BTEC First Diploma for IT
Scheme of Work for Computer Systems– unit 3 (10 credit unit)
Overview
On completion of this unit a learner should:
1 Know the common components of computer systems
2 Know the different uses of computer systems
3 Be able to connect computer hardware
4 Be able to configure computer software.
DStainton/BTEC/FD2010Specification
Num of
hours
Teaching topic
Delivery
methods
Guidance
Resources
3
Know the
common
components of
computer
systems
Know the
common
components of
computer
systems
Whole-class
teaching
Individual or small
group research
Computer system: types eg PC, base unit, laptop,
netbook, PDA, mobile phone, games consoles, tablet,
server, embedded devices (inside phones, domestic
appliances, cars)
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
Whole-class
teaching
Individual or small
group research
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
Know the
common
components of
computer
systems
Know the
common
components of
computer
systems
Know the
common
components of
computer
systems
Assessment
Practical work
Whole-class
teaching
Hardware components: processor speed and type;
memory eg RAM, cache; storage devices, eg hard disk
drive, memory stick, CD ROM, flash drive, DVD; input
devices eg touch screen, graphics tablet, gaming
controller, microphone, mouse, keyboard; output
devices eg printer, monitor, sound; computer network
connectivity eg 3G, Wireless, Bluetooth, NIC; costs
Software components: system software, applications
software, software utilities
Practical work
Whole-class
teaching
Security: risks eg phishing, malware, viruses, spam
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
Practical
Whole-class
teaching
Data flow: between components eg input, output,
memory, processor; representations eg block
diagrams, flow chart, images
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
Practical work
Assignment 1 covering criteria P1 P2 P3 M1
Assignment 1
3
3
3
3
4
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
DStainton/BTEC/FD2010Specification
Practical work
Group work
2
2
2
2
4
3
3
3
Know the
different uses
of computer
systems
Know the
different uses
of computer
systems
Know the
different uses
of computer
systems
Know the
different uses
of computer
systems
Assessment
Practical work
Components: hardware; software
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
Practical work
User: types eg home, office
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
Practical work
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
Practical work
Whole-class
teaching
User requirement: business need eg graphics design,
company accounts; home use eg internet
connectivity, online games; other eg portability, cost,
accessibility features
Performance requirements: characteristics of
component eg processor speed and type, data
transmission speeds, storage capacity, battery life
Practical work
P4, P7, M2, D1
Assignment 2
Be able to
connect
computer
hardware
Be able to
connect
computer
hardware
Be able to
Practical work
Whole-class
teaching
Connections: peripheral devices eg printer, speakers,
digital camera, USB devices, scanner, web cam,
barcode reader, graphics tablet; appropriate connection
eg network card, Bluetooth, USB, Cat5, Wireless
Testing: functionality eg for required use
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
Health and safety: electrical hazards; manual handling;
Books, Internet,
Practical work
Whole-class
teaching
Practical work
Whole-class
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
DStainton/BTEC/FD2010Specification
3
4
2
2
2
2
2
connect
computer
hardware
Be able to
connect
computer
hardware
Assessment
teaching
impact on individuals
PowerPoint
Practical work
Whole-class
teaching
Working practices: working procedures; assess and
minimise risks eg obtaining resources, recording
relevant information; communicating progress and
outcomes
P4, P7, M2, D1
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
Be able to
configure
computer
software
Be able to
configure
computer
software
Be able to
configure
computer
software
Be able to
configure
computer
software
Be able to
configure
computer
software
Practical work
Requirements: users eg office, home; tasks eg data
recording, photo editing, media playback
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
Practical work
Systems software: eg operating systems, systems
software tools, diagnostic tools, file managers, disk
utilities, back up, synchronisation; network connections
eg workgroups, file sharing, internet access, email
Applications software: office applications software eg
word processing, spreadsheet, database, graphics,
presentation,; games software; communications, eg
web browser, email
Utilities: clean up tools eg for cookies, internet history,
defragmentation; drive formatting
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
Configure: editing the desktop eg icon size, font size,
colour, background, icon choice; creating startup
options; creating and reconfiguring application toolbars;
folder management eg access control, file
permissions
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
Practical work
Practical work
Practical work
Practical work
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
DStainton/BTEC/FD2010Specification
2
Be able to
configure
computer
software
Practical work
Security: virus protection, firewall, other eg password
protection, physical security
4
Assessment
Practical work
P5, P6, M3, D2
2
Review
Practical work
Revisiting portfolio
Books, Internet,
PowerPoint
DStainton/BTEC/FD2010Specification