Welcome to the computing Science Department.
The aim of our department is to provide an understanding of the technologies that are needed in the digital world and to develop problem solving skills.
- creating a positive ethos in the department.
- having high expectations so that each student can achieve their full potential.
- encouraging Respect, Equality & Determination
- encouraging an understanding of the role and impact that computing science has in influencing our environment and society.
- Participating in exciting Interdisciplinary Projects
Computing Science Department Staff
Ms N West (Faculty Head)
Mr R Ritchie
Courses Taught
S1 will be focusing on our new and exciting course covering Digital Literacy and ICT Skills. Pupils will attend 1 period a week. Our new term will see pupils also attend Computing Science 1 period a week also.
S2 pupils come to our dept for Digital Literacy 2 periods a week. This covers Level 3 Computing Science, ICT and Business outcomes.
S3 will cover level 4 Computing Science and will attend 3 times a week.
S4 will progress in to National 4 or National 5 Computing Science. They will attend this subject 5 times a week.
Higher Computing Science is on offer at Senior Level. This is covered over 6 periods a week.
Cyber Security is offered to S3’s through DYW. They will have the opportunity to study Ethical Hacking, Digital Forensics and Data Security. This can lead on to Level 4 and Level 5 Cyber Security
Useful Links
@AuchenharvieComputing Department video page
