2.1.1 Outline the architecture of the central processing unit (CPU) and the functions of the arithmetic logic unit (ALU) and the control unit (CU) and the registers within the CPU.

4.3.1 State the fundamental operations of a computer.

4.3.2 Distinguish between fundamental and compound operations of a computer.

4.3.4 Explain the need for higher level languages.

4.3.5 Outline the need for a translation process from a higher level language to machine executable code.

2.1.4 Explain the machine instruction cycle.

2.1.2 Describe primary memory.

2.1.3 Explain the use of cache memory.

2.1.5 Identify the need for persistent storage.

2.1.9 Define the terms: bit, byte, binary, denary/decimal, hexadecimal.

2.1.10 Outline the way in which data is represented in the computer.