Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

New CLAIT: ITQ level 1 (for deaf people)

Gain confidence in your computer skills; learn different software packages and work towards the OCR ITQ Level 1 Award of ITQ Level 1 Certificate (based on the number of units you achieve).

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Key course information

Dates
05/09/11 - 02/07/12

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
36 weeks

Time
14:00 - 17:00

Fees
Full fee: £283
Senior fee: £194

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
YC105*

Availability
Contact department

No concessionary fees are available as the limit has been reached.

This course has started

It may still be possible to enrol. Please call 020 7831 7831 to discuss. Please note that you will have missed some of the course content and it may not be possible for the tutor to fully cover this with you.

Course outline

What is the course about?

This course gives you the opportunity to improve your computing skills and IT knowledge, learn new software and gain a recognised qualification awarded by OCR. The ITQ Level 1 qualification is based on OCR's New CLAIT (Computer Literacy and Information Technology) certificate.

What topics will we cover?

Three units from:

Word processing software.
Spreadsheets software.
Presentation software.
Desktop publishing software.
Improving Productivity using IT @ level 1

Topics covered will depend on the progress you make and any prior knowledge.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Use word processing software to produce documents, letters and posters.
Use the spreadsheet to perform calculations and create charts.
Use presentation software to create a slide presentation.
Use desktop publisher to create a newspaper or magazine page.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

You need to be able to use a mouse and keyboard and be familiar with basic computing software such as word processing. You should also have entry level 2 skills, or a certificate in Numeracy, or English at entry level 2.

You should already be able to:
Understand simple English instructions.
Add numbers up to 100.
Subtract two-digit numbers.
Multiply single digit numbers.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Most work is practical and individualised, with demonstrations of new software and techniques. Teaching of new material is carried out individually, or in small groups, depending on learners' needs. Classes are taught in sign language, and written Engish

You will need to practise outside the classroom.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

The non-refundable examination fee is included in the course fees.

You will need a memory stick which can be purchased at the college, or provided via the Learner Support fund (if applicable).

If you have a low income, or are receiving means tested benefits, ask the Information and Advice team about the financial assistance that may be available to you. Please contact Information and Advice on 020 7492 2500 for more information.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Continue with OCR ITQ Level 1, or progress to ECDL Level 2.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2725

Fax: 020 7492 2745

deafedu@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times for BSL and Lipreading: Wednesday 14:00 – 15:00 (term-time only) All other advice by appointment

English, maths and computing courses for Deaf people

Tel: 020 7492 2726 (voice)

Email: deafskills@citylit.ac.uk

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
05/09/11 to 02/07/12	Mon	14:00 - 17:00	36 weeks	£283	£194	N/A	YC105	Contact department	» Select
07/09/11 to 27/06/12	Wed	18:00 - 21:00	38 weeks	£283	£283	£191	YC309	Contact department	» Select

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