IT Technical level 3 (Introductory Diploma)

Course summary

The OCR Technical in Networking & Technical Support is an advanced level, known as a Level 3 qualification. It is designed to provide a specialist work-related qualification. It gives learners the knowledge, understanding and skills that they need to prepare them for employment. An OCR Level 3 qualification in Introductory Diploma is equivalent to one A Level and is accepted for future studies in further education at university (up to 56 UCAS tariff points). The OCR IT Diploma qualification is equivalent to 2 A levels (up to 112 UCAS Tariff points). An OCR guide for parents and learners can be found on the exam board’s website. Students are given the opportunity to learn advanced features of Spreadsheets, Web design and Databases. The course is presented with a practical bias, although there is a significant theory element, covering aspects such as how IT is used, the importance and value of information, the impact that IT has had on society and the legislation relating to IT.