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Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in IT (QCF)
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- LevelRQF Level 3
- Total credits60
- Guided learning360 hours
- Units in this qualification77
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The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in IT (QCF) provides learners with skills in IT areas such as database design, web server scripting, and desktop support. It is intended for those pursuing a career as an IT practitioner. Learners gain practical experience in digital graphics and application development.
These are the units Pearson Education Ltd registers against this qualification. It is a catalogue, not a syllabus. Which of them you take depends on the combination the qualification requires, and that is set by the awarding body rather than by us. Every unit here is regulated, and every one you earn is yours to keep.
2D Animation ProductionReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the techniques and development processes involved in creating 2D animation
- Devise a 2D animation concept, including storyboarding, character design, and soundtrack planning
- Produce a 2D animation with a soundtrack, utilising appropriate software and techniques
- Evaluate audience responses to own 2D animation work, identifying areas for improvement and future development
3D ModellingReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the underlying theory and diverse applications of 3D modelling in various industries
- Understand the different types of 3D modelling techniques and software available
- Devise detailed 3D models based on specific requirements and design specifications
- Plan and structure 3D modelling projects effectively
- Create realistic and visually appealing 3D models following industry best practise
- Use appropriate software tools and techniques to create, texture, and render 3D models
- Optimise 3D models for different platforms and applications
Business ResourcesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Explain how human resources are managed within a business
- Describe the purpose of managing physical and technological resources within a business
- Identify how to access different sources of finance for a business
- Interpret financial statements to assess business performance
Cisco CCNP RouteReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of routing services, including routing protocols and routing algorithms.
- Implement an Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP)-based solution for network routing.
- Implement an Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)-based solution for network routing.
- Understand the manipulation of routing updates, including route filtering and route aggregation.
- Understand path control mechanisms, including policy-based routing and traffic engineering.
- Implement a Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) solution for Internet Service Provider (ISP) connectivity.
- Implement routing facilities for branch offices and mobile workers, including VPNs and remote access solutions.
- Implement IPv6 in an enterprise network, including addressing, routing, and security considerations.
Cisco CCNP SwitchReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the analysis of an Enterprise Campus Architecture, including its components and design considerations.
- Implement VLANs in Campus Networks, configuring and managing VLANs for network segmentation and security.
- Implement Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) to prevent network loops and ensure network stability.
- Implement inter-VLAN Routing to enable communication between different VLANs.
- Understand High Availability and Redundancy in a Campus Network, including techniques for ensuring network uptime and resilience.
- Understand Campus Infrastructure Security, including security measures to protect the network from threats and vulnerabilities.
- Understand the preparation of the Campus Infrastructure for Advanced Services, such as voice and video applications.
Cisco CCNP TroubleshootingReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Plan maintenance schedules for complex enterprise networks.
- Understand the processes involved in troubleshooting complex enterprise networks.
- Implement maintenance tools and applications for network upkeep.
- Implement troubleshooting tools and applications for network fault resolution.
- Maintain campus switched solutions to ensure optimal performance.
- Troubleshoot campus switched solutions to resolve network issues.
- Maintain routing solutions to ensure efficient data transmission.
- Troubleshoot routing solutions to address routing-related problems.
- Maintain addressing services to ensure proper network addressing.
- Troubleshoot addressing services to resolve addressing conflicts or errors.
- Maintain network performance to ensure optimal network speed and efficiency on converged networks.
- Troubleshoot network performance issues on converged networks to identify and resolve bottlenecks.
- Maintain network security implementations to protect against security threats.
- Troubleshoot network security implementations to address security vulnerabilities.
- Maintain integrated, complex enterprise networks to ensure seamless operation.
- Troubleshoot integrated, complex enterprise networks to resolve complex network problems.
Cisco Discovery Designing and Supporting Computer NetworksReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Design a network infrastructure that meets specified requirements and constraints
- Implement a prototype network according to the design specifications
- Maintain a prototype network, troubleshooting and resolving issues as they arise
Cisco Discovery Introducing Routing and Switching in the EnterpriseReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Configure a switched infrastructure, including VLANs, spanning tree protocol, and other relevant technologies.
- Test and troubleshoot a routed and switched infrastructure, identifying and resolving network issues effectively.
- Understand traffic filtering techniques and be able to implement a traffic filtering solution to enhance network security and performance.
Cisco Discovery Networking for Home and Small BusinessReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the different types of network systems and devices commonly used in home and small business environments.
- Understand how different network technologies operate and communicate with each other.
- Understand basic network security principles and their impact on the user experience.
- Configure network devices for cross-network communication.
- Troubleshoot cross-network communication issues to ensure seamless connectivity.
Cisco Discovery Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISPReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Identify and understand different routing protocols and their applications within a network
- Configure a router to communicate effectively with a WAN infrastructure, ensuring proper connectivity and data transmission
- Test and troubleshoot a network system to identify and resolve connectivity issues and performance bottlenecks
- Implement address management strategies to ensure efficient allocation and utilisation of network addresses
Cisco Exploration Accessing the WANReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Implement a Wide Area Network (WAN) according to a given design specification
- Test a WAN implementation to verify its functionality and troubleshoot any identified issues
- Plan security measures for a WAN to protect it from unauthorised access and cyber threats
- Evaluate the performance of a WAN and implement appropriate security and network address management technologies to optimise its operation
Cisco Exploration LAN Switching and WirelessReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Configure a switched network infrastructure, including VLANs and trunking protocols.
- Configure VLANs to segment network traffic and improve security.
- Configure trunk links to carry traffic for multiple VLANs.
- Test and troubleshoot a VLAN infrastructure to ensure proper functionality.
- Identify and resolve common VLAN configuration issues.
- Enable a VLAN Trunk Protocol (VTP) client/server structure to operate and manage a LAN efficiently.
- Configure VTP to manage VLAN information across multiple switches.
- Monitor VTP traffic and troubleshoot VTP-related issues.
- Understand the operation of wireless systems, including wireless standards and security protocols.
- Understand the different types of wireless networks and their applications.
- Understand the security considerations for wireless networks.
Cisco Exploration Network FundamentalsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Know the diverse types of network systems and devices that are commonly used in modern network infrastructures
- Know how different network technologies operate and communicate with each other to facilitate data transmission
- Understand the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model and the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) suite and their relationship to the operation of network systems
- Configure a workstation for connection to a network, including setting up network protocols and security parameters
- Design a sub-network scheme, including IP addressing and subnetting, to meet specific network requirements
- Recommend improvements to an existing network infrastructure based on performance analysis and security considerations
Cisco Exploration Routing Protocols and ConceptsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Identify different routing protocols used in network environments.
- Understand the function and operation of various routing protocols.
- Configure a router to effectively communicate with a Wide Area Network (WAN) infrastructure.
- Test a network system to identify potential faults.
- Troubleshoot a network system to resolve identified faults.
- Evaluate the quality of communication within a network system.
Cisco IT Essentials Part 1Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental hardware principles that underpin a computer system
- Safely assemble a range of computer systems, ensuring correct component installation and configuration
- Maintain a range of computer systems and their components, including troubleshooting and replacement
- Maintain operating system components, including updates, drivers, and system configuration
- Maintain security components, including anti-virus software, firewalls, and user access controls
- Maintain network communication for a computer system, including configuring network settings and troubleshooting connectivity issues
Cisco IT Essentials Part 2Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of managing computer systems, including resource allocation, performance monitoring, and security management.
- Manage the support of operating systems, including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and updates, and understand security requirements.
- Maintain a networked system, including monitoring network performance, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and implementing security measures.
Client Side Customisation of Web PagesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Explain the fundamentals of Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
- Explain the fundamentals of scripting languages
- Control the layout of web pages using CSS
- Develop interactive web pages
Communication TechnologiesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the communication principles underpinning computer networks, including protocols, standards, and network topologies.
- Know the main elements of data communications systems, including hardware components, software applications, and communication channels.
- Implement different forms of network communications, including configuring network devices, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and ensuring data integrity.
Communication and Employability Skills for ITReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the personal attributes and qualities that are highly valued by employers in the IT sector
- Understand the importance of professionalism and ethical behaviour in the workplace
- Understand the principles of effective communication, including verbal, non-verbal, and written communication
- Understand the importance of active listening and providing constructive feedback
- Use IT tools and software to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders
- Create professional documents, presentations, and emails
- Address personal development needs by identifying areas for improvement and setting goals
- Create a personal development plan and track progress towards achieving goals
CompTIA A+ EssentialsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Use personal computer components effectively, demonstrating knowledge of their functions and compatibility.
- Understand personal computer troubleshooting techniques, repair procedures, and maintenance schedules.
- Understand operating systems, including their installation, configuration, and management.
- Understand basic networking fundamentals, including network topologies, protocols, and security.
- Understand security concepts and technology related to personal computers, including malware protection, firewalls, and data encryption.
- Understand operational considerations when working with personal computers, including safety procedures, environmental factors, and ergonomic principles.
CompTIA A+ Practical ApplicationReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand computer hardware components, their functions, and compatibility considerations
- Understand the principles of operating systems, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting (specifically Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP Professional, XP Home, XP MediaCenter, Windows Vista Home, Home Premium, Business and Ultimate)
- Understand networking concepts, including network topologies, protocols, and troubleshooting techniques
- Understand computer security principles, including threats, vulnerabilities, and security measures
CompTIA Linux+Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Know the standard installation procedure for Linux operating systems.
- Manage Linux based client systems effectively.
- Configure system settings, network services and access rights within a Linux environment.
- Implement appropriate security options to protect Linux systems.
- Complete comprehensive documentation relating to Linux system administration.
- Know the hardware components that are typically found in Linux client and server systems.
CompTIA Network+Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand media and topologies used in network infrastructure
- Understand Protocols and Standards relevant to network communication
- Understand Network Implementation methodologies and best practises
- Carry out network support tasks effectively.
CompTIA Security+Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand general security concepts related to information technology
- Recognise and understand communication security protocols and methods
- Understand and differentiate infrastructure security components and configurations
- Understand and apply the basics of cryptography for data protection
- Understand and apply the basics of cryptography for data protection
- Understand operational and organisational security policies and procedures
CompTIA Server+Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Know general server hardware components and their functions
- Install a server operating system and related software
- Configure a server to meet specific requirements
- Upgrade a server's hardware and software components
- Proactively maintain a server to ensure optimal performance and reliability
- Protect the server environment from security threats and data loss
- Troubleshoot and identify server problems effectively
- Know the components of a disaster recovery plan for servers and how to implement it
Computer Game DesignReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Explain the principles of computer game design
- Generate ideas for a computer game concept
- Prepare comprehensive game design documentation
- Present a game concept effectively to stakeholders
Computer Game Platforms and TechnologiesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand different types of game platform available.
- Understand the hardware technologies used in different game platforms.
- Understand the software technologies used in different game platforms.
- Connect and configure different game platforms and devices to enable gameplay.
Computer NetworksReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Identify different types of network systems and protocols
- Describe the key components used in networking
- Explain the services provided by network systems
- Implement security measures to protect networked systems
Computer SystemsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the function and interrelationship of the key components of computer systems, including hardware and software.
- Recommend appropriate computer systems, including hardware and software configurations, to meet specific business requirements.
- Set up and maintain computer systems, including installing software, configuring hardware, and troubleshooting common issues.
Computer Systems ArchitectureReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how data can be represented within computer systems, including different data types and encoding methods.
- Understand the functions of key computer system components, such as the CPU, memory, and input/output devices.
- Understand the principles of processor operations, including instruction fetching, decoding, and execution.
Computer animationReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the types and uses of animation in various contexts, such as entertainment, education, and marketing.
- Know the software techniques used in animation, including keyframing, motion capture, and rendering.
- Design and implement digital animations, using appropriate software and techniques.
Configuring Windows Server 2008 Active DirectoryReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Configure Domain Name System (DNS) for Active Directory
- Configure the Active Directory infrastructure
- Configure additional Active Directory server roles
- Create and maintain Active Directory objects
- Maintain the Active Directory environment
- Configure Active Directory Certificate Services
Configuring Windows Server 2008 Network InfrastructureReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Configure IP addressing and related services within a Windows Server 2008 network infrastructure
- Configure name resolution services within a Windows Server 2008 network infrastructure
- Configure network access controls and permissions within a Windows Server 2008 network infrastructure
- Configure file and print services within a Windows Server 2008 network infrastructure
- Monitor and manage a Windows Server 2008 network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and security
Controlling Systems Using ITReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the requirements of control systems, including their purpose, components, and applications
- Know how data is represented in control systems, including analogue and digital signals, and data encoding methods
- Understand control loop operation, including feedback mechanisms, set points, and error correction
- Design control systems to meet specified requirements, considering factors such as accuracy, stability, and response time
- Implement control systems using appropriate hardware and software tools, ensuring correct configuration and operation
Data Analysis and DesignReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Know modelling methodologies used in data analysis and design, including their strengths, weaknesses, and appropriate applications.
- Understand logical data modelling principles, including entity-relationship diagrams, data normalisation, and data integrity constraints.
- Produce logical data models based on given requirements, using appropriate modelling techniques and tools.
- Implement and test logical data models within a database management system, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
Database DesignReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the features and characteristics of relational databases, including tables, relationships, and keys.
- Design, create, and populate a relational database, using appropriate data types and constraints.
- Test a relational database to ensure data integrity, functionality, and performance.
Deploying Messaging Solutions with Microsoft Exchange Server 2007Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Plan Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 upgrades and migrations, considering compatibility and data integrity
- Plan for high availability implementation in Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 to ensure business continuity
- Plan the Exchange topology deployment, taking into account organisational structure and network infrastructure
- Plan messaging security and compliance implementation to protect sensitive information and meet regulatory requirements
- Plan for messaging environment maintenance, including patching, backups, and disaster recovery
Designing Database Solutions and Data Access Using Microsoft SQL Server 2008Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Design a comprehensive database strategy that aligns with business requirements.
- Design database tables, ensuring data integrity and efficient storage.
- Design programming objects to facilitate data access and manipulation.
- Design a transaction and concurrency strategy to maintain data consistency.
- Design an XML strategy for data exchange and integration.
- Design queries that optimise performance and efficiency.
- Design a database structure that ensures optimal performance and scalability.
Designing Messaging Solutions with Microsoft Exchange Server 2007Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Design and plan messaging services, considering factors such as user needs, security, and scalability
- Design and plan server high availability solutions to ensure business continuity
- Design and plan coexistence and migration strategies for transitioning to new messaging systems
- Define policies and security procedures to protect messaging systems and data
Designing and Developing Windows Applications Using the Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Validate an application design against specified requirements and constraints to ensure it meets the intended purpose.
- Plan data management strategies for a Windows application, considering data storage, retrieval, and security.
- Plan user interaction and presentation strategies to create a user-friendly and intuitive application interface.
- Design security implementation measures to protect the application and its data from unauthorised access and threats.
- Plan application deployment and maintenance procedures to ensure smooth installation, updates, and ongoing support.
- Design the application architecture, defining the structure, components, and interactions of the system.
- Design for optimised performance, considering factors such as speed, efficiency, and resource utilisation.
Designing, optimising and Maintaining a Database Administrative Solution Using Microsoft SQL Server 2008Real unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Design a SQL Server Instance and a Database Solution to meet specified requirements
- Design a Database Server Security Solution to protect data and prevent unauthorised access
- Design a Database Solution for High Availability to ensure continuous operation
- Design a Backup and Recovery Solution to safeguard against data loss
- Design a Monitoring Strategy to track performance and identify potential issues
- Design a Strategy to Maintain and Manage Databases effectively
- Design a Strategy for Data Distribution to optimise performance and scalability
Developing Computer GamesReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the impact of the gaming revolution on society, considering its cultural, economic, and social effects.
- Know the different types of computer game, including genres, platforms, and target audiences.
- Design and develop computer games, using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Test and document computer games, ensuring quality and usability.
Digital GraphicsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Know the hardware and software components required to work effectively with digital graphic images
- Know the specifications of input and output devices used in digital graphics
- Understand the different types of graphic images, including raster and vector graphics
- Understand the characteristics of different graphical file formats and their appropriate uses
- Use editing tools to edit and manipulate images, including adjusting colour, brightness, and contrast
- Apply filters and effects to enhance images
- Create and modify graphic images to meet specific user requirements, including branding guidelines and accessibility standards
- Optimise graphic images for different platforms and devices
Digital Graphics for Interactive MediaReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the underlying theory and practical applications of digital graphics technology in interactive media.
- Generate creative and innovative ideas for digital graphics suitable for an interactive media product.
- Create high-quality digital graphics for an interactive media product, adhering to industry best practice and standards.
Event Driven ProgrammingReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the key features and concepts of event-driven programming, including event handling and user interfaces.
- Effectively use the tools and techniques of an event-driven programming language to develop interactive applications.
- Design well-structured and user-friendly event-driven applications that meet specified requirements.
- Implement event-driven applications, incorporating appropriate error handling and user feedback mechanisms.
Human Computer InteractionReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Know the impact of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) on society, the economy, and culture
- Know the ethical considerations related to the design and implementation of user interfaces
- Understand the fundamental principles of interface design, including usability, accessibility, and user experience
- Understand the importance of user research and testing in the design process
- Design user interfaces that are intuitive, efficient, and enjoyable to use
- Implement user interfaces using appropriate software and technologies
- Evaluate the effectiveness of user interfaces and make recommendations for improvement
IT Systems Troubleshooting and RepairReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Explain how organisational policies can affect IT troubleshooting and repair processes
- Use appropriate tools to troubleshoot IT problems effectively
- Select and apply suitable fault remedies to IT systems
IT Technical SupportReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the tools and techniques used for technical support, including remote access software, diagnostic utilities, and knowledge base systems.
- Understand how organisational policies and procedures influence technical support, including service level agreements, escalation processes, and data protection regulations.
- Gather information to provide advice and guidance to users, using effective questioning techniques and active listening skills.
- Communicate advice and guidance to users in a clear, concise, and professional manner, using appropriate communication channels and adapting to individual needs.
Impact of the Use of IT on Business SystemsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the effect of developments in information technology on organisations, considering both positive and negative impacts.
- Understand how organisations respond to information technology developments, including adaptation strategies and implementation processes.
- Propose well-justified improvements to existing business systems using appropriate information technology solutions.
Information SystemsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how organisations use business information to support decision-making and improve performance.
- Understand the issues related to the use of information, including data security, privacy, and ethical considerations.
- Know the features and functions of information systems, including databases, CRM systems, and ERP systems.
- Use IT tools to produce management information, including reports, charts, and dashboards.
Installing and Upgrading SoftwareReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand why software needs installing or upgrading, considering factors such as new features, security updates, and compatibility issues.
- Prepare for a software installation or upgrade, including backing up data, checking system requirements, and planning the installation process.
- Install or upgrade software, following best practices and troubleshooting common issues.
- Understand the completion and handover process, including testing the software, documenting the installation, and providing user support.
Interactive Media AuthoringReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental principles of interactive media authoring.
- Devise a detailed plan for an interactive media product, considering target audience and purpose.
- Create a functional and engaging interactive media product, adhering to recognised industry practices and standards.
Maintaining Computer SystemsReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the organisational issues related to the maintenance of computer systems within a business environment.
- Plan computer system maintenance activities, including scheduling and resource allocation.
- Perform routine housekeeping tasks on computer systems, such as disk cleanup, defragmentation, and software updates.
- Monitor and improve computer systems performance, identifying bottlenecks and implementing optimisation strategies.
Managing NetworksReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Know about networking management tools and technologies used for monitoring, configuring, and troubleshooting networks.
- Understand network management functions, including performance monitoring, security management, and fault management.
- Carry out network management activities, such as configuring network devices, monitoring network traffic, and resolving network issues.
Mathematics for IT PractitionersReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Apply matrix methods to solve problems relevant to IT contexts.
- Apply sequences and series, probability, and recursion to model and analyse IT-related scenarios.
- Apply different number systems, including binary, decimal, and hexadecimal, in IT applications.
- Interpret data presented in various formats, such as charts, graphs, and tables, to draw meaningful conclusions.
Multimedia DesignReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how multimedia is used to meet specific business objectives
- Design multimedia products that effectively meet identified business needs
- Develop functional and engaging multimedia products
- Present multimedia products in a professional and appropriate manner
- Review multimedia products, identifying areas for improvement and future development
Networked Systems SecurityReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Know the types and sources of network attacks, including malware, phishing, denial-of-service attacks, and social engineering.
- Know about security related hardware and software, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, antivirus software, and encryption tools.
- Understand organisational aspects of network security, including security policies, risk assessments, and incident response plans.
- Apply system security measures, including configuring firewalls, implementing access controls, and monitoring network traffic for suspicious activity.
Object Oriented ProgrammingReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the key features of object oriented programming, including encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, and abstraction.
- Use the tools and techniques of an object oriented language, including classes, objects, methods, and properties.
- Design object oriented applications based on given requirements, using appropriate design patterns and UML diagrams.
- Implement object oriented applications, ensuring code quality, maintainability, and adherence to coding standards.
Oracle Academy : Data DesignReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the context of database systems and data design principles, including data modelling and normalisation
- Design an entity relationship diagram (ERD) to represent the structure and relationships within a database
- Create a normalised data structure to minimise data redundancy and improve data integrity
Oracle Academy : Database Design and Programming with SQLReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the purpose and application of various SQL functions.
- Construct Data Manipulation Language (DML) statements to manage data within a database.
- Construct Data Definition Language (DDL) statements to define and modify database structures.
- Construct data views to present data in a specific format.
- Manage database integrity to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
Oracle Academy : Database Programming with PL/SQLReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the underlying principles of PL/SQL programming.
- Construct PL/SQL code to perform database operations.
- Construct PL/SQL structures, including procedures, functions, and triggers.
Organisational Systems SecurityReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the potential impact of various threats to IT systems within an organisation.
- Know how organisations can implement measures to keep their systems and data secure.
- Understand the organisational issues that can affect the security of IT systems.
Procedural ProgrammingReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the key features of procedural programming.
- Use the tools and techniques associated with a procedural programming language.
- Design procedural applications to meet given requirements.
- Implement procedural applications using appropriate coding techniques.
Project Planning With ITReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental principles of how projects are managed within an organisation
- Understand the different methodologies used in project management
- Plan projects effectively using appropriate IT tools and software
- Create detailed project plans that include timelines, resource allocation, and risk assessments
- Follow established project plans to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
- Monitor project progress and identify potential issues
- Review the project management process to identify areas for improvement
- Evaluate the effectiveness of project management techniques used
Software Design and DevelopmentReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Know the key features of different programming languages.
- Understand the fundamental principles of software design.
- Use appropriate tools to demonstrate software designs.
Spreadsheet ModellingReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how spreadsheets can be used to solve complex problems within a business or organisational context.
- Develop complex spreadsheet models to meet specific requirements.
- Automate spreadsheet models using appropriate tools and techniques to improve efficiency.
- Test spreadsheet models thoroughly to ensure accuracy and reliability, and document the model development process.
Supporting Business ActivityReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the aims and objectives of different types of organisation, including private, public, and voluntary sectors.
- Know the business activities of organisations, such as marketing, finance, operations, and human resources.
- Know the impact of external factors on organisations, such as economic conditions, legal regulations, and technological advancements.
Systems Analysis and DesignReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of systems analysis and design, including methodologies and techniques.
- Carry out a structured analysis of business systems requirements, using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Design business systems solutions that meet identified requirements, considering factors such as feasibility and cost-effectiveness.
VM Ware Master Enterprise AdministrationReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the core principles of virtualisation, including its benefits, challenges, and different virtualisation technologies
- Manage complex virtualised environments, including resource allocation, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting
- Deploy vSphere solutions, configuring and managing virtual machines, networks, and storage
- Administer vSphere enterprise components, such as vCenter Server, ESXi hosts, and virtual appliances
VM Ware Master Enterprise DesignReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the fundamental principles of virtualisation technology.
- Understand the various components that comprise a data centre environment.
- Design a virtualisation environment that meets specified requirements.
- Implement a virtualisation design according to best practises and industry standards.
Web Animation for Interactive MediaReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the uses and principles of web animation, including its role in enhancing user experience and conveying information.
- Devise web animation, considering factors such as target audience, purpose, and technical constraints.
- Create web animation following industry practice, using appropriate software and techniques.
Web Server ScriptingReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the core principles of web server scripting and its role in web application development.
- Use web server scripting languages to create dynamic web pages and applications.
- Understand the various issues affecting web server scripting, including security, performance, and scalability.
Website ProductionReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Understand web architecture and its key components.
- Understand the various factors that can influence website performance.
- Design websites that meet specific user needs and accessibility requirements.
- Create functional websites using appropriate technologies and techniques.
Windows 7, ConfiguringReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the processes involved in installing, upgrading, and migrating to Windows 7, including compatibility considerations and data migration strategies.
- Explain the methods for deploying Windows 7 in various environments, including automated deployment and image management.
- Configure hardware and applications within Windows 7, including device drivers, software settings, and compatibility modes.
- Configure network connectivity in Windows 7, including wired and wireless networks, TCP/IP settings, and network security.
- Configure access to resources in Windows 7, including file sharing, printer sharing, and user permissions.
- Configure mobile computing features in Windows 7, including power management, synchronisation, and remote access.
- Monitor and maintain systems that run Windows 7, including performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and security updates.
Windows 7, Enterprise Desktop AdministratorReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Plan and manage a client life cycle strategy, considering factors such as hardware and software standardisation, deployment methods, and ongoing maintenance.
- Design a standard image for Windows 7 client deployments, including operating system configuration, application installation, and security settings.
- Design client configurations for Windows 7, including hardware profiles, user settings, and network configurations.
- Design a Windows 7 client deployment strategy, including deployment methods, scheduling, and user training.
- Design application packages for deployment to Windows 7 clients, including application compatibility testing, packaging formats, and deployment methods.
Windows 7, Enterprise Desktop Support TechnicianReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Identify the cause of and resolve issues related to desktop applications within a Windows 7 environment.
- Identify the cause of and resolve networking issues encountered by users within a Windows 7 environment.
- Manage and maintain systems running Windows 7 Client to ensure optimal performance and security.
- Support mobile users accessing resources and services within a Windows 7 enterprise environment.
e-CommerceReal unit · Pearson Education Ltd
What you'll be able to do
- Know the technologies required for an e-commerce system, including web servers, databases, payment gateways, and security protocols
- Understand the impact of e-commerce on organisations, including changes to business processes, marketing strategies, and customer relationships
- Understand the effects of e-commerce on society, including changes to consumer behaviour, employment patterns, and ethical considerations
- Plan e-commerce strategies, including market analysis, target audience identification, and online marketing techniques
The honest bit
You’ve started things before
Most courses were built for a room full of people who aren’t you. A cohort moves on whether or not your week allowed it, and by the third week the thing you’re behind on becomes the reason you stop opening it.
There’s no cohort here, and no timetable to fall behind. Before anything starts, Zavmo asks when you’re sharpest and how long you can realistically sit down for, then builds the sessions around those answers. A bad fortnight changes your pace. It doesn’t put you behind.
And you only pay once you start learning. Searching and planning are free, and you can cancel any time — so the cost of finding out is an afternoon, not a year.
Your passport
Every credit is a stamp you keep
Level 3 credits are regulated. They don’t vanish when a subscription ends or a website closes. They travel to any employer, and Zavmo keeps the map of what you’ve earned and what’s next.
Each stamp is a real unit registered against this qualification.
Who’d teach you this

The Evidence Evaluator
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Where these credits take you
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Where this can lead
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How you’ll actually learn this
One-to-one, on your own real work
A qualification is usually something done to you: sit the class, sit the exam, hope it sticks. Here it’s the opposite. You learn it one-to-one with a companion, on your own real work, and you keep going until you can use it, not just recall it.
Applied to your work in any of these jobs
This unit covers the techniques and development processes of 2D animation, including frame-by-frame animation, tweening, and rotoscoping. Learners will devise and produce a 2D animation with a soundtrack and evaluate audience responses to their work.
- Remember
- Understand
- Apply
- Analyse
- Evaluate
- Create
Built for Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in IT (QCF)
77 units in this credential, in the order it lists them, awarded by Pearson Education Ltd.
- 2D Animation Production
- 3D Modelling
- Business Resources
- Cisco CCNP Route
- Cisco CCNP Switch
- Cisco CCNP Troubleshooting
and 71 more in the full unit list below.
One to one, not one to many
No two people run this the same way
A course is written once and handed to everyone. This is assembled around you, and keeps changing as it learns you. Five things it reads, and what each one changes.
- Your actual work Every unit is taught against a live piece of your own work, not a worked example from a textbook.
- What you already know The first conversation finds your starting point, so you skip what you can already do and spend the time on what you cannot.
- The conditions you learn under Not a learning-styles quiz. The evidence does not support those. The dimensions the research does back, read once and used to shape the plan.
- How far you got last time It picks up mid-thought. The tutor knows what you said, what you struggled with, and what it asked you to try.
- Which tutor suits the moment Twelve of them, each for a different kind of thinking. The one who walks you through a first idea is not the one who stress-tests it.
See how you learn, free. Eight questions, no sign-up. A directional taster; the diagnostic inside Zavmo goes deeper and keeps adapting.
Why it sticks
Most courses stop at remembering
There’s a well-known ladder of how deeply you learn something, called Bloom’s Taxonomy. Most courses get you up the first two rungs: you remember some facts, you pass a test, you forget it. Real skill lives at the top. Judging, deciding, creating. And this isn’t a generic ladder: every rung has a named Zavmo tutor who walks you up it.
- 6CreateThe Creative Catalyst
- 5EvaluateThe Evidence Evaluator
- 4AnalyseThe Analyst
- 3ApplyThe Coach
- 2UnderstandThe Connector
- 1RememberThe Builder
Where most courses leave you Where Zavmo takes you
The value
Why the companion is worth £70 a month
You’re not paying for the units. They’re regulated, and the same wherever you earn them. You’re paying for the one thing that decides whether you actually get there: a companion that makes them stick, on your real work.
That is one-to-one on this qualification, every day, on the work you already do, for £70 a month. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it. Billed monthly, cancel any time and billing stops.
Earned on your own work, taught to the top.
Everything you just read, learned one-to-one on the job you already do. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it.
Build my plan, freeNo card. See how this qualification maps onto your role and meet the tutors who’d teach it, free. The learning begins when you subscribe. It’s £70 a month, billed monthly. Cancel any time and billing stops.