COURSE
  ICS2O-E
NAME   Introduction to Computer Studies, Engineering Emphasis
TYPE
  Open
DATE
  2022 06 14
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
  0.5
HOURS
  55
PREREQUISITE
  none
MATURITY
  5 (0-New course; 5-Established)  
OVERVIEW
  This hands-on half-course builds on the Science 9 Unit, Introduction to Electricity. Students work their way through concepts in and analog and digital circuitry employing curriculum designed specifically for our RSGC ACES program. Topics include power, design and prototyping of analog circuits, logic, semiconductors, integrated circuits, communication as well as safety, environmental, and societal awareness. This course provides the foundation for our subsequent ICS3U-E AVR Foundations course.
EMPHASIS
  Part 1 of this course focuses on the fundamental electronics underlying all computer technology.  
RESOURCES  

DC Circuits, 6th Ed, C. D'Arcy. Design Engineering Series. 2022.
Toolkit
ACES' Web Site

STRATEGIES   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.
EVALUATION   Design Engineering Report: 70% (Formal Reports of In-Class Projects)
A Counting Circuit : 30%
Categories of Assessment:
Knowledge & Understanding/Thinking, Problem-Solving/Communication/Application
 
STRANDS   Fundamentals: basic components, digital logic, integrated circuits  
    Skills: measuring and analyzing circuit properties with a digital multimeter, reading datasheets and schematics, breadboard prototyping, circuit board assembly and soldering, circuit encasement design and implementation, advanced Word techniques, technical writing, video presentation techniques, etc.  
    Technology and Society: environmental and health issues  
    Professional Practice and Ethics: Canadian Council of Professional Engineers Code of Ethics