● Understand what an algorithm is and what algorithms are used for

● Be able to interpret algorithms presented as flowcharts and in text format

● Understand the structural components of a program (command sequences, selection, repetition, inputs and outputs) 

● Understand different data types (number (integer, real), text (char, string), Boolean) and arithmetic operators (add, subtract, divide, multiply) 

● Understand the key features of digital devices (tablets, smartphones, laptops, desktop PCs) 

● Be able to select appropriate software that meets the specified needs of a project 

● Understand the environmental impact of technology (energy use, resources, e-waste) on society 

● Understand the structure of a given database (record, field, table) 

● Understand the need for managing files and folder structures

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● Be able to design and use computational abstractions that model the state and behaviour of real-world problems and physical systems

● Understand the purpose of, and how to use, arithmetic operators (add, subtract, divide, multiply, modulus, integer division) and the order of operations (BIDMAS) 

● Be able to write and interpret programs in a high-level textual programming language. Any code in questions will use Python 3 code. 

● Be able to convert storage capacities into different units of measurement  

● Understand the function of the hardware components of a computer system (central processing unit (CPU), main memory, secondary storage, input and output devices) 

● Understand the different types of networks (local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), personal area network (PAN)) 

● Understand how a relational database is structured (tables, records, fields, primary keys, foreign keys, relationships) 

● Understanding of what algorithms are, what they are used for and how they work; ability to interpret, amend and create algorithms.

● Understanding the requirements for writing program code.

● Understanding how to develop program code and constructs, data types, structures, input/output, operators and subprograms.

● Understanding of binary representation, data representation, data storage and compression, and encryption.

● Understanding of components of computer systems; ability to construct truth tables, produce logic statements and read and interpret pseudocode.

● Understanding of computer networks, the internet and the world wide web.

gain knowledge and understanding of Information and Communication Technology 

● develop skills to apply knowledge and understanding to produce ICT-based solutions 

● Develop skills to apply knowledge and understanding to produce ICT-based solutions

● Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the concepts of information technology

● Apply knowledge and understanding of the concepts of information technology

● Analyse and evaluate information technology problems

● Use analysis and evaluation to design solutions.

● Essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other

● Competence and confidence in mastering practical skills, such as producing coding for the web and relational databases

● Their interest in and enthusiasm for the subject, including developing an interest in further study and careers associated with the subject.

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