Computing - KS4 Cambridge National in Information Technology

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R050 IT in the Digital World

In this unit pupils learn about essential IT concepts including design tools, human-computer interfaces, data and testing, cyber-security and legislation, digital communications, and the Internet of Everything (IoE).

This unit serves as the foundational unit for the course, providing essential underpinning knowledge of the IT industry. While pupils may have some familiarity with basic concepts like mind maps and research methods, most of the content introduces new learning about IT systems, processes, and industry practices that will support their understanding of later units.

R060 Data Manipulation using Spreadsheets

In this unit pupils learn how to plan, design, create, test and evaluate spreadsheet solutions to meet client requirements. While pupils may have some basic experience with spreadsheets, this unit develops their skills in using advanced features, formulas and tools to manipulate data effectively, focusing on creating practical business solutions that process and present information in a professional way.

This unit builds upon the foundational knowledge gained in R050, particularly in areas such as design tools, data handling, and testing methodologies, while extending pupils' practical skills from basic spreadsheet operations encountered in Key Stage 3 to more sophisticated data manipulation techniques required in business contexts. The understanding of business requirements, user needs, testing procedures, and evaluation methods developed in Year 9's Computing curriculum are directly applied here when planning, creating, and reviewing spreadsheet solutions.

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R070

In this unit pupils learn how to design, create, test and review an Augmented Reality (AR) model prototype to meet client requirements. While AR may be an entirely new concept for most pupils, they will learn about its various applications across different sectors, understand different types of AR and user interactions, and develop practical skills in creating AR prototypes.

This unit builds upon the design and testing principles learned in R050, while applying digital communication concepts to a cutting-edge technology context. The project management and client requirement skills developed in R060 are further enhanced here, as pupils create AR solutions that effectively present information to specific target audiences.

R050 IT in the Digital World (again)

We return to this unit to finish learning the last few aspects before revising and preparing for the final exam.

By returning to R050 for the terminal exam having studied most of the unit already and since completed projects for R060 and R070.