Applying Information and Communication Technology

Worked examples (9)

• 1Match the task to the application type
• 2Classify as generic or specialised software
• 3Identify which application feature is needed
• 4Calculate efficiency: spreadsheet vs database for records
• 5Calculate time saved by mail merge
• 6Compare cost of buying separate apps vs a suite
• 7Recommend applications for a small business's tasks
• 8Explain how applications integrate with each other
• 9Evaluate whether software is fit for purpose

Worked examples (9)

• 1Distinguish data from information
• 2Identify the data type for each field
• 3Distinguish validation from verification
• 4Identify the validation check type
• 5Calculate data storage size
• 6Calculate a check digit (modulus)
• 7Explain the relationship between data, information and knowledge
• 8Explain validation and verification with examples
• 9Recommend data capture methods

Worked examples (9)

• 1Identify the application feature for each goal
• 2Identify the spreadsheet function for each task
• 3Identify the type of formatting
• 4Calculate the result of a spreadsheet formula
• 5Calculate results with absolute vs relative references
• 6Predict database query results
• 7Design a spreadsheet for a small business
• 8Explain automation features that improve efficiency
• 9Describe combining applications to complete a task

Worked examples (9)

• 1Identify the evaluation criterion being described
• 2Identify the type of test data
• 3Identify the feedback-gathering method
• 4Calculate test coverage
• 5Calculate feedback rating averages
• 6Calculate the impact of an improvement
• 7Design a test plan
• 8Evaluate whether a solution is fit for purpose
• 9Use feedback to recommend improvements