Level 2 Computer Science
12CSC Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms O. Liddle.
Recommended Prior LearningKnowledge of computer programming is recommended but students can take this course if they have strong problem-solving skills and logical thinkers. If you have not taken the Year 11 Digital Technologies course, you need approval from the teacher in charge to ensure this is a suitable course.
The course is designed to provide students with a high level of fluency in computer programming and interface design. Students complete a large project which assesses their level of programming and the process they use to develop an outcome. One focus of this is project management. Students complete their external assessment on an area of computer science theory, the topic of which varies each year. Depending on the cohort, there may be an introduction to databases.
Course Overview
Term 1
Theory of computer science
Program Skills using Visual Studio C# (C sharp) and GitHub
Term 2
Project Management techniques
Program Skills using Visual Studio C# (C sharp) and GitHub
Use advanced programming techniques and processes to develop a computer programming
Term 3
Use advanced programming techniques and processes to develop a computer programming
Theory of computer science
Term 4
Theory of computer science
Project completion or introduction to databases
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway Career Pathways
Software Developer, Game Developer, Scrum Master, User Experience Designer, Information Technology Architect, Project Manager, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Sound Technician, Data Analyst, Test Analyst, Telecommunications Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Information Technology Helpdesk/Support Technician, Systems Administrator, Security Consultant, Network Administrator, Penetration Tester, Biomedical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Graphic Designer, Animator/Digital Artist, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Graphic Pre-press Worker
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It is advantages to have the use of a computer, which can support Visual Studio installation, to work on from home.