500 DBMS 7 2 NM500 LAN Administration 7 2 NW500 Networking Principles 14 1 & 2 OO500 Object Orientated Techniques 7 2 PD500 Programme Development 7 1 PP400 Principles 7 1 PP51n Practice 7 1 & 2 IN600 Web Site Development 7 2 ** These modules are compulsory for the NACCQ diploma programmes. 13