Improving Productivity Using IT

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1 This unit has 3 learning outcomes. LEARNING OUTCOMES The learner will: 1. Plan, select and use appropriate IT systems and software for different purposes. 2. Evaluate the selection and use of IT tools to make sure that activities are successful. ASSESSMENT CRITERIA The learner can: 1.1. Explain the purpose for using IT Analyse the methods, skills and resources required to complete the task successfully Analyse any factors that may affect the task Critically compare alternative methods to produce the intended outcome Develop plans for using IT for different tasks and purposes, including contingencies Select and use appropriate IT systems and software applications to produce effective outcomes Explain why different software applications could be chosen to suit different tasks, purposes and outcomes Explain any legal or local guidelines or constraints which apply to the task or activity Critically compare the strengths and weaknesses of own and other people s final work Review ongoing use of IT tools and techniques and change the approach as needed Evaluate and test solutions to make sure they match requirements and are fit for purpose Be prepared to give feedback on other people s selection and use of IT tools Explain different ways to make further improvements to work.

2 LEARNING OUTCOMES The learner will: 3. Devise solutions to improve the use of IT tools and systems for self and others. ASSESSMENT CRITERIA The learner can: 3.1. Evaluate the productivity and efficiency of IT systems and procedures used by self and others Research and advise on ways to improve productivity and efficiency Develop solutions that make a demonstrable improvement to the use of IT tools and systems Test solutions to ensure that they work as intended Recommend improvements to IT systems and procedures that increase productivity. NOCN 2009 NOCN 2009

3 ASSESSMENT INFORMATION Guidance: This grid gives details of the assessment activities to be used with the unit attached. Please refer to the NOCN Handbook for definitions of each activity and the expectations for assessment practice and evidence for moderation. The assessment activities for this unit are indicated in the table below: Key: P = Prescribed this assessment method must be used to assess the unit. O = Optional this assessment method could be used to assess the unit. Case study O Project O Written question & answer/test/exam O Role play/simulation Essay O Practical demonstration P Report O Group discussion Oral question and answer O Performance/exhibition O Written description O Production of artefact Reflective log / diary O Practice file O Signposting Key Skills This unit offers clear opportunities for learners to provide evidence of achievement in Key Skills achievement in the following skill area/s: Key Skill Wider Key Skill Communication Working with others Information Technology Problem solving Application of Number Improving Own Learning and Performance

4 Accredited Start date: 01/03/2009 Accredited End date: 31/12/2018 Unit Sector/Subject area: 6.2 Unit Grading System: PASS Availability for Use: Shared Purpose and Aim of the Unit Restrictions on the Availability The use of IT tools and systems can improve the productivity and efficiency of activities in a variety of contexts. This unit is about the skills and knowledge needed by the IT User to plan and review their use of predefined or commonly used IT tools for activities that are at times non-routine or unfamiliar. As a result of reviewing their work, they will be able to identify and use automated methods or alternative ways of working to improve productivity An activity will typically be complex and nonroutine because: the task or context is likely to require research, analysis and interpretation; N/A the work may be undertaken by others; and the techniques required will be complex, and the selection process may involve analysis, research, identification and application. Additional Assessment Requirements Details of relationship between the Unit and the NOS See IT User Qualification Structures and Assessment Strategy available from Unit maps fully to competences outlined in IT User National Occupational Standards version 3 (2009) See NOS for examples of content and context applicable to this unit.

5 Accredited Start date: 01/03/2009 Accredited End date: 31/12/2018 Unit Sector/Subject area: 6.2 Unit Grading System: PASS Availability for Use: Shared Details of relationship between the Unit and Standards (not NOS) N/A Endorsement of the Unit by Unit developed by e-skills UK SSC Ltd and approved as shared unit by the sector Joint Awarding Body Forum.

Credit Value: 4 GLH: 30 NOCN Unit Code: CQ1/2/QQ/007 QCA Unit Reference

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