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Armstrong, Robbie4.1.1 Data, information and knowledgeThe relationship between data,

information and knowledge.Burns, Samuel4.1.1 Data, information and knowledgeThe reasons for encoding data

and the problem associated with encoding.Burridge, Matty4.1.2 The value and importance of informationThe importance of up to date,

accurate and complete information.Cass, Melissa4.1.2 The value and importance of informationThe costs in terms of money,

time and human resources to get good quality information.Collins, Luke4.1.3 Quality of informationHow information can improve the

quality of decision making. - How to find information.Davies, Sol4.1.4 Validation and verificationHow data errors occur. The purpose of verification.Dixon, Niamh4.1.4 Validation and verificationThe purpose of validation and

use of the common types. (Inc Spreadsheet and database validation)Fitzsimons, Shaun4.1.11 Database SystemsDefinition of a database Data

types. - Advantages and disadvantages of a database approach over flat filesGale, Bradley4.1.5 Capabilities and limitations of ICTAdvantages of ICT over manual

methods of processing data.Kerr, Greg4.1.5 Capabilities and limitations of ICTFactors affecting the efficiency

of data processing systems.McKay, Christopher4.1.6 Uses of ICT

Business CAD/CAMMcNicholas, Jason4.1.6 Uses of ICT

Business Computer based shopping systemsOwen, Daniel4.1.6 Uses of ICT

EducationUse of computers for Teaching

and LearningRobinson, Jessica4.1.6 Uses of ICT

EducationSchool / college administrationRoss, Jessica4.1.6 Uses of ICT

HealthScanning, life support, computer

controlled equipmentArmstrong, Robbie4.1.6 Uses of ICT

Health / HomeMedical databases Expert systemsBurns, Samuel4.1.6 Uses of ICT HomeEntertainment - Home on-line

bankingBurridge, Matty4.1.7 Presenting InformationFormats, media and audienceCass, MelissaThe use, key functions, advantages & disadvantages of:• Word processing / DTP • Presentation Collins, Luke• Web authoring • DatabasesDavies, Sol4.1.8 NetworksNetworks and standalone

computersDixon, Niamh4.1.8 NetworksLANs and WANs The Internet,

Intranet and ExtranetFitzsimons, Shaun4.1.9 Human Computer Interface (HCI)HCI requirementsGale, Bradley4.1.9 Human Computer Interface (HCI)Types of HCIKerr, Greg4.1.10 Social IssuesHealth and safety issues

associated with ICT. - Acceptable use of ICT equipment and

servicesMcKay, Christopher4.1.10 Social IssuesLegislation covering the use of

computers