Computer Syllabus

Computer Fundamentals

· Describe the five generations of computers. With examples

· Define the peripherals of computer with example

· Differentiate between primary and secondary memory with example

· Define software

· Differentiate between system software and application software with examples

· Classify the software with examples of high level languages

· Understanding windows

Starting Programming

· Plan a sequence of instructions (an algorithm) to achieve a specified objective

· Create a program as a sequence of instructions to achieve a specified objective

· Correct (debug) a short program containing errors

Starting Email

· Create and send email messages.

· Reply to email messages

· Collect and read email messages.

· Use email Folders

· Forward email messages and copy to another recipient

Starting Searches

· Use keywords to search for information

· Use buttons, menus and indexes to search for and navigate to information

· Provide evidence of research undertaken

· Select appropriate keywords

· Select appropriate results/websites/webpages