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Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in IT (500/9147/5)
You will be learning a lot of new skills in your LEVEL 3 course. How much do you know now? What do you need to improve on so that you can be the best for your future plans? The questionnaire that follows will give you a lot to think about and start planning. A PDP is expected for each unit. Start getting your PDPs typed up now – use eg at end of this document. Make your own headings where appropriate and THINK about the skills you will need to learn for each unit. (Units might be subject to change when I meet with you) YEAR 1 Unit 1: Communication and Employability Skills for IT CN
Unit 1: Communication and Employability Skills for IT
CN Unit 31: Computer Animation CN Unit 30: Digital Graphics CN YEAR 2 Unit 30: Digital Graphics (finishing off) CN
*??Vendor Unit: IT Essentials (part of CompTIA A+) Some elements of Unit may be covered in Year 1 subject to change
Unit 28: Website Production CN Unit 2: Computer Systems CN Unit 42 Spreadsheet Modelling CN
YEAR 12: PRE-STUDY TASK - HAND IN ON RETURN IN SEPTEMBER
New Employee — ICT Training Needs Analysis
Name……………………………….. Post held………………………………… Office………………………………... Ext. No…………………………………… Line Manager……………………….
The purpose of this questionnaire is to analyse your level of ICT competence and to identify the areas in which you might require training. Please complete the questions as accurately as possible in discussion with your line manager.
Section One: ICT Requirements of Post Holder
To assess the ICT requirements of the new employee, would you please identify the software packages that the postholder may be expected to use in order to carry out their duties and responsibilities. Program Frequently Occasionally N/A Microsoft Outlook 2002 Microsoft Word XP Microsoft Excel XP Microsoft Access XP Microsoft PowerPoint XP. Microsoft Project 2000 Visio Professional 2000
Are there any other software packages that you use? If yes, please state which: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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Which of the main computing systems have you used? …………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………. System Frequently Occasionally N/A
Comments likes/dislikes of systems used: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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…………………………….…………………………………………………………………………. If you have identified a need for training on any of the main computing systems please follow the instructions in Section 4: Training
Section Three: Software The company uses the Microsoft Office XP/WINDOWS 8 suite of programs. It is not expected that you have prior experience or knowledge of all these programs, as some of these areas may not be relevant to your post. Please disregard any section that is not applicable.
- Have you used the Microsoft Office XP/ WINDOWS 8 suite of programs (or previous version)? Yes/No
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- Have you used an Electronic Mail package before? If yes, please state which: Yes/No
………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Please circle Do you have experience of the following? Creating, sending and reading messages Yes/No Sorting and deleting messages Yes/No Sending attachments Yes/No Creating appointments, reminders and events Yes/No Scheduling meetings Yes/No Creating a contacts list Yes/No Viewing other users’ calendars or diaries Yes/No
- Have you used a Word Processing package before? If yes, please state which: Yes/No
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Do you have experience of the following? Creating new documents Yes/No Opening, saving and printing documents Yes/No Text editing and formatting Yes/No Setting page layout, margins and tabs Yes/No Headers and Footers Yes/No Drawing tools and graphics Yes/No Mailmerge Yes/No Producing tables Yes/No Use of styles Yes/No Using templates Yes/No
- Have you used a Spreadsheet package before? If yes, please state which: Yes/No
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Do you have experience of the following? Creating spreadsheets Yes/No Opening, saving and printing spreadsheets Yes/No Using workbooks and worksheets Yes/No Entering data, selecting cells and editing data Yes/No Creating formulae and functions Yes/No Inserting charts and graphics into spreadsheets Yes/No Using Excel as a database Yes/No
- Have you used a Database package before? If yes, please state which: Yes/No
Do you have experience of the following? Creating a database and working in the database window Yes/No Data entry Yes/No Creating, importing and linking tables Yes/No Selecting, copying, moving and deleting data Yes/No Finding and sorting data Yes/No Working with queries, forms and reports Yes/No Printing reports. Yes/No
- Have you used a Presentation package before? If yes, please state which: Yes/No
Do you have experience of the following? Creating, opening and saving presentations Yes/No Using pre-designed templates for your presentations Yes/No Adding and formatting text to your presentation Yes/No Making notes page and handouts Yes/No Utilising graphics within a presentation Yes/No Printing presentations Yes/No Using a computerised presentation Yes/No
Section Four: Training
- Would you benefit from further PC training in any of the areas listed above, or training on the main computing systems? Please circle Yes/No If Yes:
- discuss your training needs with your line manager;
- complete the standard Training Request form (TD2)^1 / YOUR PDP* forms
- return the Training Request form to your local Training and Development office, with a copy of this form.
If No:
- Retain this form in Section 3 of your Training and Development folder.
A range of PC training options are available. For further information, please refer to your Training and Development folder, Section 1.8.
‘A copy of the TD2 form can be found in your Training and Development folder. An electronic copy is also available in the Outlook Public Folders in the Training department/Training Forms area.
PDP – PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN EXAMPLE at end of document: TAILOR MAKE YOUR PDP form to reflect your training needs.
Written Communication Skills
Very confident Able to cope Needs attention
writing minutes
reading selling
writing or checking reports
writing letters
For example:
Skills dealing with Paperwork and Numbers
Very confident Able to cope Needs attention
keeping or organising records and files doing accounts
budgeting
dealing with letters
typing or keyboard skills
using measurements
For example:
Problem Solving skills
Very confident Able to cope Needs attention
coming up with good ideas
planning and organising things finding solutions to problems
For example:
Practical and Mechanical Skills
Very confident Able to cope Needs attention
using your hands
using tools fixing or repairing things
cooking
woodworking
sewing
building things
maintaining machines
handicrafts
For example:
NB: FOR YOUR INFORMATION
Business Networking Skills Most people share an uneasiness of walking into a group of strangers and socialising with charm and wit. Learn how to be more at ease in the networking arena and build the kind of relationships that will develop your company and take the sting out of events.
Communication Skills Training The single most important skill you have to have in business is to be able to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers. From making sure you're understood to delivering difficult messages to handling conflict, just about everyone could do with polishing their skills to become more effective communicators.
Conflict Management Many people manage conflict by avoiding it. Whether it's workplace disputes, difficult people or unresolved conflicts the thing to aim for is resolution, otherwise, what's the point? Here we help people get to the heart of the problem so they can get to the heart of the solution.
Interview Skills Training Getting the job you want is a key career and potentially life-changing time. Having some solid interview techniques and skills can make all the difference between you getting what you want or you being disappointed because once again, the interview didn’t go as well as you wanted it to.
Personal Impact Training Many of us aren't very adept at understanding the personal impact we make on others. Here you get to look at what makes an impact and how you can make the impression you want without compromising who you are.
Stress Management Training Stress makes it difficult to see the wood for the trees. If you're under pressure or you manage people who are, this programme helps you create a balanced, effective life style.
Work Life Balance Two for the Price of one. Striking the right balance between Work and Home.
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EXAMPLE OF A PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN: What skills will you need to develop/improve on for your course? Complete the QUESTIONNAIRE ABOVE, look at the units you will cover and start typing up your PDPs for each unit.
