OVERVIEW

Students will learn about what networks are, how they are connected. Students will learn about wired and wireless connections and what is meant by protocols and why they are important.

CAREERS

Network and Computer Systems Administrator, Computer and Information Systems Manager, Computer Network Architect, Computer Systems Analyst, Computer Network Support Specialist, Network Field Engineer, IT support, Solutions

SAFEGUARDING

Learning to use the internet safely and responsibly. Discussing the advantages and disadvantages of the internet. Knowing when the information on the internet is valid, accurate, reliable and relevant.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Students will develop an understanding of the different hardwares used in connecting networks and relate back to their own personal network at home and explain how the network is connected in their homes. Students will also look at the difference between a personal network and the international network. 

DIVERSITY

• Connecting different parts of the world with wired and wireless networks, which means communication is instant. This has allowed people to explore and share views, ideologies and historical data over the internet.

CULTURAL CAPITAL

• Learning that the internet is a global connection of computers and the world wide web (web/www) is a collection of documents and files that are accessed because of the internet.