Level 2 Computer Science
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr D. Hansen.
Programming on Arduino, CAD, and Computer Science concepts.
This university-approved subject builds on the skills and knowledge learnt in Level 1 Digital Technology. Students may take this course without doing Level 1 Digital Technology, but they should have programmed before and have some understanding of the design process.
In this course, students will do a year-long C++ Arduino project to teach them advanced programming and documentation skills. If digital is a career choice, we recommend doing the optional external standard, which is essay-style answers done in a 3-hour exam.
Past projects have included; The sensor package for a water bottle rocket and a ‘useless box’ that turns itself off in several different funny ways.
This course leads into the Level 3 Digital Technology course and offers a strong pathway to a career in science, cybersecurity and software development among others. It will also appeal to students who have an interest in problem-solving and logical thinking.
Note: Some of the same achievement standards are taught in Mechatronics. Check with your teacher if you want to choose more than two subjects as you can only be awarded the credits once.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
A non-Chromebook laptop is required, however, other electronics and materials will be provided by the school.
Cost $80
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Digital Technologies and Hangarau Matihiko 2.5 - Use advanced techniques to develop an electronics outcome
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Digital Technologies and Hangarau Matihiko 2.7 - Use advanced programming techniques to develop a computer program
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Digital Technologies and Hangarau Matihiko 2.8 - Use advanced processes to develop a digital technologies outcome
Optional Assessments
This course offers the following optional standards, which will be agreed upon in consultation with your teacher.
External
NZQA Info
Digital Technologies and Hangarau Matihiko 2.9 - Demonstrate understanding of a computer science concept