Using Computers

The intention of this unit is to provide an introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming, as well as being introduced to PowerPoint.

Students create an emoji, Implementing their ideas designing on PowerPoint before moving onto JavaScript.

The impact of this unit will be measured by the end of unit assessment where students show their programming, designs and completed emoji.

• use basic file management techniques to create folders, save, copy, move, rename and delete files and folders and make backup copies of files

• recognise extensions for common file types such as .doc or .docx, .ppt, .jpg etc

• keep their files in well organised and appropriately named folders

• explain what constitutes a “strong” password for an online account

• describe a code of conduct

• list some of the dangers and drawbacks of social networking sites

• list some possible responses to cyberbullying

• send and reply to emails, send attachments

• use a search engine to find information

• describe guidelines for keeping their identity secure on the Internet

• describe what is meant by identity theft and how to minimize the risks of this

• identify a probable phishing email and deal with it appropriately

• describe how to minimize the danger of having their computer infected by a virus

• resize images before attaching to emails

• explain the advantages and disadvantages of email as a method of communication

• manage a Contacts list efficiently for email

• use an email signature

• use the advanced features of a search engine

• describe why the information they find may not be accurate

Average UK Salary £57,000

Skills

• Programming

• Team work

• Working to a deadline

Experienced salary £25,000 - £35,000

Skills

• Creating ideas

• Communication with clients

• Working to a deadline

Average UK Salary £24,000

Skills

• Communication with clients

• Team work

• Working to a deadline