This is an option subject.

Course Length: Full Year

Teacher in Charge: Jessy George (GEO)

In this course, students will gain skills through standards that align with the New Zealand Certificate in Computing Level 2 (User Fundamentals). The aim of the course is to provide students with a range of introductory digital technology skills, to prepare them for employment in a range of general entry-level roles, and contribute positively in their communities.

ACADEMIC COURSE OUTLINE

The following standards will be offered throughout this course:

Unit Standard 29769 v2 - Use the main features and functions of a word processing application for a purpose 

Internal Assessment, worth 4 credits

Unit Standard 29771 v2 - Use the main features and functions of a presentation application for a purpose

Internal Assessment, worth 3 credits

Unit Standard 29772 v2 - Manage files and folders using digital devices

Internal Assessment, worth 2 credits

Unit Standard 29773 v2 - Produce digital images for a range of digital media

Internal Assessment, worth 3 credits

Unit Standard 29782 v2 - Demonstrate knowledge of computing hardware, software and terminology to select digital tools for specified purposes

Internal Assessment, worth 5 credits

Unit Standard 29775 v2 - Use the main features and functions of a web authoring and design tool to create a website

Internal Assessment, worth 3 credits

Total credits available for this course: 20 NCEA Level 1 credits

This course is not endorsable