COURSE |
ICS3U-E |  |
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| NAME | Introduction to Computer Science, Grade 11, Engineering Emphasis | ||
TYPE |
University/College | ||
DATE |
2024 09 01 | ||
DOCUMENTS |
Computer Studies, The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12, 2008 | ||
| Growing Success: Assessment, Evaluation and Reporting in Ontario Schools, 2010 | |||
INSTRUCTOR |
C. D'Arcy | ||
CREDIT |
1.0 | ||
HOURS |
110 | ||
PREREQUISITE |
ICD2O-E | ||
MATURITY |
5(0-New Course; 5-Established) | ||
OVERVIEW |
This course introduces students to computer science. Students will design software independently and as part of a team, using industry-standard programming tools and applying the software development life-cycle model. They will also write and use subprograms within computer programs. Students will develop creative solutions for various types of problems as their understanding of the computing environment grows. They will also explore environmental and ergonomic issues, emerging research in computer science, and global career trends in computer-related fields. |  |
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EMPHASIS |
This course focuses on interfacing projects using the Arduino open source electronics prototyping platform. | ||
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| STRATEGIES | Code units are project-based. Teacher demonstrations and hands-on circuit research and assembly provide the students with the necessary terminology and methodology to meet the expectations. Classroom discussions, collaborative and co-operative learning, research, report writing and taking notes will assist students in achieving success. Upon completion of this course, students will demonstrate the ability to apply skills and knowledge to practical situations that involve the completion of work assignments and problem-solving activities. |  |
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| EVALUATION | DER: 60% (DER: Formal Project Reports) |
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| STRANDS | Fundamentals: Arduino Architecture, digital logic theory, integrated circuits, peripheral components, solar technology and applications | ||
| Skills: soldering, circuit board design and fabrication | |||
| Technology and Society: environmental and health issues | |||
| Professional Practice and Ethics: Canadian Council of Professional Engineers Code of Ethics |