Computer Studies Department • Victoria Park Collegiate Institute
Computer Engineering Technology: Grade 11
Ministry of Education:The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12: Technological Education, 2009
course code:TEJ3M1
credit value:1 credit
textbook:Networks, Interfaces & Integrated Circuits by Graham Smyth & Christine Stephenson ($40)
Description (as per The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12)
This course examines computer systems and control of external devices. Students will assemble computers and small
networks by installing and configuring appropriate hardware and software. Students will develop knowledge and skills in
electronics, robotics, programming, and networks, and will build systems that use computer programs and interfaces to
control and/or respond to external devices. Students will develop an awareness of related environmental and societal
issues, and will learn about college and university programs leading to careers in computer technology.
Computer Technology Fundamentals
By the end of this course, students will:
•describe how computer components function, and discuss trends in the development of computer hardware;
•describe the functions of BIOSes and operating systems, and how they interact with each other and with computer
hardware;
•describe the function of electronic components and the use of these components in control systems and other circuits,
and calculate values for circuit components;
•describe network concepts, services, and security;
•demonstrate an understanding of the use of binary numbers, hexadecimal numbers, and Boolean algebra in computer
logic and data processing.
Computer Technology Skills
By the end of this course, students will:
•build, configure, and maintain a computer system, and connect peripheral devices;
•set up, optimize, and back up a computer system;
•design, construct, create diagrams for, and troubleshoot electronic circuits and interfaces for control systems;
•design, install, configure, test, and troubleshoot networks;
•demonstrate an understanding of fundamental programming concepts, and develop a program that interacts with an
external device.
Technology, the Environment, and Society
By the end of this course, students will:
•describe environmental issues related to the widespread use of computers and associated technologies;
•describe societal issues related to the widespread use of computers and associated technologies.
Professional Practice and Career Opportunities
By the end of this course, students will:
demonstrate an understanding of relevant safety practices, standards, and legislation;
•describe ethical and security issues related to the use of computers;
•describe various careers related to computer technology and electronics, and the entry requirements for these careers.
Thinking. This is a rigorous course based on critical thinking and problem solving. Upon successful completion of this
course, students will be able to identify and solve problems, reason, reflect, make sound mathematical decisions, and
demonstrate flexibility of thought.
Technology. The use of technology in the classroom increases student interest and engagement, demonstrates the
relevance of technology to students’ lives, and offers students the opportunity to investigate problems, conjecture, and
practise higher-order thinking skills.
Literacy. In this course, students will be required to demonstrate their literacy skills by writing several non-fiction pieces.
Teachers will provide appropriate topics such as explanations of current and emerging technologies; social, economic, and
environmental effects of technology; and current and emerging Information and Communications Technology careers.
Computer Studies Department • Victoria Park Collegiate Institute
Communication
lab:Ms. Wu, Lab S8; Ms. Xie, Lab S8
office:Mathematics Office, room 225
telephone:(416) 395-3310, extension 20080 (best time to call is before 08h30)
extra help:by appointment and during announced scheduled times
Absences & Evaluations
1. If you know prior to the evaluation that you will be absent, make other arrangements with your teacher regarding
that particular assessment.
2. If for some reason you are absent on the day of an evaluation:
(a) Call the Math Office before 8:30 am and speak with your teacher or leave a message for her/him.
(b) On the first day back, a note from your parent/guardian is required.
Teaching, Assessment & Evaluation Strategies
A variety of instructional strategies will be used to address student needs, and a variety of assessment and evaluation
techniques will be used. Assessment for learning (formative assessment) will be administered before assessment of learning (summative evaluation).
Student success is greatly enhanced by good attendance, good behaviour, and class participation. Completion of daily
homework exercises and writing of all evaluations will provide feedback on student learning. For courses with multiple
sections, summative evaluations will assess common expectations.
Quizzes and assignments will be scheduled throughout the course. A summative test will conclude a unit or a group
of related units. Below is a list of anticipated evaluations. This list may be modified to accommodate circumstances that
arise throughout the semester.
Units
1: Hardware, Software & Operating Systems (~15 periods)
2: Networking (~15 periods)
3: Digital Logic & Electronic Circuits (~30 periods)
4: Computer Programming (~20 periods)
5: Computer Interfacing (~30 periods)
Achievement Categories
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Term mark (70% of final grade)
knowledge:25%
application:30%
communication:20%
thinking:25%
Summative mark (30% of final grade)
culminating activity:10%
final exam:20%
Learning skills: Categories evaluated as Needs Improvement, Satisfactory, Good, or Excellent:
• responsibility
• independent work
• initiative
• organization
• collaboration
• self-regulation
Evaluation policy: Please refer to the Student Agenda and the class website. Note, in particular, that late assignments are
subject to a penalty of 5% per school day.