View Unit : IT User Fundamentals

Unit

Unit Reference Number

L/502/4207

Qualification Framework

QCF

Title

IT User Fundamentals

Unit Level

Level 2

Unit Sub Level

None

Guided Learning Hours

Unit Credit Value

Date of Withdrawal

SSAs

6.2 ICT for Users

Unit Grading Structure

Pass

Assessment Guidance

See IT User Assessment Strategy available from www.e-skills.com

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Learning Outcome - The learner will:		Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1	Use IT systems to meet a variety of needs	1.1	Use correct procedures to start and shutdown an IT system
		1.2	Select and use interface features effectively to interact with IT systems
		1.3	Select and adjust system settings as appropriate to needs
		1.4	Select and use a communication service to access the Internet
		1.5	Use appropriate terminology when describing IT systems
2	Manage information storage and retrieval appropriately	2.1	Manage files and folders to enable efficient information retrieval
		2.2	Identify when and why to use different types of storage media
		2.3	Organise and store information, using general and local conventions where appropriate
3	Follow and understand the need for safety and security practices	3.1	Work safely and take steps to minimise physical stress
		3.2	Describe the danger of computer viruses, and how to minimise risk
		3.3	Keep information secure
		3.4	Explain why it is important to stay safe and to respect others when using IT-based communication
		3.5	Follow relevant guidelines and procedures for the safe and secure use of IT
4	Maintain system and troubleshoot IT system problems	4.1	Describe why routine and non-routine maintenance is important and when to carry it out
		4.2	Carry out regular routine maintenance of IT systems safely
		4.3	Identify sources of help and how to get expert advice
		4.4	Identify IT problems and take appropriate action

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