Using IT to Increase Productivity

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Introduction

Learn how to choose the most appropriate IT tools and systems to use for specific tasks.

– Understand the factors that can affect an IT task (such as legal guidelines and constraints)

– Learn to demonstrate the use of specific IT tools and systems and review their work approach to specific tasks to work out how this could be improved in the future going forwards to increase productivity.

Course code

OITP

Location

Varies

Duration

30 hours

Price

£TBA

Entry Requirements

Important Notice for All Course Attendees To attend and complete the course, you must bring valid photographic identification. Acceptable forms of ID include:

  • A valid UK passport
  • A full or provisional UK driving licence

Please note:
Failure to present a valid photo ID on the day may result in you being unable to complete the course. This requirement is part of our compliance procedures and is essential for verifying participant identity. Thank you for your cooperation.

Additional Entry Requirements

Important Notice for All Course Attendees To attend and complete the course, you must bring valid photographic identification. Acceptable forms of ID include:

  • A valid UK passport
  • A full or provisional UK driving licence

Please note:
Failure to present a valid photo ID on the day may result in you being unable to complete the course. This requirement is part of our compliance procedures and is essential for verifying participant identity. Thank you for your cooperation.

Course Content

Using IT to increase productivity

Section 1: Be able to plan and select which IT tools and systems are best suited to completion of an identified task

Section 2: Be able to identify any restrictions or constraints that may affect how a task can be completed using IT tools and systems

Section 3: Be able to use IT tools and systems to complete an identified task

Section 4: Be able to review approach to using IT tools and systems

Section 5: Be able to adapt their approach as a result of their experiences using IT tools and systems to complete a task

Assessments

Online assessments at the end of each section

Course Contact Details

E: openlearning@dumgal.ac.uk
T: 01387 734233

Selling Points

  • Fully online course
  • Study from anywhere, at any time
  • Perfect for an introduction or refresher in a subject
  • A great addition to a CV
  • Receive a digital e-certificate upon completion
  • Nationally recognised
  • Official CPD certified course

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