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Unit Overview
In this unit students are introduced to some basic computing concepts and start to develop higher order thinking with some tough concepts of ethics.
Lesson 1 - What is a Computer?
In this lesson students are introduced to the course and learn how to define a computer.
Lesson 2 - The Importance of Computer Systems
In this lesson students explore the importance of computer systems by visualising what could happen if fundamental systems fail.
Lesson 3 - Reliability
In this lesson students explore the different measures for reliability in computer systems.
Lesson 4 - Professional Standards
A research activity where students explore professional standards in computing and report back to the class.
Lesson 5 - Legal, Ethical and Environmental Factors
A lesson looking at the effects on society of some computer systems.