4048y-H

Computer Science IB 2 Standard Level 

4049y-H  

Computer Science IB 2 Higher Level 

Full Year / 1 Credit / Grade 12

Prerequisites

IB Diploma students see IB Policy Prerequisites

DP Course Students:

• IB Computer Science Year 2 Higher Level:  A June-IB Score Up to Date (SIB on report card) of 4 and above.  Please review the criteria of Year 2 IB courses.

• IB Computer Science Year 2 Standard Level:  A June-IB Score Up to Date (SIB on report card) of 3 and above.  Please review the criteria of Year 2 IB courses.

Description:

This is the second year of the 2-year course leading to the IB exam at Higher Level. 

During the course the student will study networks, control systems, develop computational solutions and complete an internal assessment project. This will involve the ability to:  identify a problem or unanswered question, design, prototype and test a proposed solution using object-oriented programming (OOP) and liaise with clients to evaluate the success of the proposed solution and make recommendations for future developments. 

Students will also research various aspects of Computer Science, including technical concepts and additional subject content in greater depth based on a previously reviewed case study of an organization or scenario.

Assessment: 

Tests/quizzes/exams/homework and lab work in accordance with IBO assessment practices