Computer Science

Develop an understanding of computer systems alongside practical problem-solving. You will organise data, design algorithms and test small programs while using applications responsibly. Activities progress from basic digital skills to documented solutions for school, community or business needs.

Pathway subject

Learning outcomes

• Explain how computer systems process and communicate data.
• Develop and test a small computational solution.
• Use digital systems responsibly and explain basic security choices.

Main topics

• Computer hardware, software and operating systems
• Data representation and digital applications
• Networks and data communication
• Algorithms, programming and testing
• Databases and information systems
• Cybersecurity, ethics and responsible digital enterprise

Practical task

Create a small program or database for a defined need, test the result and document how a user operates the solution.

Assessment

Written questions, application tasks, algorithm tracing, programming exercises and a tested digital project.