Computer Studies
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Course:
Guideline:
Code:
Course Type:
Credit:
Suggested
Preparation:
Computer and Information Science
The Ontario Curriculum Grade 9 and 10:
Technological Education - 1999
TIK2O1
Open
1.00
none
Course Calendar / Student Achievement Form Description
Computer and Information Science 10 – Open
TIK2O1
This course introduces students to computer science concepts. Students will learn about the
stages in software design; the fundamental programming constructs of sequence, selection and
repetition; the functions of internal and external computer components; the relationship among
networks, operating systems, and application software and their uses; and how programming
languages evolve. Students will also develop an awareness of computer-related careers.
Rationale
This course should provide students with a background in computer programming and theory to
prepare them to enter for further courses in computer and information science that will lead to
post-secondary studies at the university or college level. This course is a towards many career
areas with the computer field.
Assessment/Evaluation
The Ontario Curriculum Grade 9 and 10, Program Planning and Assessment 2000 specifies that
the mark for the course is to be based upon on-going or term work (70%) and a final assessment
(30%) that may include a final exam.
The on-going or term work may include small written assignments, reports, computer programs,
quizzes and unit tests. The final assessment will include a programming project, career research
and presentation, programming exercises and a final exam. The last unit of the course will be part
of the final assessment.
Within these two areas, marks will be obtained using the four categories specified in the Ontario
Curriculum Grades 9 and 10: Technological Education.
Knowledge/Understanding
Thinking/Inquiry
Communication
Application
Review, Develop, Implement
25 %
25 %
20 %
30 %
Computer Studies
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Knowledge/Understanding 25%
 Knowledge of facts, technical terminology, procedures and standards.
 Understanding of concepts.
 Understanding of relationships between concepts
Thinking / Inquiry 25%
 Thinking skills and inquiry design skills.
 Identifying problems, planning, formulating questions, selecting strategies and
resources.
Communication 20 %
 Communication of information for different purposes.
 Use of language, symbols and visuals.
 Use of various forms of communication.
Application 30 %
 Application of skills in familiar contexts and transfer of concepts to new contexts
 Application of procedures and technology.
Unit Plan
Unit
1
2
3
4
5
6
Unit Title
Hardware, Networks and Software: An Integrated Environment
The Problem Solver
Foundations of Programming - I
The Computer and Society
Foundations of Programming - II
Putting It All Together - Final Assessment
Review, Develop, Implement