IT – Data Analytics (AAQ) Extended Certificate

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The Cambridge Advanced National in IT: Data Analytics Extended Certificate is ideal for students who have an interest in IT and data and want to develop a solid foundation for future study, employment, or career progression in fields that involve data analysis and information technology.

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Course Details

What does the course involve?

The Cambridge Advanced National in IT: Data Analytics Extended Certificate is ideal for students who have an interest in IT and data and want to develop a solid foundation for future study, employment, or career progression in fields that involve data analysis and information technology.

The course will equip you with the confidence to use knowledge and skills relevant for progression to undergraduate study in IT or data-related fields. It covers the fundamentals of data analytics, Big Data, data modelling with spreadsheets and databases, the Internet of Everything and digital marketing.

Specifically, this qualification would be suitable for students planning a career in data-related fields, and is well suited to those who want to explore careers in fields like AI, Big Data, or Data Visualisation, where a foundation in IT and data analytics is crucial.

Course Outline

Components of the Course

Level 3 Certificate:

Fundamentals

  • Understanding Data

  • Managing Data

  • Cross-platform access

  • Legal considerations

  • Job roles and skills

Examination – 1 hour 15 minutes

Data Modelling

  • Spreadsheet modelling principles

  • Designing a spreadsheet model

  • Creating a spreadsheet model

  • Delivering the outcomes

  • Evaluation

Coursework task set by OCR

Level 3 Extended Certificate:
Internet of Everything

  • Concepts and issues

  • Data collection

  • Data transmission

  • User interface

  • Securing devices

  • Documentation

Relational Databases

  • Concepts

  • Planning

  • Creation

  • Testing

  • Evaluation

Two coursework tasks set by OCR

Big Data and AI

  • Managing Big Data

  • Infrastructure Issues

  • Machine Learning & AI

  • Environment & Society

Examination – 1 hour 30 minutes

Exam Board

  • OCR

Entry Requirements

A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English. Preferably this should include IT or Computing but this is not essential.

Employability

This IT qualification can lead to careers such as Data Analyst, Business Analyst, Data Scientist and IT Specialist. It serves as preparation for undergraduate degrees in Data Science, Computer Science, IT Management or Business Analytics. The qualification also provides a useful foundation for subjects like economics, finance or other fields that require strong analytical and IT skills.

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    Kings Norton, Birmingham

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