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We are currently living in the digital age. Computer Science will help you learn about critical thinking, analysis and problem-solving. These skills can be developed further and transferred to other subjects in everyday life..
What are the units:
What are the units:
J277/01: Computer systems This component will assess:
1.1 Systems architecture
1.2 Memory and storage
1.3 Computer networks, connections and protocols
1.4 Network security
1.5 Systems software
1.6 Ethical, legal, cultural and environmental impacts of digital technology
J277/02: Computational thinking, algorithms and programming This component will assess:
2.1 Algorithms
2.2 Programming fundamentals
2.3 Producing robust programs
2.4 Boolean logic
2.5 Programming languages and Integrated Development Environments
Who should do the course:
Who should do the course:
1. This course is for those who are seriously considering a career in computer system development, computer programming or computer game development, and wish to study the subject in more depth.
2. They will consider progressing on to an A Level Computer Science course and possibly studying the subject at degree level
3. It is for students who have a keen interest not just in using computers, but in developing systems and finding out more about how computers can be programmed to work differently.
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