Week 1

define a computer system describe the importance of computer

systems in the modern world explain the need for reliability in

computer systems explain the need for adherence to

suitable professional standards in the development, use and maintenance of computer systems

explain the importance of ethical, environmental and legal considerations when creating computer systems.

A computer system is made up of hardware and software components and is capable of: data input - using input devices http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YVlL9yCxpLw data processing - using a microprocessor, typically the Central

Processing Unit (CPU) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RHAso1yM-

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It may also be capable of: data storage - so data can be stored for later use data transmission - so data can be transferred to another

computer system As well as the personal computer, this definition applies to any

equipment which uses computer technology. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jaHfVAbQJgY

Create a poster to show examples of different computer systems.

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In pairs, choose one of the computer systems on your poster, and research how it’s function was carried out before computer technology was introduced.

Present your findings on a PPt to the rest of the class.

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Find a story on the internet of computer and answer the questions.

What was the failure? Why did it happen? What could be done to prevent it? Present your findings to the class in

the form of a news programme interview.