St. Joan of Arc Catholic Secondary School
Computer Science
Course Description:
Computer and Information Science , Grade 11, Open
ICS 3M1
This course helps students examine computer science concepts. Students will outline stages in
software development, define standard control and data structures, identify on- and off-line
resources, explain the functions of basic computer components, and develop programming and
problem-solving skills by using operating systems and implementing defined practices. As
well as identifying careers in computer science, students will develop an understanding of the
ethical use of computers and the impact of emergent technologies on society.
This course is designated as open and can be taken by all students who wish to learn about
Computer and Information Science. Students who wish to continue study in this area can take the
University/College courses in Grades 12 that lead to post-secondary courses.
Prerequisite: Recommended: None Applications: MS Office
Programming Language: Java, HTML, Basic Javascript,
Course Evaluation:
Category
Knowledge/Understanding
Thinking/Inquiry
Communication
Application
Culminating Assessment
Exam
Assessment/Evaluation
Tests, Quizzes, Assignments
Tests, Assignments, Projects
Group-work, Assignments, Projects
Tests, Assignments, Projects
Knowledge and Understanding,
Application, Communication
Knowledge and Understanding,
Thinking/Inquiry
Weighting (%)
20
10
15
25
20
Units of Study:
Unit 1
Working in the Computing Environment
Unit 2
Beginning to Program
Unit 3
Problem Solving with Procedures and Functions
Unit 4
Information Storage and Related Issues
Unit 5
Using Data Structures
Unit 6
Putting It All Together
10
12 hours
25 hours
18 hours
12 hours
18 hours
25 hours
Policy:
Late/Missed Summative Assignments
All assignments are to be submitted ON or BEFORE THE DUE DATE AND TIME as specified by the course teacher.
A major assignment (one which gives evidence of a significant number of ministry course expectations) not handed in on
the due date will receive a maximum penalty of 10%.
A mark of zero will be given if the assignment is handed in after the closure date, unless extenuating circumstances
prevail, as determined in consultation with the school administration.
Work will be assessed and returned with comments. Any presentations or performance tasks that are missed because of
an unexcused absence will be assigned a zero for that portion of the assignment.
A mark of zero will automatically be assigned for any test, quiz or assignment for absences due to truancy.
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board