A2 Computer Science

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Advances in computing are transforming the way we work. The course focuses on the knowledge, understanding and skills students need to progress to higher education or thrive in the work place. Students acquire subject knowledge, programming skills and soft skills in computational thinking and problem solving. We study the following topics: ● Fundamentals of programming ● Data representation ● Systematic approach to problem solving ● Theory of computation ● Hardware and software ● Computer organisation and architecture ● Consequences of uses of computing ● Communication and networking ● Databases ● The Internet ● Algorithms ● Functional programming ● Object Orientated Programming ● Non-exam assessment – the computing practical project

Course information

Name: A2 Computer Science Qualification title: GCE A level Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Awarding - Created 20161018 10:28:06 Updated 20161019 10:56:41

Entry requirements

None

Provider

Lady Manners School
Foundation School
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Address

Shutts Lane Town: Bakewell