ICT Level 2 - Advanced Competency in ICT Profession (Face To Face)

INTODUCTION

This level confirms a board range of competency in the Information and Communication Technology profession within a wide variety context. The individual has a considerable responsibility and autonomy in the performance of duty with minimum supervision. A considerable ability to control and or give guidance to others is required.

RECOMMENDED SUBJECT OF EXAMINATION

This level will test the intermediate knowledge and skills of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the following subjects:

1. Computer Systems for Business (Compulsory)

2. Word Processing (optional)

3. Spreadsheet Management (optional)

4. Database Management (optional)

REGISTRATION REQUIREMENT

Normally the entry requirement to the Level II higher certificate examination is a pass in level 1 certificate or holders of typist certificate por stenographer certificate or senior secondary school certificate.

STRUCTURE OF EXAMINATION

The examination consists of a compulsory paper and three (3) optional papers.

1. Computer Systems for Business (Compulsory)

2. Word processing (optional)

3. Spreadsheet management (optional)

4. Database management (optional)

Each paper is made up of sections A and B.

Candidates are to use three (3) hours for each paper

1 hour for section A and 2 hours for section B.

AWARD OF CERTIFICATE

A candidate who fails to satisfy the standards of the Council is referred in that component of the examination. To qualify for the award of a certificate, a candidate must secure a pass in computer systems for business plus and optional paper(s) of the examination

COMPUTER SYSTEMS FOR BUSINESS

This level will test the intermediate knowledge and skills of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the following subjects: Review of Level 1 topics, The Need for Computer Literacy. Computer Literacy versus Information Technology Literacy. Type of Computer Systems: Analog and Digital Computers. Computer Based Information System and the advantages of Computer Based Information Systems. Phases of Computer Based Information Systems, Computer Hardware and Software – Advanced differences between primary and secondary memory. Computing trends – connectivity, interactivity, and Digital Convergence. Computer applications – Using computers in: Educational System, Health Services, Government, Political System, Banking system. Data Representation – Number Systems: Binary (2), Octal (8), Decimal (10) and Hexadecimal (16) -Conversion from one base to another -Character representation – ASCII (American Standard Code and Information Interchange, EBCDIC (Extended Binary Coded Decimal Interchange Code) and Unicode. Basic configuration of Computer systems with emphasis on microcomputers, input Devices, Output Devices, and Devices that do both. Storage Devices – Primary Storage Devoices (Main Memory or the RAM) -Secondary Storage Devices (Hard Disk Drives, Zipped Drives, Floppy, CDs, Pen Drives, and the magnetic tape. System Software Components: - Operating system (O/S), Language Translators (Processors), Utility Programs. CS Application Software: Productivity Tools: - Word Processing Software (e.g. Note Pad, Word Pd, MS-Word, WordPerfect), Spreadsheet Software (e.g. MS-Access, Oracle), Graphics Software (e.g. Microsoft Power Point, Coral Draw, Adobe Page Marker, Paint Photoshop). Computer Networks: - Type of computer Networks (e.g. LAN, WAN, MAN), Benefits of computer network, intranet and Extranet, Network Topology and Logical Channel (e.g. Star, Bus, Ring and Mesh), Mode of data transmission (i.e. Simplex, Half Duplex and Full Duplex). Information System Analysis and Design: -The System Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Phases of SDLC (i.e. Problem Identification, Feasibility studies, System Analysis, System Design, Programming and Testing (Procedural and OOP Languages), System Implementation, Post Implementation and Review. Information Management: -Roles and Functions in the work place, Management Levels and Types of Information, Types of information {Transaction Processing System (TPS), Decision Support (DSS), Executive Information System (EIS) and Expert system (ES), Office Automation System (OAS).} Ethic, Privacy and Security: -Computer for Right Living, Computer and Privacy, Intellectual Property Rights, Computer Abuse, Security (Threat to Computer and Communication Systems, Safeguarding Computers and Communication Systems. Recent Trends in ICT.

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Prince Armstrong

I am Prince Armstrong, the driving force and CEO behind Armstrong Computers, where innovation converges with education to shape the future of technology. With a passion for creativity and a dynamic vision for the tech landscape, I lead a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Innovator at Heart, My journey in technology is a testament to my innate creativity and a relentless pursuit of innovation. At Armstrong Computers, we don't just embrace technology; we sculpt it into a canvas where every line of code is an artistic stroke, and every database is a masterpiece waiting to be unveiled. Mastery Across Disciplines, My competence spans the spectrum of technology, from the intricacies of web designing and programming to the fundamental pillars of computing and database management. It's not just about systems; it's about understanding the pulse of business technology and infusing it with a touch of graphic design elegance. I'm excited to share my knowledge and experience with you. Are you ready to learn? Let's get started

Price GH₵2,000.00 ~~GH₵2,100.00~~
Instructor Prince Armstrong
Duration 6 Months hr
Category ICT Level 2
Curriculum 1
Lectures 4
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