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Course Outline:
The aims of the N4 Computing Science course are to enable learners to:
•introduce and develop aspects of computational thinking across a range of contemporary contexts
•develop knowledge and understanding of key facts and ideas in computing science
•apply skills and knowledge in analysis, design, implementation and testing to a range of digital solutions
•communicate computing concepts clearly and concisely using appropriate terminology
•develop an understanding of the impact of computing science in changing and influencing our environment and society
Course Structure:
The course will be delivered through 2 key units:
•Software Design and Development – Learners will develop basic knowledge, understanding and practical problem-solving skills in software design and development. Learners will develop basic computational thinking and programming skills through practical tasks
•Information System Design and Development – The aim of this Unit is for the learner to develop basic knowledge, understanding and practical problem-solving skills in information system design and development. Learners will use development tools to create databases, web-based information systems, multimedia information systems (and/or hybrids of these)
Skills Development:
Pupils who decide to study N4 Computing and Information Science will develop the following skills:
•developing skills in computer programming and the ability to communicate how a program works by being able to read and interpret code
•designing, implementing and testing, digital solutions including computer programs
•communicating basic understanding of key concepts related to software design and information system design and development clearly and concisely using appropriate terminology.
Furthermore pupils will develop the following skills for learning, life and work:
•Numeracy – Number processes, information handling
•Employability, enterprise and citizenship – Information and communications technology
•Thinking skills – Applying
Assessment:
•Both units are internally assessed.
•The overall course assessment is an Added Value Unit which is internally assessed. The Added Value Unit will sample learners’ skills, knowledge and understanding from across the mandatory coverage of the Course. Learners will solve one or two computing problems set within a defined context. Learners will provide a record of progress through the assignment (such as an informal electronic log, blog or diary produced by the learner) and a short report on the testing of the solution
•The outcome of all assessments will be on a pass/fail basis.
