Mount Carmel Catholic College for Girls
Year 10 Revision
Summer 2012
Revision Support for all Year 10 students
A Message to students
We believe that your Year 10 group has the potential to achieve outstanding results. We also know what a difficult and stressful time Year 10 can be.
The support we are offering here runs alongside the work going on in your lessons and will help to boost your performance.
However, nothing will help you more than regular attendance at lessons where your teachers will increasingly focus on preparing you for the exams
by doing exam practice and teaching you exam techniques.
All statistical evidence at a national, local and school level shows that where attendance is 95% or higher, students are more likely to achieve their
targets.
Please remember that you will not achieve the results you hope for without putting in the extra time at home to revise. Buying revision guides will
achieve very little if you don’t actually read them!
A message to parents
You do not need anyone to remind you what an important time this is for your daughter. We want to work with you to ensure
that your daughter achieves her very best. Please contact us if you have any exam queries
020 72813536
Vice Principal Ms Haynes – haynes@mountcarmel.islington.sch.uk
Exam Officer – Ms Bate -bate@mountcarmel.islington.sch.uk
Assistant Principal Ms Thomas - thomas@mountcarmel.islington.sch.uk
Head of Year 10 – Ms Eghan - eghan@mountcarmel.islington.sch.uk
All of us at Mount Carmel wish you every success!!!
Key Dates
GCSE Examinations begin 14th May 2012
Mock Exams – 25th -29th June 2012
GCSE Public Examinations finish 27th June 2012
GCSE Results day – September 2012
General Support websites
There are available to use for most subjects and have a wide range of information on them for all students to use.
www.samlearning.com
www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize
www.gcse.com
www.s-cool.co.uk
Subjects Geography
Number of Students: 45
Exam Date(s): 14th June 2012
Topics
Revision Clubs/Websites/Revision Books
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Restless Earth
Coastal Zones
Living World
Club every Monday in room 24.
(If cancelled on Mondays due to staff meetings it is always rescheduled later in the week)
 Online resources
1. Sam learning revision
2. GCSE Bitesize online
3. S-cool online
 Exam questions pack given to students to work through for all topics
 Exam questions given to students every lesson from now until the 14th June
 Eater sessions on Wednesday 6th June with Ms Leech from 11.15-13.15
 Early morning revision on 14th June before school starts from 8.45am
Subjects: Health &Social Care
Number of Students 20
Exam Date(s) 19th June 2012
Topics
Revision Clubs/Websites/Revision Books
Factors Affecting Growth and
Development
Revision book/classwork/exam questions
Wk 21st May – 25th May (B)
Relationships
Revision book/class work/exam questions
Wk beg 28th May (A)
Self-Concept/Esteem/Image/
Life events
Revision book/class work/exam questions
Wk beg 11th June (B)
Controlled assessment- Promoting health and
wellbeing
Wk 21st May – 25th May (B)
Continue with controlled assessment- task 5
Personalised health plan
Wk beg 28th May (A)
Continue with controlled assessment- task 5
Personalised health plan and start Task 6 Conclusion
Wk beg 11th June (B)
HN taking the class
Deadline for controlled assessments: 22nd June 2012
Subject: ICT B061 – Exam Revision Topics
ICT Systems
Section
The main components of a computer system: Central Processing Unit (CPU), internal/main memory, backing storage, input and output devices and power supplies
A range of common applications where microprocessor technology is used: personal computers, mainframe computers, super computers and embedded systems.
The difference between hardware and software.
Hardware
Section
Input devices and their appropriate use: keyboards and pads, specialist keyboards, mouse, joystick, tracker ball, touch pad, microphones, remote controls, scanners, digital
cameras, webcams, touch screens, readers for bar codes, magnetic stripes and chip and pin, sensors, MIDI instruments
Output devices and their appropriate use: monitor/screens, printers, speakers, head/earphones, digital projectors, plotters, activators
Storage devices and their appropriate use: hard disks, optical storage devices, magnetic tape, drives, flash memory devices
Communication devices and their appropriate use: modems, routers, hubs, network interface cards in fixed and mobile systems
The advantages and disadvantages of a variety of input, output, storage and communication devices
User interfaces: human-machine interfaces – graphical, command line, direct neural interface.
Software
Section
Systems software: operating systems, utility software, drivers
Applications software: word processors, desktop publishing software, spreadsheets, database management software, multimedia software, slideshow software, web
authoring software, photo-editing software, video-editing software, graphics manipulation software, communications software (e.g. social networking software, chat, instant
messaging, web browsers, file transfer and email clients), presentation software, gaming software
Programming software: compilers, debuggers, interpreters, linkers, editors
Appropriate uses of software
The advantages and disadvantages of different software applications
The different file types used to support software: image, audio, video, document and executable types.
Exchanging information Communications
Section
Communication services: voice telephones, SMS (text messages), instant messaging, fax, email, chat rooms, forums, bulletin boards, Voice-over-IP (VoIP), video conferencing,
advantages and disadvantages of using different methods of communication
Sharing, exchanging and managing information: sharing files (file naming conventions and online safety version control), the secure transfer of data and secure access
(read/write permissions)
The safe and responsible use of communication services: showing respect towards others, complying with data protection regulations, staying safe (disclosure of personal
data, using appropriate language, misuse of images)
Communications software: web browsers, email software, messaging and file transfer
The use of the internet: communication, commerce, leisure and information retrieval
Controlling ICT systems remotely: remote controls, remote access to computer systems
Monitoring and tracking systems: worker monitoring/logging, cookies, key logging, worker call monitoring/recording, electronic consumer surveillance, mobile phone
triangulation, automatic number plate recognition, CCTV cameras
Emerging technologies: wireless communication, Wi-Fi, mobile technologies, Bluetooth technology, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), and other emerging
connection/communication technologies.
Presenting information
Section
Types and purposes of different ways of presenting information: word processing and desktop publishing (DTP) software, slideshow, multimedia and web authoring software
the Use of ICT tools and features/facilities for presenting information with regard to efficiency and quality of work, ease of transfer
Integration between and within software applications: integrating sections from one application into another, charts, tables, original graphics from programs into word
processing files.
Manipulating Data
Data Management
Section
Different data types: alphanumeric, text, numeric (integer, currency, percentages, number of decimal places and fractions), date/time, limited choice (drop-down list, radio
buttons, tick lists), object, logical/Boolean (Yes/No, Male/Female) types
the Main issues governing the design of file structures: folders, subfolders, filenames, file types, paths, how encoding affects data entry and retrieval
The main issues governing the design of data capture methods – advantages and disadvantages of using different data capture and collection methods: forms questionnaires,
online forms, chip and PIN, OMR, barcode reader, voice recognition, biometrics, and RFID tags
Validation: range checks, type checks, format checks, presence checks, check digits, parity checks
Verification: batch totals, hash totals, double keying, visual checks.
Data handling software
Section
The features of spreadsheet software: cells, cell references, rows, columns (and their height and width), show row/column labels, enter and edit cell content, key fields, cell
gridlines, cell ranges, replication, formatting, merging cells, formulae, functions, automatic recalculation, sorting rows/columns, graph/chart, creation and development to suit
numerical information (bar chart, pie chart, line graph, scattergram and the use of scales, a title, axis title and key/legend), layout of worksheets and linked sheets
The features of modelling software: how a data model may be used to answer ‘what if’ questions and the benefit of being able to answer such questions using a data model
The features of database software: field (column) and record (row), field names, key field (unique), primary key, file; create a database, insert/delete field/record, enter and
edit field contents, organise and select records, view database structure, control the content of reports by selection of fields and use of headings, control the format of reports
(header and footer), creation and development of charts/graphs
Typical tasks for which data handling software can be used: organising data, collecting data, amending existing data, deleting redundant data, select/search/filter records, sort
on one or more fields (in ascending and descending order), merging data, report production.
Data modelling: ‘what if’ questions, formulae, functions, variables, modelling different scenarios, verification of results (accuracy and plausibility)
The use of relational databases and spreadsheets: flatfile vs relational databases.
Emerging data handling applications: models for financial forecasting, queuing, weather forecasting, flight simulators, expert systems for decision making.
Keeping data safe and secure
Section
Backups and archiving: taking backups of data/programs, keeping information/archives safe, use of backing storage media
Secure and safe practices in the use of ICT: protecting data from accidental destruction, protecting data from deliberate damage
Appropriate User Security methods and devices: user IDs, password, encryption, restricted physical access (e.g. biometric scans, electronic passes), restricted access to data
(e.g. hierarchy of passwords, access rights, encryption), monitoring (e.g. transaction logs)
Malicious software and the damage it can cause: viruses, key logging software, other malware
The procedures users can take to minimise risks of damage caused by malicious software: anti-virus software, firewalls, malware detection
How to avoid the loss/disclosure of personal data to unauthorised users
What is meant by data encryption and when and why it is used
2.1.6
Legal, social, ethical and environmental issues when using ICT
Section
The main aspects of legislation relating to the use of ICT: the computer misuse, data protection, copyright design and patents acts and other legislation as it applies to the use
of ICT
The potential health problems related to the prolonged use of ICT systems: stress, eye problems, wrist problems, Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI), back and neck problems
The need for good design of user interfaces and their impact on the health of users
How ICT systems can affect the quality of life experienced by persons with disabilities: screen filters, voice recognition software, text to voice software, customised desktop
environments, Braille keyboards, specialist input devices, communication and control device, software accessibility options
A range of safety issues related to using computers and measures needed for prevention of accidents: taking breaks, appropriate lighting, eye tests, wrist rests and other
support devices, adjustable seating, monitor positioning, avoiding hazards, electrical safety measures
The environmental impact of digital devices: their use, deployment and eventual recycling and disposal
The social and ethical implications of the electronic transmission of personal information: monitoring/detecting loss or corruption of information, preventing the abuse of
personal information, the purpose and costing of national databases, security of public data, links between public and private databases, national identity cards, CCTV,
government access to personal data, the surveillance society.
2.1.7
Using ICT systems
How ICT systems are used
Section
The correct procedures to start, access, exit and shutdown ICT systems
The selection and appropriate adjustment of system settings and user preferences
The selection and use of the features of user interfaces
The management of folder structures and files to ensure the safe storage and retrieval of information
Networking: the main types of network, the components and advantages and disadvantages of networked systems.
Troubleshooting
Section
Common problems encountered when using ICT systems: software freeze, error dialogues, storage full, paper jams, hardware malfunction
Troubleshooting activities: hardware troubleshooting, software troubleshooting
The difference between hardware and software problems, and how these can be solved.
2.1.8
Monitoring, measurement and control technology
Section
The different types of sensor and their suitable uses: sensors and actuators for visible, tactile, audible and other physical signals
The advantages and disadvantages of computerised data logging
Writing a sequence of instructions to control a screen image or external device: light buzzers, sound or turtle, using repeated instructions, procedures and variables
The use of ICT to control and monitor areas of everyday living: applications that utilise data logging and control, analogue-digital conversion, control and feedback loops and
the associated hardware and software.
2.1.9
ICT and modern living
Section
How ICT systems have changed the way people go about their daily lives: communication, shopping, gaming, entertainment, education and training, banking and financial
services, social networking, online/remote working, the advantages/benefits and disadvantages/dangers of using ICT/internet
The impact of emerging technologies on organisations: artificial intelligence, robotics, biometrics, vision enhancement, computer-assisted translation, quantum cryptography,
3D and holographic imaging, 3D printing, virtual reality.
Subject: Mathematics
Unit 1 (re-sits) and Unit 2 (ALL)
Number of Students – Unit 2 – ALL of Year 10
Exam Date(s) Unit 1 – 11th June, Unit 2 – 13th June
UNIT 1 – Foundation Overview
1. Statistics
3. Number
• Handling data cycle
• Four operations
• Data collection
• Decimals
• Data representation
• Percentages
• Analysing data
• Equivalent fractions
• Interpreting data
• Accuracy
2. Probability
• Use of calculators
• Probability measures
4. Algebra
• Relative frequency and
• Notation
theoretical probability
• Graphs
• Mutually exclusive
5. Geometry and Measures
outcomes
• Angles at a point
• Scales and units
Revision
UNIT 2 – Foundation Overview
1. Number
3. Geometry
• The four operations
• Angles and triangles
• Factors and multiples
• Symmetry
• Squares, cubes and roots
• Parallel lines
• Index laws
• Quadrilaterals
• Fractions, decimals and
• Perimeter and area
percentages
• 3-D shapes
• Inverse operations
• Area and volume
• Recurring decimals
• Parts of a circle
• Finding percentages
4. Measures
• Ratio
• Scales and units
• Accuracy
• Compound measures
2. Algebra
• Expressions
• Factorising
• Sequences
• Formulae
• Coordinates in 2-D
• Straight line graphs
• Real-life graphs
Revision
Thursdays after college:
 ALL Data Handling
topics
 Mymaths
Thursdays after college:
 Algebra, Shape,
Number
 Mymaths
UNIT 1 – Higher Overview
1. Statistics
• Handling data cycle
• Data collection
• Data Representation
• Analysing data
• Interpreting data
• Sampling
• Box plots, histograms and
cumulative frequency
2. Probability
• Probability measures
• Relative probability
• Mutually exclusive
outcomes
• Mutually exclusive and
independent events
• Tree diagrams
• Addition and multiplication
of probabilities
3. Number
• Four operations
• Decimals
• Percentages
• Equivalent fractions
• Compound interest
• Accuracy
• Use of calculators
4. Algebra
• Notation
• Graphs
• Graphs of functions
5. Geometry and Measures
• Angles at a point
• Scales and units
UNIT 2 – Higher Overview
3. Geometry
1. Number
• The four operations
• Factors and multiples
• Cubes, roots and squares
• Index Laws
• Standard form
• Surds
• Fractions, decimals and
percentages
• Inverse operations
• Accuracy
• Recurring decimals
• Finding percentages
• Ratio
2. Algebra
• Expressions
• Factorising
• Formulae
• Rational expressions
• Sequences
• Coordinates in 2-D and 3-D
• Straight line graphs
• Gradients of lines
• Real life graphs
• Angles and triangles
• Quadrilaterals
• Symmetry
• Polygons
• Parts of a circle
• Perimeter and area
• Circle theorems
• 3-D shapes
• Volume
4. Measures
• Scales and measures
• Compound measures
Revision
Thursdays after college:
 ALL Data Handling
topics
 Mymaths
Revision
Thursdays after college:
 Algebra, Shape,
Number
 Mymaths
Subject: Science
Topics
Triple Science classes
Double award classes
Single award classes
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Revision Clubs/Websites/Revision Books
In-class revision planned. On-going since mid-April until mid-June
CGP revision guides and workbooks
Lonsdale revision guides and workbooks
Nelson Thornes revision guides and workbooks
Biology 2 and Physics 2 exam paper revision packs
Availability of science teachers for help before school and any lunchtime from 12:50pm
In-class revision planned. On-going until mid-June
CGP revision guides and workbooks
Nelson Thornes revision guides and workbooks
Biology 1, Chemistry 1 and Physics 1 exam paper revision packs
Availability of science teachers for help before school and any lunchtime from 12:50pm
In-class revision planned. On-going since mid-April until mid-June
CGP revision guides and workbooks
Nelson Thornes revision guides and workbooks
Biology 1 and Physics 1 exam paper revision packs
Availability of science teachers for help before school and any lunchtime from 12:50pm
Subjects: Sociology
Number of Students: 23
Exam Date(s): 19th June 2012
Topics
Revision Clubs/Websites/Revision Books
Revision Booklets, and past papers have been photocopied provided.
Research Methods
Revision session on the 6th of June
Revision Booklets, and past papers have been photocopied provided.
Socialisation, Culture and Identity
Revision session on the 6th of June
Year 10 Study Clubs 2011-12
LUNCHTIME
Monday
AFTER SCHOOL
ICT
Ms Persaud
GEOGRAPHY
Ms Devlin
Tuesday
SCIENCE
(12.50-1.20pm)
Ms Ayoade/Ms Ahmed/
Ms Ionta/ Mrs Manoharan –
Lab 2
Wednesday
SCIENCE
(12.50-1.20pm)
Ms Ayoade/Ms Ahmed/
Ms Ionta/ Mrs Manoharan –
Lab 2
Spanish
Ms Vega
Spanish
Ms Vega
MATHS (?)
ART
Mrs Heath /Mr Pantelides
MUSIC
Ms McDaid
ICT
Ms Haynes
DRAMA
Mr Jackson
Thursday
SCIENCE
(12.50-1.20pm)
Ms Ayoade/Ms Ahmed/
Ms Ionta/ Mrs Manoharan –
Lab 2
ENGLISH (?)
Friday
HISTORY
Mr Davison
MEDIA STUDIES
Mr Lobo
WHITSUN HALF-TERM REVISION CENTRE TIMETABLE
WEDNESDAY 6th JUNE – THURSDAY 7th JUNE 2012
SESSION
1
WEDNESDAY
SUBJECT
Y11
MATHS
(9:00 -10:00)
2
(10:00 - 11:00)
Y11
Creative Media
ICT OCR National
(Unit 1 ONLY)
Y11
Creative Media
ICT OCR National
(Unit 1 ONLY)
Y11
MATHS
THURSDAY
TEACHER(S)
Mr Love
Mr Rauf
Mr Gray
Ms McKenzie
Mr Gursel
TEACHER(S)
ROOM
Ms Duffy
LRC
LRC
Y11
HISTORY
Ms Thomas
12
Ms Duffy
LRC
Y11
HISTORY
Ms Thomas
12
Mr Love
Mr Rauf
Mr Gray
Ms McKenzie
Mr Gursel
Maths
Rooms
Ms Duffy
LRC
Ms Duffy
ROOM
Maths
Rooms
SUBJECT
Y11
Creative Media
ICT OCR National
(unit 1 ONLY)
Y11
Creative Media
ICT OCR National
(Unit 1 ONLY)
BREAK TIME (11:00 -11:15)
WHITSUN HALF-TERM REVISION CENTRE TIMETABLE
WEDNESDAY 6th JUNE – THURSDAY 7th JUNE 2012
SESSION
3
WEDNESDAY
SUBJECT
Y10
GEOGRAPHY
Y10
SOCIOLOGY
MATHS
(11:15 -12:15)
Y11
Creative Media
ICT OCR National
(unit 1 ONLY)
Y10
GEOGRAPHY
4
MATHS
(12:15 -13:15)
Y10
SOCIOLOGY
Y11
Creative Media
ICT OCR National
(unit 1 ONLY)
TEACHER(S)
Ms Leach
THURSDAY
ROOM
13
Ms Ahazie
12
Mr Love
Mr Rauf
Mr Gray
Ms McKenzie
Mr Gursel
Maths
Rooms
Ms Duffy
LRC
Ms Leach
13
Mr Love
Mr Rauf
Mr Gray
Ms McKenzie
Mr Gursel
Ms Ahazie
Ms Duffy
SUBJECT
Y11
HISTORY
Y11
Creative Media
ICT OCR National
(unit 1 ONLY)
Y11
HISTORY
TEACHER(S)
ROOM
Ms Thomas
12
Ms Duffy
LRC
Ms Thomas
12
Ms Duffy
LRC
Maths 1
Maths 2
12
LRC
Y11
Creative Media
ICT OCR National
(unit 1 ONLY)
Summer 2012 External Examinations Timetable
Year 10
Date
Start
Friday 18 May
09:00
13:30
Length
of Exam
02:30
00:50
01:00
01:00
00:45
AQA
Monday 21 May
09:00
09:00
13:30
09:00
13:30
13:30
01:30
01:00
01:00
EDEXL/GCSE
09:00
10:05
13:30
01:00
01:00
00:50
AQA
Monday 28 May
09:00
09:00
00:50
00:50
OCR
01:00
01:00
01:00
01:00
02:30
OCR
Wednesday 30 May
09:00
09:00
13:30
13:30
13:30
09:00
01:00
Wednesday 23 May
Friday 25 May
Friday 1 June
Level
Years
Involved
Russian A-Level Unit 2 - Written Response
Polish GCSE Unit 1 - Listening Exam
GCE/B
GCSE/B
10
9, 10
BL2FP
BL2HP
46951H
Biology Unit 2 Tier F
Biology Unit 2 Tier H
Spanish Unit 1: Listening Tier H
GCSE/B
GCSE/B
GCSE/B
10
10
10, 11
5RS1001
A834/01
A824/01
RE - Rom.Cath Christianity Unit 10
Portuguese GCSE: Writing Written Paper
Persian GCSE: Writing Written Paper
GCSE/B
GCSE/B
GCSE/B
10
10, 11
10
46852
46854
46952H
Polish GCSE Unit 2 - Reading Exam
Polish GCSE Unit 4 - Writing Exam
Spanish Unit 2: Reading Tier H
GCSE/B
GCSE/B
GCSE/B
9, 10, 11
9, 10, 11
10, 11
A831/01
A821/01
Portuguese GCSE: Listening Written
Persian GCSE: Listening Written
GCSE/B
GCSE/B
10, 11
10
EDEXL/GCE
A833/01
A823/01
PH2FP
PH2HP
6RU0401
Portuguese GCSE: Reading Written
Persian GCSE: Reading Written
Physics Unit 2 Tier F
Physics Unit 2 Tier H
Russian A-Level Unit 4 - Written Resp. & Research
GCSE/B
GCSE/B
GCSE/B
GCSE/B
GCE/B
10, 11
10
10
10
10
OCR
B061/02
ICT in Today's World - written exam
GCSE/B
10, 11
Board
EDEXL/GCE
AQA
AQA
AQA
OCR
OCR
AQA
AQA
OCR
OCR
AQA
AQA
Component
Code
Component Title
6RU0201
46851
Monday 4 June - Friday 8 June = Half-Term Holiday
Summer 2012 External Examinations Timetable
Year 10
Length
Component
Board
of
Component Title
Code
Exam
13:30 01:15 EDEXL/GCSE 5MB1F01 Mathematics B1 [Foundation] - Calculator
13:30 01:15 EDEXL/GCSE 5MB1H01 Mathematics B1 [Higher] - Calculator
Level
Years Involved
GCSE/B
GCSE/B
10
10
Tuesday 12 June
09:00
09:00
01:00
01:00
AQA
GCSE/B
GCSE/B
10
10
Wednesday 13
June
09:00
09:00
01:15
01:15
EDEXL/GCSE
GCSE/B
GCSE/B
10
10
Thursday 14
June
09:00
09:00
01:30
01:30
AQA
Friday 15 June
13:30
13:30
01:00
01:00
AQA
Tuesday 19 June
09:00
09:00
01:00
01:00
OCR
Wednesday 20
June
09:00
09:00
01:00
01:00
AQA
Date
Monday 11 June
Start
AQA
BL1FP
BL1HP
Biology Unit 1 Tier F
Biology Unit 1 Tier H
5MB2F01 Mathematics Unit 2 Non Calculator [F]
EDEXL/GCSE 5MB2H01 Mathematics Unit 2 Non Calculator [H]
AQA
AQA
OCR
AQA
40301F
40301H
Geography A Unit 1 Tier F
Geography A Unit 1 Tier H
GCSE/B
GCSE/B
10, 11
10
CH1FP
CH1HP
Chemistry Unit 1 Tier F
Chemistry Unit 1 Tier H
GCSE/B
GCSE/B
10
10
H&S:Ustd Prsnl Dvlp & Rltns - Written Exam
Sociology: Basics - Written Paper
GCSE/B
GCSE/B
10
10
Physics Unit 1 Tier F
Physics Unit 1 Tier H
GCSE/B
GCSE/B
10
10
A912/01
B671/01
PH1FP
PH1HP