Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
A/502/4297
Credits:
4
Guided learning hours:
30 hours

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Connect to the Internet

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Identify different types of connection methods that can be used to access the Internet
  • 1.2
    Identify the benefits and drawbacks of the connection method used
  • 1.3
    Get online with an Internet connection
  • 1.4
    Use help facilities to solve Internet connection problems

2

Use browser software to navigate webpages effectively

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Select and use browser tools to navigate webpages
  • 2.2
    Identify when to change settings to aid navigation
  • 2.3
    Adjust browser settings to optimise performance and meet needs
  • 2.4
    Identify ways to improve the performance of a browser

3

Use browser tools to search for information from the Internet

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Select and use appropriate search techniques to locate information efficiently
  • 3.2
    Describe how well information meets requirements
  • 3.3
    Manage and use references to make it easier to find information another time
  • 3.4
    Download, organise and store different types of information from the Internet

4

Use browser software to communicate information online

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Identify opportunities to create, post or publish material to websites
  • 4.2
    Select and use appropriate tools and techniques to communicate information online
  • 4.3
    Use browser tools to share information sources with others
  • 4.4
    Submit information online

5

Understand the need for safety and security practices when working online

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Describe the threats to system performance when working online
  • 5.2
    Work responsibly and take appropriate safety and security precautions when working online
  • 5.3
    Describe the threats to information security when working online
  • 5.4
    Manage personal access to online sources securely
  • 5.5
    Describe the threats to user safety when working online
  • 5.6
    Describe how to minimise internet security risks
  • 5.7
    Apply laws, guidelines and procedures for safe and secure Internet use
  • 5.8
    Explain the importance of the relevant laws affecting Internet users