Introduction
Computer aided manufacturing and AI in Health Care are rapid growth areas within our economy and two in which we are not currently producing enough skilled workers to satisfy demand. Our Computer Science scheme of work enables our students to understand the fundamental role that computers play in our society and how we interact with them daily. This then develops into understanding that our ability to manipulate computers and computer programmes has the potential to change the world.
Our curriculum provides the students with the opportunity to:
- Develop a deep understanding of how computer systems work
- How to develop their own programmes to solve both simple and complex problems
- How the design, programme, evaluate and refine cycle teaches us skills that can be transferred to multiple areas of education and work
- Understand the wider ethical, legal, and cultural implications of modern technology
- Be able to apply key algorithms and think algorithmically about problem solving
In short, we want students to understand where computer science can take them and have the skills to be able to pursue any future career choices.
Year 10
Our Computer Science curriculum covers topics like computer systems, networks, and programming fundamentals, including algorithms and their practical application. Students will also delve into ethical, legal, and environmental impacts of technology.
Key Content
- Architecture and performance of the CPU
- Embedded systems
- Primary (memory) and secondary storage
- Units
- Data storage
- Compression
- Networks and topologies
- Wired and wireless networks
- Computer system and network threats
- Identifying and preventing vulnerabilities
- Operating systems
- Utility software
- Ethical, legal, cultural and environmental impact
- Programming fundamentals
- Data types
Year 11
Our Year 11 Computer Science curriculum builds upon prior learning to solidify understanding of core concepts. Students will also delve deeper into programming, algorithms, and computational logic.
Key Content
- Computational thinking
- Designing, creating and refining algorithms
- Defensive design
- Boolean logic
- Languages
- The Integrated Development Environment (IDE)
Why a STEM education?
The word STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering and mathematics. STEM subjects are important as not only do they pervade every part of our lives but is also a hugely exciting area, offering the chance for individuals to continue changing and developing the world we live in. At its very core, a STEM education is about a young individuals ability to make a meaningful connection between school, community and global issues.
- Science is everywhere. Studying science provides a better understanding of the world around us and continues to help shape the modern world we live in
- Technology is continuously expanding into every aspect of our lives. It makes the world run efficiently and serves a variety of purposes to different people
- Engineering covers a wide range of disciplines and helps to find solutions for everyday problems. As the world continues to change, engineers are usually found at the forefront of much of these developments
- Mathematics is used on a daily basis, far more often then you may realise! Maths helps us to think analytically and have better reasoning abilities
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