Skills Builder (Engineering & Technology)
Pearson BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Information Technology
Unlock your future potential with this course combining useful tech skills with exciting practical activities. From Animation and Game Development, to Robotics, Welding and Motor Vehicle – we have a range of skills for you to try.
Is this course right for me?
This hands-on course combines desirable IT skills with exciting and equally desirable practical activities. Discover and develop handy future skills like problem solving, communication and IT through a range of varied tasks such as website building, welding, game design, spreadsheet basics, basic car maintenance, project work, robotics and animation.
This course offers a taste of various career paths; allowing learners to explore new skills and interests that will better prepare them for the future. In engaging in diverse activities learners will gain insight into different fields, helping to discover exactly what career to pursue. Join us on this journey of exploration and creativity, and set the foundation for a future career or further studies in technology.
This course normally runs 3.5 days per week, for 28 weeks, starting in November.
What are the entry requirements?
- Two GCSEs at grade G or above (may include one relevant equivalent) to include English Language/English Literature/First Language Welsh and Mathematics/Numeracy
- You should be physically capable of completing the practical elements of this course
- Each application is considered on individual merit
Current student - what are the entry requirements?
- Not applicable
What will I learn?
Level 1 Certificate in Information Technology
- Being Organised
- Developing a Personal Progression Plan
- Creating a Website
- Creating a Computer Programme
- Developing a Digital Product
Additional Enhanced Modules (not part of Qualification)
- Welding Practical Basics
- Motor Vehicle Practical Basics
- Robotics Practical Basics
- Numeracy
- Literacy
- Working with Others
- Researching a Topic
- Esports and Games Development (to be confirmed)
- Augmented Reality (new technology activities)
- Preparing for Employment
Will I need to study additional English & Maths skills?
- the course you are taking at College
- what grades you gained in your GCSE Maths and/or English Language
If you are studying a construction/trade course (brickwork, carpentry, electrical or plumbing):
- Essential Skills Wales (ESW) in Application of Number and Communications
All other courses:
- Wales Essential Skills Toolkit (WEST) in upskilling / Lessons in Financial Education
- A one year GCSE resit course in required subject/s
- A one or two year pre-GCSE upskilling course
- A one year GCSE START upskilling course
Can I do this course in Welsh?
How will I be assessed?
- Continuous assessment during the course
- Internal assessment
What can I do next?
Learners may be able to progress onto another Level 1 or Level 2 course.
Do I need to bring/buy any equipment?
- Engineering flame retardant coveralls - £35
- Engineering safety boots - £14/£35
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
Any costs above are approximate and may change.
Are there any additional costs?
- No additional costs
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
Any costs above are approximate and may change.
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Sports Academy: While on this course you may be able to join our Sports Academy, if you have a talent for sport, find out what we offer on our Sports Academy page.
