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Updated on: 29-04-2024 Programmable devices are already used in numerous systems and products, such as car engine control, wearable and health technology products, environmental control and process control systems. A microcontroller is a popular programmable device it contains all the internal components of a computer on a single chip and runs a stored computer program to achieve the intended purpose. The advantages of microcontrollers are that they are cheap, small, have low power consumption, are readily available and can be programmed to control products and systems, making them economical for developing products and systems. Microcontrollers and their programs form an important part of the rapidly growing ‘Internet of Things’ (IoT), a network of billions of interconnected physical objects, which is bringing the next information revolution with it. In this unit, you will investigate how microcontrollers are applied to solve engineering problems and learn how to program or code them. You will explore the hardware used to create a physical microcontroller system or product and consider the interfacing between the microcontroller and the input/output devices. You will develop an understanding of the constructs (instructions or commands) used to program a microcontroller and how to represent both hardware and logical instructions in diagrammatic format. You will design and develop a prototype microcontroller system to solve a problem. As technology trends evolve, there is an increasing demand for more complex, connected systems that interact seamlessly, providing enhanced features and benefits for customers. It is important for all types of engineer to understand how physical systems are developed. This will involve gaining knowledge, understanding and practical skills that are transferable to many other programmable devices, such as programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and/or computers, such as the Raspberry Pi™, as well as developing computer programs and apps. This unit will help prepare you for an engineering apprenticeship, engineering courses in higher education and for technician-level roles in a variety of engineering sectors.

Updated on: 15-12-2025 Programmable devices are already used in numerous systems and products, such as car engine control, wearable and health technology products, environmental control and process control systems. A microcontroller is a popular programmable device it contains all the internal components of a computer on a single chip and runs a stored computer program to achieve the intended purpose. The advantages of microcontrollers are that they are cheap, small, have low power consumption, are readily available and can be programmed to control products and systems, making them economical for developing products and systems. Microcontrollers and their programs form an important part of the rapidly growing ‘Internet of Things’ (IoT), a network of billions of interconnected physical objects, which is bringing the next information revolution with it. In this unit, you will investigate how microcontrollers are applied to solve engineering problems and learn how to program or code them. You will explore the hardware used to create a physical microcontroller system or product and consider the interfacing between the microcontroller and the input/output devices. You will develop an understanding of the constructs (instructions or commands) used to program a microcontroller and how to represent both hardware and logical instructions in diagrammatic format. You will design and develop a prototype microcontroller system to solve a problem. As technology trends evolve, there is an increasing demand for more complex, connected systems that interact seamlessly, providing enhanced features and benefits for customers. It is important for all types of engineer to understand how physical systems are developed. This will involve gaining knowledge, understanding and practical skills that are transferable to many other programmable devices, such as programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and/or computers, such as the Raspberry Pi™, as well as developing computer programs and apps. This unit will help prepare you for an engineering apprenticeship, engineering courses in higher education and for technician-level roles in a variety of engineering sectors.

Updated on: 01/12/2023 Programmable devices are already used in numerous systems and products, such as car engine control, wearable and health technology products, environmental control and process control systems. A microcontroller is a popular programmable device it contains all the internal components of a computer on a single chip and runs a stored computer program to achieve the intended purpose. The advantages of microcontrollers are that they are cheap, small, have low power consumption, are readily available and can be programmed to control products and systems, making them economical for developing products and systems. Microcontrollers and their programs form an important part of the rapidly growing ‘Internet of Things’ (IoT), a network of billions of interconnected physical objects, which is bringing the next information revolution with it. In this unit, you will investigate how microcontrollers are applied to solve engineering problems and learn how to program or code them. You will explore the hardware used to create a physical microcontroller system or product and consider the interfacing between the microcontroller and the input/output devices. You will develop an understanding of the constructs (instructions or commands) used to program a microcontroller and how to represent both hardware and logical instructions in diagrammatic format. You will design and develop a prototype microcontroller system to solve a problem. As technology trends evolve, there is an increasing demand for more complex, connected systems that interact seamlessly, providing enhanced features and benefits for customers. It is important for all types of engineer to understand how physical systems are developed. This will involve gaining knowledge, understanding and practical skills that are transferable to many other programmable devices, such as programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and/or computers, such as the Raspberry Pi™, as well as developing computer programs and apps. This unit will help prepare you for an engineering apprenticeship, engineering courses in higher education and for technician-level roles in a variety of engineering sectors.

Updated on: 16-12-2025 This unit is assessed through a Pearson-set assignment. The project brief will be set by the centre, based on a theme provided by Pearson (this will change annually). The theme and chosen project within the theme will enable students to explore and examine a relevant and current topical aspect of computing in the context of a business environment. As computing systems and technologies continually develop so do the ways in which businesses utilise technologies to support their operations and remain competitive. As a computing professional it is important to understand the ways in which technology evolves and how it can be utilised in different sectors. The aim of this unit is to give students an opportunity to demonstrate the research skills required for developing a deeper understanding of a subject and the ability to use evidence to inform decisions. Students will undertake independent research, and investigation of a theme set by Pearson. Students will also investigate and research an industry sector as outlined in the centre-set project brief. Students will use the outcomes of their research to help them plan a computer-based project and to support recommendations for how the identified business could utilise the tools and technologies identified as part of their research. On successful completion of this unit, students will have the confidence to engage in decision making, problem solving, research activities and project planning tasks. They will have the fundamental knowledge and skills that will enable them to investigate and examine relevant computing concepts in a work-related context, determine appropriate outcomes, decisions or solutions and present evidence to various stakeholders in an acceptable and understandable format

Updated on: 26-03-2026 This unit is assessed through a Pearson-set assignment. The project brief will be set by the centre, based on a theme provided by Pearson (this will change annually). The theme and chosen project within the theme will enable students to explore and examine a relevant and current topical aspect of computing in the context of a business environment. As computing systems and technologies continually develop so do the ways in which businesses utilise technologies to support their operations and remain competitive. As a computing professional it is important to understand the ways in which technology evolves and how it can be utilised in different sectors. The aim of this unit is to give students an opportunity to demonstrate the research skills required for developing a deeper understanding of a subject and the ability to use evidence to inform decisions. Students will undertake independent research, and investigation of a theme set by Pearson. Students will also investigate and research an industry sector as outlined in the centre-set project brief. Students will use the outcomes of their research to help them plan a computer-based project and to support recommendations for how the identified business could utilise the tools and technologies identified as part of their research. On successful completion of this unit, students will have the confidence to engage in decision making, problem solving, research activities and project planning tasks. They will have the fundamental knowledge and skills that will enable them to investigate and examine relevant computing concepts in a work-related context, determine appropriate outcomes, decisions or solutions and present evidence to various stakeholders in an acceptable and understandable format

Updated on: 11/09/2024 This unit is assessed through a Pearson-set assignment. The project brief will be set by the centre, based on a theme provided by Pearson (this will change annually). The theme and chosen project within the theme will enable students to explore and examine a relevant and current topical aspect of computing in the context of a business environment. As computing systems and technologies continually develop so do the ways in which businesses utilise technologies to support their operations and remain competitive. As a computing professional it is important to understand the ways in which technology evolves and how it can be utilised in different sectors. The aim of this unit is to give students an opportunity to demonstrate the research skills required for developing a deeper understanding of a subject and the ability to use evidence to inform decisions. Students will undertake independent research, and investigation of a theme set by Pearson. Students will also investigate and research an industry sector as outlined in the centre-set project brief. Students will use the outcomes of their research to help them plan a computer-based project and to support recommendations for how the identified business could utilise the tools and technologies identified as part of their research. On successful completion of this unit, students will have the confidence to engage in decision making, problem solving, research activities and project planning tasks. They will have the fundamental knowledge and skills that will enable them to investigate and examine relevant computing concepts in a work-related context, determine appropriate outcomes, decisions or solutions and present evidence to various stakeholders in an acceptable and understandable format

Updated on: 28-08-2025 Managers are vital to the running of any business; they shape and influence business through their leadership and managerial performance. In this unit, you will examine how businesses adapt their approaches to management in response to challenges in the internal and external business environment. You will gain an understanding of how the implementation of different leadership styles and theories can impact on the workplace. Depending on their roles and responsibilities, managers need to develop skill sets that enable them to work effectively in areas such as the management and motivation of people, financial resources, quality management, and the management of change. You will investigate some of the issues that managers and leaders have to deal with in the workplace in making businesses more efficient and ensuring their survival and growth. This unit will help you to progress to employment by considering a career working in supervision and management, and/or to vocational training. Additionally, you might move on to related higher education having developed a knowledge and understanding of management.

Updated on: 01/12/2023 Managers are vital to the running of any business; they shape and influence business through their leadership and managerial performance. In this unit, you will examine how businesses adapt their approaches to management in response to challenges in the internal and external business environment. You will gain an understanding of how the implementation of different leadership styles and theories can impact on the workplace. Depending on their roles and responsibilities, managers need to develop skill sets that enable them to work effectively in areas such as the management and motivation of people, financial resources, quality management, and the management of change. You will investigate some of the issues that managers and leaders have to deal with in the workplace in making businesses more efficient and ensuring their survival and growth. This unit will help you to progress to employment by considering a career working in supervision and management, and/or to vocational training. Additionally, you might move on to related higher education having developed a knowledge and understanding of management.

Updated on: 01/12/2023 Managers are vital to the running of any business; they shape and influence business through their leadership and managerial performance. In this unit, you will examine how businesses adapt their approaches to management in response to challenges in the internal and external business environment. You will gain an understanding of how the implementation of different leadership styles and theories can impact on the workplace. Depending on their roles and responsibilities, managers need to develop skill sets that enable them to work effectively in areas such as the management and motivation of people, financial resources, quality management, and the management of change. You will investigate some of the issues that managers and leaders have to deal with in the workplace in making businesses more efficient and ensuring their survival and growth. This unit will help you to progress to employment by considering a career working in supervision and management, and/or to vocational training. Additionally, you might move on to related higher education having developed a knowledge and understanding of management.