Unit 3 (21406P)
SOFTWARE CONSTRUCTS AND TOOLS
The aim of this unit is to provide students with an awareness of a wide range of problems within computing, the way that problems and solutions can be modeled and techniques to solve them. They will be introduced to the concept of a business model and will be shown how to use spreadsheets to model current and future situations. The unit also provides students with the opportunity to perform some coding: albeit within the framework of appropriate mechanisms. Although a third-generation programming language is the most appropriate, centers could consider spreadsheets, databases, 4GLs or knowledge-based expert systems as alternatives.

Unit 4 (21407P)
COMPUTING SOLUTIONS
Organisations have always depended on information to ensure success. Over the years organizations have changed their information systems from dealing purely with data processing to strategic and decision support. Managers need information to plan successfully in the short, medium and long term. It is also recognized nowadays that information is required at all levels in an organization and that information itself can have many sources. The importance of valid information in gaining competitive advantage needs to be stressed.
Students will gain an understanding of the ways in which data can be processed and the applications that support organizations. They will also be asked to evaluate the capacity of an information system to satisfy the needs of the user.

Unit 7 (21431P)
BUSINESS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IMPLEMENTATION PROJECT
The aim of this unit is to help student’s integrate the skills and knowledge they have acquired during the course to produce a computer-based solution to a realistic commercial problem.
This is a major piece of work that should demonstrate the performance expected at a Higher National level.
The problem may be work-based, college-based or student interest, but it must be developed in accordance with the unit’s frameworks and constraints.
This will develop the ability to produce an acceptable and viable solution to an agreed specification within a defined timescale and constraints.

Unit 8 (21408P)
QUALITY MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES
The unit will enable students to learn about quality assurance through the maintenance of an existing computer system. It will deal with the quality assurance and professional issues related to computer systems implementation and management.

Unit 9 (21409P)
COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
Communications systems including networks, telecommunications and digital broadcasting are pivotal to the development of modern information and transaction systems. Managers need to be involved in specifying and evaluating such systems.
This unit will provide the required knowledge to specify and manage communication networks in the light of the needs of the organization. It will also provide skills, which will enable the practitioner to make informed decisions on communication strategies in the workplace