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What is Applied Information Technology all about?
What is Applied Information Technology all about?
The Applied Information Technology General course provides students with the knowledge and skills to use a range of computer hardware and software to create, manipulate and communicate information in an effective, responsible and informed manner. Students develop an understanding of computer systems; the management of data; and the use a variety of software applications to investigate, design, construct and evaluate digital products and digital solutions. The course offers pathways to further studies and a range of technology-based careers and a set of skills that equip students for the 21st century and give them an appreciation of the impact of information technology on society.
Who should select these units in Year 11?
Who should select these units in Year 11?
Students who enjoy learning about all things related to computing and would like to develop their skills in the area. This course is different to General Computer Science, you will enjoy using the applications, designing, creating and producing using computer applications.
Who should select these units in Year 12?
Who should select these units in Year 12?
An understanding of the Year 11 content is assumed knowledge for students in Year 12. It is recommended, but not compulsory, that students studying Unit 3 and Unit 4 have completed Unit 1 and Unit 2.
Year 11 Units 1 & 2
Year 11 Units 1 & 2
Pathway
Pathway
Should students successfully complete this course, they will be able to enrol into Applied Information Technology General Units 3 & 4 in Year 12
Areas of Study
Areas of Study
Unit 1 - Personal communication
Design concepts
Hardware
Impacts of technology
Application skills
Project management
Unit 2 - Working with others
Managing data
Networks
Impacts of technology
Application skills
Project management
Project (70%)
Short answer (20%)
Extended answer (10%)
Year 12 Units 3 & 4
Year 12 Units 3 & 4
Pathway
Pathway
Successful completion of these units will enable students to proactively participate within a business, behave responsibly and demonstrate integrity in business activities.
Areas of study
Areas of study
Unit 3 - Media information and communication technologies.
Design concepts
Hardware
Impacts of technology
Application skills
Project management
Unit 4 - Digital technology in business
Managing data
Networks
Impacts of technology
Application skills
Project management
Project (50%)
Short answer (20%)
Extended answer (15%)
EST (15%)
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