Field Computing and Information Technology
Review of Computing unit standards
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Subfield |
Domain |
ID |
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Computing |
Computer Support |
18750, 29798, 29810 |
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Generic Computing |
2797, 5968, 18756, 29785-29797, 29799-29809, 29811, 29812, 29814-29816 |
|
|
Software Development -Programming |
18741, 29813 |
National Qualifications Services (NQS) and Toi Mai Workforce Development Council have completed the review of the 37 Level 3 and 4 Computing unit standards listed above, with those proposed to expire in bold.
Date new versions published April 2022
Planned review date December 2026
Summary
The review was undertaken in line with the 2021 scheduled review cycle and included all 75 current Computing standards split into two sets. This set included 37 Computing unit standards at Levels 3 and 4, including those aligned to meet the requirements of the following New Zealand qualifications:
· NZ Certificate in Computing (Intermediate User) (Level 3) [Ref: 2592]
· NZ Certificate in Computing (Advanced User) (Level 4) [Ref: 2593]
· NZ Certificate in Information Technology Essentials (Level 4) [Ref: 2594]
The other set included 38 current Computing unit standards at Levels 1-5 with a focus on Level 1 and 2 standards, plus standards expiring at Levels 3-5 without replacement. Current and future demand for computing unit standards was explored, and it was noted that there was no or low usage reported for the Level 4 qualification [Ref: 2594] specific unit standards between 2018-2020. However it was considered prudent to maintain the suite of standards that align with the reviewed qualification during the transition phase to the Toi Mai Workforce Development Council (WDC).
From November 2020 to July 2021, a panel with the necessary IT and computing skills and experience with target learners, programme development and unit standards assessment met to review the standards. The project was further informed by pre-review stakeholder feedback, and input from the e-network during the review process.
Key stakeholders and organisations with consent to assess had the opportunity to review the standards and offer feedback. The proposed standards were available to the stakeholder network for consultation and endorsement August-September 2021. All feedback was considered and actioned where appropriate.
Main changes
· Guidance information, outcomes, and performance criteria were updated to reflect terminology used in the current template, to better align the standards with the reviewed qualifications, updated legislation and current practice, and to ensure they remain relevant and current.
· Ten standards had titles changed to better align with and reflect the intent of the reviewed qualifications and current practice.
· Seven standards had credits increased and one standard had credits reduced to better reflect complexity of current knowledge and skill requirements and practice, and to align with the reviewed qualifications.
· Eight new standards were developed as a result of combining and replacing existing standards and to better reflect the graduate outcomes of the reviewed Level 3-4 qualifications and current practice.
· Six standards were designated expiring without replacement (Category D), as they were no longer relevant, fit for purpose or duplicated content in new or current standards, or no longer aligned with the reviewed qualification [Ref: 2594].
· Three standards were designated expiring with replacement standards (Category C).
Category C and D unit standards will expire at the end of December 2024
Impact on existing organisations with consent to assess
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Current consent for |
Consent extended to |
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|
Nature of consent |
Classification or ID |
Level |
Nature of consent |
Classification or ID |
Level |
|
Standard |
2797 |
3 |
Standard |
32941 |
3 |
|
Standard |
18756 |
3 |
Standard |
32942 |
3 |
|
Standard |
29813 |
4 |
Standard |
32946 |
4 |
Impact on Consent and Moderation Requirements (CMR)
All Category B standards were moved to CMR 0099 from CMR 0113 and CMR 226.
Detailed list of unit standards – classification, title, level, and credits
All changes are in bold.
|
Key to review category |
|
|
A |
Dates changed, but no other changes are made - the new version of the standard carries the same ID and a new version number |
|
B |
Changes made, but the overall outcome remains the same - the new version of the standard carries the same ID and a new version number |
|
C |
Major changes that necessitate the registration of a replacement standard with a new ID |
|
D |
Standard will expire and not be replaced |
Computing and Information Technology > Computing > Computer Support
|
ID |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
|
18750 |
Produce a learner focused electronic training package for organisation use Produce an interactive electronic training package for organisational use |
3 |
5 |
B |
|
29798 |
Troubleshoot, fix and escalate a range of common hardware and software problems |
3 |
3 |
B |
|
29810 |
Apply essential IT technical knowledge and concepts to provide support of a computer's hardware, software and network |
4 |
10 |
D |
|
32943 |
Apply IT technical knowledge and professional practice to provide support of a computer’s hardware, software and network |
4 |
15 |
New |
Computing and Information Technology > Computing > Generic Computing
|
ID |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
|
2797
32941 |
Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of computer networks Demonstrate and apply knowledge of the principles of computer networks |
3
3 |
4
5 |
C |
|
5968 |
Discuss the social implications of information technology |
3 |
3 |
B |
|
18756
32942 |
Use and maintain a computer database for business reporting and decision making Use and maintain a computer database to meet organisational requirements |
3
3 |
3
3 |
C
|
|
29785 |
Use a word processing application to integrate images, spreadsheet and database data into documents |
3 |
4 5 |
B |
|
29786 |
Produce a spreadsheet for organisational use |
3 |
3 5 |
B |
|
29787 |
Produce and use a database to provide a solution for organisational use Produce and use a relational database to provide a solution for organisational use |
3 |
3
5 |
B |
|
29788 |
Develop and evaluate an interactive website for organisational use Develop, test, and evaluate an interactive website for organisational use |
3 |
5 |
B |
|
29789 |
Use a presentation application to produce an interactive multimedia presentation |
3 |
3 |
B |
|
29790 |
Apply digital tools to create and monitor a project plan Use digital tools to create and monitor a project plan |
3 |
3 |
B |
|
29791 |
Capture and prepare digital media for integration into other applications |
3 |
2 |
B |
|
29792 |
Use a desktop publishing application to produce documents |
3 |
4 |
B |
|
29793 |
Investigate, plan, design and create digital outcome solutions to meet the requirements of a specified brief |
3 |
5 |
B |
|
29794 |
Implement security solutions when using digital tools Describe risks and implement security solutions when using digital tools |
3 |
5 |
B |
|
29795 |
Apply ethical behaviour when using digital tools |
3 |
5 |
B |
|
29796 |
Collaborate effectively with others in a digital environment Collaborate and communicate with others effectively and safely in a digital environment |
3 |
7 |
B |
|
29797 |
Synchronise data across digital devices and multiple platforms |
3 |
2 |
B |
|
29799 |
Apply advanced word processing features and functions to produce complex documents |
4 |
4 5 |
B |
|
29800 |
Apply advanced spreadsheet features and functions to meet the requirements of a brief |
4 |
4 5 |
B |
|
29801 |
Plan, produce and deliver an interactive multimedia presentation using digital tools to meet requirements of a brief Plan, create, test and implement an interactive multimedia product to meet the requirements of a brief |
4 |
3
5 |
B |
|
29802 |
Produce and use a relational database to address an organisational information system need |
4 |
6
5 |
B |
|
29803 |
Use a desktop publishing application to produce documents integrating media for a stakeholder Use a desktop publishing application to produce documents integrating media for a client |
4 |
3
5 |
B |
|
29804 |
Develop and evaluate an interactive website for a stakeholder Develop and evaluate an interactive website for a client |
4 |
5
|
B |
|
29805 |
Design and create an integrated digital solution to meet the requirements of a specified brief |
4 |
5 |
B |
|
29806 |
Use digital tools and critical thinking to analyse data and identify solutions to problems |
4 |
10 |
B |
|
29807 |
Communicate professionally in a range of digital contexts, to maintain relationships and achieve objectives |
4 |
3 |
B |
|
29808 |
Use digital technologies and systems securely, legally and ethically to gather, store, access and share information |
4 |
5 |
B |
|
29809 |
Investigate current and emerging trends in the use of digital tools to support operational efficiency and effectiveness |
4 |
5 |
B |
|
29811 |
Describe the role of information systems and information technology in organisations |
4 |
4 |
D |
|
29812 |
Apply knowledge and concepts of web design and scripting to plan, create and test an interactive user interface |
4 |
10 |
D |
|
29814 |
Apply and evaluate digital tools to support the development and implementation of an IT project |
4 |
10 |
D |
|
29815 |
Describe professional and ethical principles and practices, and comply with legal and organisational IT requirements |
4 |
5 |
D |
|
29816 |
Communicate information and maintain relationships in an IT context |
4 |
5 |
D |
|
32939 |
Maintain, update, test, and evaluate an interactive website for organisational use |
3 |
4 |
New |
|
32940 |
Demonstrate the application of new skills achieved with self-directed learning in a digital context |
3 |
3 |
New |
|
32944 |
Design, develop and test a relational database solution using professional practice and project management methodologies |
4 |
15 |
New |
|
32945 |
Apply knowledge of business analysis, user experience and interface design, to create and test interactive digital media |
4 |
15 |
New |
Computing and Information Technology > Computing > Software Development - Programming
|
ID |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
|
18741 |
Create a computer program to provide a solution to a problem |
3 |
6 |
B |
|
29813
32946 |
Apply essential knowledge and concepts of software development to create a program Apply knowledge and concepts of software development to create applications |
4
4 |
10
15 |
C |