BTEC COMPUTING 

LO1 Examine appropriate research methodologies and approaches as part of the research process
LO2 Conduct and analyse research relevant to a computing research project
LO3 Communicate the outcomes of a research project to identified stakeholders
LO4 Reflect on the application of research methodologies and concepts.

LO1 Discuss the use of data and information to support business processes and the value they have for an identified organisation
LO2 Discuss the implications of the use of data and information to support business processes in a real-world scenario
LO3 Explore the tools and technologies associated with data science and how it supports business processes
LO4 Demonstrate the use of data science techniques to make recommendations to support real-world business problems.

LO1 Examine abstract data types, concrete data structures and algorithms
LO2 Specify abstract data types and algorithms in a formal notation
LO3 Implement complex data structures and algorithms
LO4 Assess the effectiveness of data structures and algorithms.

LO1 Examine the functions of computer system components
LO2 Discuss how data and programs can be represented within computer systems
LO3 Demonstrate the principles of processor operations
LO4 Investigate advanced computer architectures and performance

LO1 Analyse different types of database management systems
LO2 Design a database management system using a relational model to meet client requirements
LO3 Develop a database management system using a suitable platform
LO4 Demonstrate the system administration and management tools available on the chosen platform.

LO1 Investigate different operating systems, their functions and user interfaces LO2 Explore the processes managed by an operating system LO3 Demonstrate the use of DOS, Windows, UNIX and Linux LO4 Analyse appropriate techniques and technologies used in distributed and concurrent systems.

LO1 Examine E-Commerce strategies and their impact on business organisations
LO2 Review the hardware, software, web-based and database technologies involved in setting up a secure E-commerce site
LO3 Design an E-Commerce strategy based on a given end-user requirement or specification
LO4 Implement an E-Commerce strategy based on a given end-user requirement or specification.