End of Year 1 Examination
This will consist of one paper lasting 90 minutes
The following paper 1 topics will be covered in (Questions will be taken from past papers.)
Data Representation: Binary, Hexadecimal
Communication and Internet Technologies: Data Transmission, Security Aspects, Internet Principles of Operation
Logic Gates
Operating Systems
Input Devices: Scanners, Barcodes, IWBs, cameras, keyboards, mice, sensors and how they are used
The following paper 2 topics will be covered.
Identify errors in pseudocode
Trace tables
Identify the following in pseudocode: variables, loops/iteration, assignment, selection/if, pre and post condition loops, comparison, incrementing
You will not be examined on Python syntax
This document gives example of this type of question.
Syllabus
Syllabus- What you need to know for the exams
Revision Notes
ZNotes for Revision - The theory half of the course condensed into a 14 page booklet
Videos
Liam Quay has a really good set of 71 videos for all aspects of the course
Answers to Previous Tests
Past Papers
PastPapers.co Past Paper.co Computer Science 0478
All the past papers are available here.
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ms = mark scheme
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