KS4 · Pearson BTEC Level 1/Level 2 Tech Award · 603/7050/6

Digital Information Technology Revision

Design usable interfaces, turn data into useful information and explain effective digital working practices.

Revision topics

10 topics
DIT1

Interfaces and audience needs

Interfaces on different devices, hardware constraints and accessible choices for different users.

Component 1 · Internal assignmentRevise topic →
DIT2

Designing usable interfaces

Design principles, feedback, navigation and efficient interaction.

Component 1 · Internal assignmentRevise topic →
DIT3

Planning developing and reviewing a prototype

Project proposals, schedules, prototype development and evidence-based review.

Component 1 · Internal assignmentRevise topic →
DIT4

Collecting trustworthy data

Data and information, collection, validation, quality and effects on individuals.

Component 2 · Internal assignmentRevise topic →
DIT5

Processing data with spreadsheets

Worked spreadsheet methods, conditional functions, lookups, automation and linked data.

Component 2 · Internal assignmentRevise topic →
DIT6

Dashboards interpretation and review

Interactive summaries, charts and supported conclusions without misleading presentation.

Component 2 · Internal assignmentRevise topic →
DIT7

Modern technologies and working teams

Networks, cloud services, collaboration and effects on organisations and people.

Component 3 · External assessmentRevise topic →
DIT8

Cyber security and recovery

Threat mechanisms, layered protections, security policies and recovery.

Component 3 · External assessmentRevise topic →
DIT9

Responsible legal and ethical digital use

Data sharing, sustainability, access, privacy, intellectual property and acceptable use.

Component 3 · External assessmentRevise topic →
DIT10

Communicating systems with diagrams

Interpreting and creating data flows, flowcharts, system diagrams and written explanations.

Component 3 · External assessmentRevise topic →

Learning and assessment

Component 1 covers Exploring User Interface Design Principles and Project Planning Techniques. Component 2 covers Collecting, Presenting and Interpreting Data. Each contributes 30% and is internally assessed using a Pearson-set assignment, with external moderation. Pearson releases new assignments twice a year; use the current series supplied by your teacher.

Component 3, Effective Digital Working Practices, contributes 40% and is externally assessed through a 60-mark examination lasting 1 hour 30 minutes. Apply knowledge to unfamiliar vocational contexts and combine ideas across the course.

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