Students use computational thinking and information systems to define, design and implement digital solutions. Students will develop their knowledge and understanding of digital systems and the representation of data. There is a major focus on process and production skills which are incorporated into practical projects. These projects will follow design process: Investigating and defining, Designing, Producing and implementing, Evaluating and Collaborating and managing. The course is built around the 4 C’s (The 21st century skills of Communication, Collaboration, Critical thinking and Creativity).

THE FOLLOWING DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY ASPECTS WILL BE COVERED

  • MineCraft Project

  • Hardware and software concepts.

  • Problem solving

  • Coding

  • Refining research and problem-solving skills and strategies.

  • Using and coding Microbits

ASSESSMENT

Students will be expected to complete a number of assessment tasks and will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their planning and organisational skills in a number of practical activities. Students will be expected to perform in accordance with the College Assessment Procedure.

PATHWAY

This subject leads to further studies in Digital Technologies.