EXAMINED USING 9-1 GRADES EXAM BOARD: OCR SYLLABUS NUMBER: J277 ASSESSMENT: 100% EXAMINATION
COMPUTER SCIENCE CGA PATHWAY
WHAT WILL I LEARN? This course is relevant to the modern and changing world of computer science. It is a practical subject applying the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom to real world problems. It is a creative subject involving invention and excitement. This qualification values computational thinking and provides a good grounding for other subject areas that require this skill. The course consists of three units of work over the two years. Unit 1: Computer Systems (Exam) Systems architecture; memory and storage; computer networks; connections and protocols; network security; systems software; ethical, legal, cultural and environmental impacts of digital technology.
Unit 2: Computational Thinking, Algorithms & Programming (Exam) Algorithms; programming fundamentals; producing robust programs; Boolean logic; programming languages and integrated development environments. Unit 3: Programming Project (non-exam assessment) Programming techniques; design and development; effectiveness and efficiency; technical understanding; testing, evaluation and conclusions.
TO BE SUCCESSFUL YOU NEED TO: • enjoy practical work on a computer, skills building and learning to programme. • be able to meet deadlines. • enjoy mathematical problem solving.
• be highly motivated and work independently.
KS5:
A-level Computing, BTEC Digital Media (single A level)
HIGHER EDUCATION: University
An A-level in computing is useful for courses in computing and the technology sector.
FOR MORE INFORMATION SPEAK TO:
• attend computing clubs to support your learning.
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