1CSC - Level 1 Computer Science
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms E. Nevin.
Students will design and create digital technologies outcomes that are made by people, for people, within cultural, social, and environmental contexts that embody whanaungatanga. Students will learn about algorithms and computer science principles. They will develop basic text-based programming skills, learn how to design and build a functional website, and will explore the topic of usability heuristics in human-computer interfaces. Students will learn to be innovative, reflective and critical in their development process while producing two major Computer Science projects.
NB: This course must use 2 Achievement Standards that are also assessed in the Level 1 Digital Media course.
Therefore, students can only choose one of the two Digital Technologies options - either Digital Media OR Computer Science at Level 1.
Recommended Prior Learning
Students will benefit from having completed a junior Digital Technology module or similar previous experience.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
Total Credits Available: 15 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 5 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
External
NZQA Info
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