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Intent | Computers and the Internet are integral aspects of modern life. We are surrounded by, and often reliant on, devices that have computing power at their core. From governments and multi-national businesses to local enterprises and individuals, we rely on computer networks and software to keep the global economy running. Studying computing will enable students to develop a range of knowledge and skills necessary for success in the modern world. This course combines the key concepts Of Computer Science, Digital Literacy and Digital Citizenship to provide a holistic programme of study.
Pupils will develop their experience of industry standard software packages to ensure that they are prepared for Working in an increasingly digitized world. Computer science allows pupils to develop their understanding of how computers work and how data is transmitted. The digital world is full of potential but only if pupils are responsible and aware of potential risks to their information. In ICT we develop their understating of being a responsible digital citizen by developing an awareness of E-safety, identifying and dealing with potential issues such as cyberbullying, cyber security and netiquette. |
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7 | 8 | 9 | 10 (DIT BTec) | 11 (DIT BTec) | |
Topics | -ICT Induction
-About Me -Presenting PowerPoints -Introducing Spreadsheets -Desktop Publishing and Graphic Design |
-Spreadsheets and Data Dashboards
-Cybersecurity and E-safety -Digital Content Creation: Graphic Design |
-Networking and Web Design
-Computer science -KS3 Project – Creating a Game |
-Creating effective User Interfaces
-Effective Working Practices |
-Presenting and Manipulating Data
-Effective Working Practices |
Homework | 2 X Homework per half term: Quiz accessed via Teams
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2 X Homework per half term: Quiz accessed via Teams
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2 X Homework per half term: Quiz accessed via Teams
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Revision based question practice accessed via Teams
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Revision based question practice accessed via Teams
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Careers
IT qualifications provide pupils with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. When it comes to potential careers, there are a plethora of opportunities because these skills are transferrable.
Career options could include:
- Web designer
- Systems analyst
- Computer games developer
- User experience developer
- Working in digital technology (a rapidly expanding industry)
People who study ICT and computing could also look for employment in the following: media: broadcast engineer, multimedia broadcaster, sound technician); the military (armed forces technical officer, intelligence officer, satellite technician) the financial sector (credit analyst, commodity broker, financial risk analyst).