Pupils are taught skills in software development, using a number of different programming languages to develop their skills. We will be using Scratch for animation/games development. We will be using an App developer to develop smart phone apps, and we make use of www.codeacademy.com to learn skills in Java/Python.
Pupils will also learn about Computer Systems, looking at the components that make up a computer and how they work together. They will develop the skills to analyse hardware options and be able to make decisions on hardware required for different situations.
National 4 has no exam and is assessed via unit assessment and an Added Value coursework.
National 5 has an external exam and is also assessed via coursework.
At the end of National 4 pupils will have the opportunity to study National 5.
At the end of National 5 pupils will have the opportunity to study at Higher Leveel.
Virtually every job utilises Computing now, and pupils who undertake this course could specifically consider careers such as web designers, games programmers, software developers, digital animation, information administrators as well as many careers in local government, marketing, the Forces and office administration.
Pupils will also learn about Computer Systems, looking at the components that make up a computer and how they work together. They will develop the skills to analyse hardware options and be able to make decisions on hardware required for different situations.
National 4 has no exam and is assessed via unit assessment and an Added Value coursework.
National 5 has an external exam and is also assessed via coursework.
At the end of National 4 pupils will have the opportunity to study National 5.
At the end of National 5 pupils will have the opportunity to study at Higher Leveel.
Virtually every job utilises Computing now, and pupils who undertake this course could specifically consider careers such as web designers, games programmers, software developers, digital animation, information administrators as well as many careers in local government, marketing, the Forces and office administration.