Module 1.1 – Introductory ICT

Students will learn the operation of the ICT network to log on, send and receive emails, search on the Internet and access available resources on the ICT Intranet. Students will use a word processing program to format text.

Module 1.2 – Spreadsheets

Students will first learn the fundamentals of using spreadsheets to analyse problems. They will perform calculations using simple, arithmetic formulae, replicate formulae, alter cell attributes and produce charts.

Module 1.3 – Computer Systems

A study of the low level operation of a computer system and the use of binary to represent text, graphics and numbers.

Module 1.4 – Kar2ouche

Kar2ouche is a multimedia authoring environment. In this module, students will plan and implement a multimedia storyboard, selecting settings, props and characters, adding written and spoken dialog and printing a completed summary in comic book fashion.

Module 1.5 – Computer Communication

Students will work collaboratively to research and complete a computing based project. Working in small groups, this unit will involve the use of email and class-based online chat.

Module 1.6 – Computer Graphics

Students will learn the fundamentals of vector, bitmap and animation graphics. In Freehand, pupils will use simple geometric shapes to create 2D and 3D plans. In Fireworks, pupils will create and manipulate original images, scanned images and pictures from digital cameras. In Flash, pupils will create animations utilising motion and shape tweening.

Module 1.7 – Analysing and Presenting Information

Students will search for statistical information from a variety of sources. In a spreadsheets program students will perform calculations upon this data and present data in a graphical format. Finally they will use a presentation graphics program to produce a structured, multimedia presentation on their conclusions.