For Pass standard , learners will research at least two potential solutions to an IT
problem on a given theme. The research will be patchy in some areas, it may not support
all the solutions given and at least one solution may not be realistic. The evidence will
scope out the solutions and may include benefits, diagrams, storyboards, flow charts
and other technical information.
The feasibility study will assess each of the alternative solutions in turn and cover the
associated risks and constraints. The study will be supported by the research, although
the depth and breadth of evidence will be inconsistent across the two solutions and the
study will not contain enough criteria to make an informed decision on which solution to
develop. A preferred solution will be selected. For example, as part of a simulated IT
project, learners may have mistakenly suggested a project is feasible based on the
amount of potential profit from the project, ignoring the lack of experience and
resources available.
Learners will implement either their preferred solution or a simulated IT project
through the life cycle stages of planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and using
an appropriate methodology. They will deliver the project management processes
such as planning, risk and issue management, and monitoring and controlling quality.
They should suggest solutions to any problems that occur during the project. Although
there will be evidence of a range of project management processes being used, there
will be some inconsistencies and/or omissions in their use. For example, as part of a
simulated IT project, learners’ project plans may not be updated at appropriate times
during the project and so was not used to monitor and control timely implementation
of the project.
Overall, the evidence will be well structured, with some use of appropriate technical
language, although there may be some inaccuracies with terms used. Some parts of the
evidence may be considered in greater depth than others.