Unit Award Scheme

demonstrated the ability to

1. use the correct procedures to start and shut down an ICT system

2. use at least one input device and one output device correctly

3. use at least one software application to solve a given problem

4. recognise and use at least two interface features, eg icons, menus

5. change at least one simple software setting, eg a password

6. open and save at least one file and insert and remove at least one type of media

7. minimise at least five types of physical stress whilst working with ICT

8. search stored information and a web-based source of information on at least one occasion

9. enter, edit and format at least one piece of information, including text, graphics, numbers or other digital content

10. insert and position graphics or other digital content to achieve a purpose on at least one occasion

11. process or manipulate at least two numbers to meet a given need

12. bring together at least two pieces of information for viewing on screen and printing

13. check at least one piece of information for accuracy, meaning and suitability for a given purpose

14. select a contact to communicate with and receive, read and send an electronic message

15. identify at least one reason to stay safe and to respect others when using ICT-based communication.