This is a technical course which focuses on problem solving using various software tools as well as studying the underlying principles of computer systems. Problem solving with C# is a big part of the course. Year 12 • Programming using C# • Theory of computation • Data representation • Computer systems • Computer organisation and architecture • Consequences of uses of computing • Communication and networking • Databases and SQL Year 13 • Big Data • Data structures • Algorithms • Functional programming with Haskell • Systematic approach to problem solving • Non-examination assessment - the computing practical project
Grade 6 or above in Mathematics and Computer Science is preferred.
WRITTEN EXAMINATION - 40% PRACTICAL PROGRAMMING EXAMINATION - 40% COURSEWORK - 20%
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Cross O'Cliff Hill, Lincoln, LN5 8PW |
This is a technical course which focuses on problem solving using various software tools as well as studying the underlying principles of computer systems. Problem solving with C# is a big part of the course. Year 12 • Programming using C# • Theory of computation • Data representation • Computer systems • Computer organisation and architecture • Consequences of uses of computing • Communication and networking • Databases and SQL Year 13 • Big Data • Data structures • Algorithms • Functional programming with Haskell • Systematic approach to problem solving • Non-examination assessment - the computing practical project
Grade 6 or above in Mathematics and Computer Science is preferred.
WRITTEN EXAMINATION - 40% PRACTICAL PROGRAMMING EXAMINATION - 40% COURSEWORK - 20%