The Internet and World Wide Web

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Entry Level 3
Unit No:
L/502/0190
Credits:
1
Guided learning hours:
5 hours

Assessment Guidance

IT User Assessment Strategy available from www.e-skills.com
Assessment can be undertaken through:
• multiple choice questions to cover understanding and underpinning knowledge

For the full unit details, please download the latest version of the qualification specification. This is available for download on the relevant qualifications page.

Unit Learning Outcomes

To view the assessment criteria and any additional content, please expand the relevant learning outcome below.

1 — IWWE:1 Understand the basics of the Internet

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Describe the uses of the Internet
  • 1.2
    Identify the requirements for an Internet connection
  • 1.3
    Identify the features of two types of Internet connections
  • 1.4
    Relate the term bandwidth to types of Internet connections
2 — IWWE:2 Understand the basics of the World Wide Web

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Describe the components of the Web
  • 2.2
    Explain how Web addresses work
  • 2.3
    Explore Web sites by using a browser
  • 2.4
    Search for reliable information on the Web
  • 2.5
    Explain how to perform transactions over the Web
3 — IWWE:3 Understand the basics of using e-mail

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Explain how e-mail works
  • 3.2
    Write and send e-mail messages
  • 3.3
    Manage e-mail messages
  • 3.4
    Identify correct e-mail etiquette
4 — IWWE:4 Understand other methods of communicating on the Internet

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Identify the features of online communities
  • 4.2
    Explain how instant messaging works
  • 4.3
    Explain how to create and publish Web pages