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Digital : IT Fundamentals Level 2

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Getting Ahead

Digital : IT Fundamentals Level 2 Cambridge Technical Diploma at South Downs Campus

Get ahead, ready to start your Pre-T Level course (Level 2) in IT Fundamentals. The focus of this course is to provide the necessary practical skills for you to pursue a variety of careers in the IT industry. As a one year programme of study, it can also prepare you for entry on to one of our full T Level courses in software design and development or IT infrastructure.

These activities and areas of research will give you some insight into Python programming, website development and the future of information technology. The curriculum places a strong emphasis on Mathematics, English, and Industry skills, complemented by a one-week work experience, and highlights key units such as Programming, Cloud Computing, Computer Systems, Industry-Based Projects, Cyber Security, Networking, and Employment Skills.

Did you know? Alexa and Siri are always listening to your conversations. They store your dialogue history in the cloud to improve your experience.

Finding a security bug in Facebook’s code will pay off. Facebook pays a minimum of $500 for reporting any vulnerability in their security.

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  • Sign up (for free) for an online course at Codecademy and begin learning this versatile language.
  • Put your programming skills to the test by using Replit, a collaborative browser-based coding environment.
  • Check out web design using interactive tools such as Wix or Google Sites.

Use the links below to create a 300-word report predicting the top five artificial intelligence developments for 2025. Consider the benefits, drawbacks, social impact and ethics of each application.

Geeks for Geeks – Top 5 AI Predictions in 2020
Technology in 2025: Prepare for the fourth industrial revolution

What is Python?

5 Website Design Hints – Web Design Tutorial for Beginners

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