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Information Processing and Technology |
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Matthew Rapkins
Head of Department
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| TEACHING STAFF |
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Mr Graeme Summers
Mr Sean Sweeney
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IPT is a course of study which investigates information processing and associated technology. It deals with the ways in which information is structured, represented, stored, accessed, manipulated and communicated.
IPT touches many aspects of modern human life, and finds itself drawing upon and being applied to diverse fields of study. The widespread and rapidly increasing use of computers and information processing demands investigation of the social and ethical implications of this use.
The course should prove especially relevant to students assisting them to cope with the rapid rate of change associated with computer technology and to appreciate the new employment opportunities it presents.
Students will be exposed to a variety of intellectual challenges involving distinctive approaches to problem solving while developing a range of associated practical skills.
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Prerequisites:
A Sound level of achievement in Year 10 English and Maths is highly recommended.
Course Outline:
The subject matter is organised into the following topics:
Assessment:
A variety of assessment techniques are used which include:
· Short and extended writing tasks
· Class tests
· Practical tasks
· Projects
· Verbal tasks
Textbooks:
Developing Databases with Access, Programming with Visual Basic. NET
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Computer Technician
Industrial Designer
Graphic Artist
Publisher
Systems Analyst
Communications Technician
Training Specialist
Programmer
Accountant
Engineer
Architect
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November 2009 |
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