Computer Science GCSE

Assessment

2 examinations equally weighed totalling 100% of the course Component 1 Exam (50%) Principles of Computer Science consists of: Algorithms Binary and hexadecimal systems Data storage and compression Computer networks Encryption Databases Component 2 Exam (50%) Practical Programming Task using Python Application of Computational Thinking consists of: Interpreting, amending and creating algorithms Program code constructs and structures Truth tables Logic statements and read and interpret pseudo-code Awareness of emerging trends in computing technologies, the impact of computing on Individuals, society and the environment, including ethical, legal and ownership issues,