New GCEs for 2008
GCE Information and Communication Technology (2520)
Introducing AQA's new course specification for Information and Communication Technology for AS and A Level. This new specification has been designed to:
- help students who wish to go on to higher education courses or employment where understanding how ICT can be used in society and business, and the implications of its use, will be a valuable asset
- offer more opportunities for practical work than the current specification.
The following information and specification outline will enable both practising Teachers and Subject Heads to be better informed and supported in the teaching of this subject, particularly if attending one of AQA's Teacher Support meetings.
Assessment Objectives
The Assessment objectives are common to AS and A Level.
AO1 - Data and information, and the need for their organisation and manipulation to facilitate effective use; using ICT for a range of purposes; social, cultural, legal, technical, ethical, economic and environmental considerations on the use of ICT; ICT for individuals, organisations and society; ICT systems (including hardware, software and communication); the development of high-quality ICT-related solutions to problems; emerging technologies and ICT
AO2 - Investigate and analyse problems and produce a specification; design effective solutions; select and use appropriate application software; test and implement an effective ICT-related system; document specifications and solutions; evaluate solutions and their own performance.
Key documents
