Computing Science

National 5 Computing Science

Software Design and Development - The learner will:

· Develop knowledge, understanding and practical problem-solving skills in software design and development.

· Code programs in Python.

Computer Systems - The learner will:

· Develop an understanding of how data and instructions are stored in binary form.

· Understand basic computer architecture.

· Study the environmental impact of computers.

· Study the security precautions to protect computer systems.

Database Design and Development - The learner will:

· Develop knowledge, understanding and practical problem-solving skills in database design and development.

· Use Structured Query Language (SQL) in MS-Access.

N4 Units:

Software Design & Development

Information Systems Design & Development

Assignment:

Added Value Unit

N5 Assignment:

33% of final grade

N5 Final Exam:

67% of final grade

Within School:

Nat 5 Computing Science

Higher Computing Science

Adv. Higher Computing Science

Level 4, 5 or 6 Games Design

Further/Higher Education:

College courses or degrees in Computing Science, Web Design, Games Design, Electronic Engineering etc

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Higher Computing

Software Design and Development - The learner will:

· Develop knowledge, understanding and practical problem-solving skills in software design and development.

· Code programs in Python.

Computer Systems - The learner will:

· Develop an understanding of how data and instructions are stored in binary form.

· Understand basic computer architecture.

· Study the environmental impact of computers.

· Study the security precautions to protect computer systems.

Database Design and Development - The learner will:

· Develop knowledge, understanding and practical problem-solving skills in database design and development.

· Use Structured Query Language (SQL) in MS-Access.

Within School:

Adv. Higher Computing Science (Virtual Campus)

Level 4, 5 or 6 Games Design

Further Education:

College courses or degrees in Computing Science, Web Design, Games Design, Electronic Engineering etc.

Higher Assignment:

33% of final grade (40 Marks)

Higher Final Exam:

67% of final grade (80 Marks)

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