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St. Edmund Campion Secondary School
Department of Computer Studies |
| COURSE NAME: |
Introduction to Computer Studies |
| COURSE CODE: |
ICS 2O1 |
| LEVEL: |
Grade 10, Open |
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This course introduces students to computer programming. Students will plan and write simple computer programs by applying fundamental programming concepts, and learn to create clear and maintainable internal documentation. They will also learn to manage a computer by studying hardware configurations, software selection, operating system functions, networking, and safe computing practices. Students will also investigate the social impact of computer technologies, and develop an understanding of environmental and ethical issues related to the use of computers.
PREREQUISITE: None |
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| CURRICULUM STRANDS AND OVERALL EXPECTATIONS |
UNDERSTANDING COMPUTERS
By the end of the course students will:
- Describe the functions of different types of hardware components, and assess the hardware needs of users.
- Describe the different types of software products, and assess the software needs of users.
- Use the basic functions of an operating system correctly.
- Demonstrate an understanding of home computer networking concepts.
- Explain the importance of software updates and system maintenance to manage the performance and increase the security of a computer.
INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING
By the end of the course students will:
- Describe fundamental programming concepts and constructs.
- Plan and write simple programs using fundamental programming concepts.
- Apply basic code maintenance techniques when writing programs.
COMPUTERS AND SOCIETY
- Describe key aspects of the impact of computers and related technologies on society.
- Describe computer use policies that promote environmental stewardship and sustainability.
- Describe legal and ethical issues related to the use of computing devices.
- Describe postsecondary education and career prospects related to computer studies.
| UNIT 1: |
Hardware, Software and Networks |
| UNIT 2: |
Introduction to Visual Basic |
| UNIT 3: |
Foundations of Programming I |
| UNIT 4: |
Computers and Society |
| UNIT 5: |
Foundations of Programming II |
| UNIT 6: |
Putting It All Together |
| ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION |
The Ontario Curriculum, Program Planning and Assessment 2000 specifies that the mark for the course is to be based upon ongoing or term work (70%) and a final assessment (30%) that will include a final culminating activity and a final exam.
| Term Work |
70% |
| Final Culminating Activity |
15% |
| Final Exam |
15% |
The ongoing or term work will include small written assignments, reports, career research and presentation, computer programs, quizzes and unit tests. The final assessment will include a programming project, and a final exam. The last unit of the course will be part of the final assessment.
Within these two areas, marks will be obtained using the four categories specified in the Ontario Curriculum Grades 10 to 12: Computer Studies.
| KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
| 25% |
- Knowledge of content.
- Understanding of content.
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| THINKING |
25% |
- Use of planning skills.
- Use of processing skills
- Use of critical/creative thinking processes.
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| COMMUNICATION |
20% |
- Expression and organization of ideas and information in oral, visual, and written forms, including electronic forms.
- Communication for different audiences and purposes in oral, visual and written forms, including electronic forms.
- Use of conventions, vocabulary, and terminology of the discipline in oral, visual and written forms, including electronic forms.
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| APPLICATION |
30% |
- Application of knowledge and skills in familiar contexts.
- Transfer of knowledge and skills to new contexts.
- Making connections within and between contexts.
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Please refer to St. Edmund Campion's Evaluation Policy for further details
regarding assessment and evaluation. |