Yr 11

Term 2 2025

Topic Overview:

During this Term, we will be focusing on Topic 2:Networking and social connections.

Description:The lessons and sequences in this program of learning are designed to allow students to develop the knowledge and skills to create a network model as a solution to a user’s needs.

During Weeks 1 to 4 of the learning sequence, students gain an introduction to human-centric computing. They examine the effects of disruptive technology on everyday computing, investigate graph and network theory in the design of social networks and describe how apps influence the success of social networking. Students investigate how the development of hardware and software has influenced the adoption of the Internet of Things (IoT) and outline the business and individual cultural characteristics that contribute to the success of start-ups.

Students examine the storage and workflow in enterprise networks. They investigate how the developments in network connectivity and speed have influenced work practices within an enterprise. Students examine the benefits and limitations of digital workflows operating in an enterprise and investigate data storage requirements for an enterprise.

During Weeks 5 to 10 of the learning sequence, students will examine network architecture and infrastructure. They describe key components of an organisation’s information technology infrastructure and describe how transmission media is used in networks.

Students explain factors that interfere with the transmission of data across a computer and social network and investigate ways to improve data flow within a system, considering proximity and modes of connectivity.

Students create a network including designing and modelling a network of interconnected devices for a specific purpose. They apply appropriate project management tools to develop a project and configure devices within a network.