Level 3 Computer Science
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr B. Gillies.
Students who complete this course will gain an in-depth knowledge of the fundamental principles in complex Computer Programming, Computer Science, Networking and cloud based Databasing. Knowledge of programming principles will give students an insight into software development across a range of disciplines and lead to careers in all areas of Information and Communications Technology as well as many other fields of study.
Examples of student work - https://sites.google.com/hvhs.school.nz/technology/COMP/13COMP/programming/exemplars
For more detailed information on what the course involves visit the course website - https://sites.google.com/hvhs.school.nz/technology/COMP/13COMP?authuser=0
Note: This course is University Entrance approved.
Recommended Prior Learning
Reasonable success in Level 2 Computer Science, and in Mathematics/Science or at the discretion of the HOD.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Approximately $20.00.
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs.
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 3.3 - Use complex techniques to develop a database
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Digital Technologies and Hangarau Matihiko 3.6 - Use complex techniques to develop a network
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Digital Technologies and Hangarau Matihiko 3.7 - Use complex programming techniques to develop a computer program
NZQA Info
Digital Technologies and Hangarau Matihiko 3.9 - Analyse an area of computer science
Pathway Tags
Accountant, Accounts Officer, Advertising, Auditor, Biomedical Engineer, Business Analyst, Computer Support Technician, Contact Centre Worker, Data Entry Operator/Transcriptionist, Database/Systems Administrator, Electronics Engineer, Energy Auditor, Financial Adviser, Financial Dealer, Game Developer, Helpdesk/Support Technician, Information Technology Architect, Information and Communication Technology Manager, Loss Adjuster, Management Consultant, Manager Marketing, Mortgage Broker, Network Administrator, Network Engineer, Procurement Manager, Production Manager, Programmer, Real Estate Agent, Sales and Marketing, Software Architect, Systems Administrator, Telecommunications Engineer, Tertiary Lecturer, Test Analyst, Web Designer, Web Developer, Website Administrator, Debt Collector, Finance Manager, Payroll Officer, Actuary, Database,