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COMPUTER STUDIES SCHEMES OF WORK JUNIOR SECONDARY 2016

GRADE 8 TERM I

DURATION TOPIC DETAILS METHODS/OBJECTIVES AIDS REFERENCES

(WEEKS) PROJECTS
Introduction to computer studies. Simple definition of a computer as a Technology Applications - Prentice hall
2 What is a Computer machine for processing information Pg 4-12
(a)What is Computer Hardware but also as a general purpose Online References are also recommended
(b) Identifying various basic machine capable of doing many e.g resources at www.cie.org.uk under
different tasks following instructions computers for 9-12 years.
hardware and peripheral
from the user; there are also special
devices
purpose or dedicated systems
Explain what processing is,/ in simple
terms- e.g to change information
from one form to another;
Explain why computers are reliable
and useful – speed/accuracy, don’t
get bored, do repetitive tasks,
enhance our work;
Types of Computers and uses versus
computing power e.g. super
computers; mainframes; minis
Outline basic uses- typing documents
Calculations graphs charts; keeping
records; communication and Internet
browsing; Process control e.g.
Appliances and machines
Identifying the basic computer
system parts- input, processing and
output parts;

Introduction to computer studies. Discussion and use of available Technology Applications - Prentice hall
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2 Input /Output Basics teaching aids. Pg 20-24

- Basic input Devices e.g. Keyboard, Consideration of input devices basic
Mouse, Microphone, Joystick etc and extended- keyboard mouse,
- Automated input devices e.g. joystick, MICR, OCR,OMR Scanner,
Barcode Reader
Scanner, Bar code readers, MICR,
Include brief consideration of at least
OCR
one advantage/disadvantage of each.
- Basic Output Devices, Monitors,
Speakers Printers
- Input-processes
output operations
2 Introduction to computer studies. Discussion Technology Applications - Prentice hall
Storage Basics Orient leaners Pg 32-40
- Understanding computer storage
- Classifying storage devices
- Common storage devices including
flash memory disks
;CDs, CD –R, CD-RW, DVD

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(WEEKS) PROJECTS
Basic Operations Discussion Technology Applications -
3 System Software Basics Use of computer Prentice hall
- Introduction to the Operating system Pg 48-52
- What is an operating system
- What it does
- Identify types of user interfaces
Describe a Graphical User interface
3 Basic Operations Discussion Revise ICT – Letts Edition
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Health & safety issues in the use of computers Use of computer Pg 148-149
- Bad posture and physical stress
- Repetitive strain injury
- Hazards resulting from equipment
- Comfortable seating
- Suitable desk and vdu position
- Precautions
• Care for Computer Systems

G8 TERM II
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MCM NKANA SECONDARY SCHOOL
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COMPUTER STUDIES SCHEMES OF WORK JUNIOR SECONDARY 2016

DURATION TOPIC DETAILS METHODS/OBJECTIVES AIDS REFERENCES

(WEEKS) PROJECTS
2 Basic Operations Discussion Revise ICT – Letts Edition
Security & Viruses Use of computer Pg 121-125
- Importance of security to computer
systems
- Some typical consequences of data loss
- Measures to guard against
- Viruses as the main danger to software
- Effects of viruses
-precautions and guard
Generic Application Software Discussions/Practical / Use of Technology Applications -
2 - A brief Introduction to Windows Basics Computers Prentice hall
- Types of Application Software Pg 60- 68
- A brief description of software for
Typing documents,
- Carrying out calculations,
- Keeping records,
- Communications,
- Presentations, and Multimedia
Applications

3 Technology Applications -
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Generic Application Software Discussions/Practical / Use of Prentice hall

Word processing Basics Computers Pg 76-84
• Key in and Edit Text
• Manipulation and Formatting
• Proof Reading

4 Generic Application Software Discussions/Practical / Use of Technology Applications -

Word processing Basics Computers Prentice hall
• Print Preview and Printing Pg 76-84
• Saving Files
• Handling Simple Graphics

G8 TERM III
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COMPUTER STUDIES SCHEMES OF WORK JUNIOR SECONDARY 2016

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(WEEKS)
Generic Application Software Discussions/Practical / Use of Computers Technology Applications -
4 Spreadsheet Basics Prentice hall
Introduction to Spreadsheets Pg 92-100
- Entering and editing simple
data
- Adding simple Formulae
- Saving and Printing

Generic Application Software Discussions/Practical / Use of Computers Technology Applications -

Introduction to Publishing Basics Prentice hall
3 - Publishing and uses Pg 92-100
Pre-designed layouts or Templates
Fonts
Elementary Graphics
Colours and Fonts
Clip art/Re-designed graphics
Generic Application Software Discussions/Practical / Use of Computers Technology Applications -
2 Multimedia Basics(I) Prentice hall
Introduction to multimedia files Pg
- Graphics
multimedia files and formats
- Video and Audio
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G9 TERM I
DURATION METHODS/OBJECTIVES AIDS PROJECTS REFERENCES
(WEEKS)
Applications of computers in everyday Discussions/Practical / Use of Computers Technology Applications -
life Prentice hall
2 Household, Entertainment and Pg 92-100
recreation appliances
• Office Equipment
• Industrial and Commercial
• Computer based learning
2 Introduction to Computer Studies( II) Discussions/Practical / Use of Computers Technology Applications -
Terminology of a computer system. Prentice hall
• Peripheral devices Pg 92-100
• Input-process-output operations
2 Generic Application Software Hands on practical Technology Applications -
Word processing Basics II Prentice hall
Keyboard skills Pg 92-100
• Document setup and layout
• Search and replace
• Copying text from other document
windows
• Pagination
• Page formatting
- • Finding and file retrieval

DURATION TOPIC DETAILS METHODS/OBJECTIVES AIDS REFERENCES

 MOPANI COPPER MINES PLC
MCM NKANA SECONDARY SCHOOL
FM-CA-030
COMPUTER STUDIES SCHEMES OF WORK JUNIOR SECONDARY 2016

(WEEKS) PROJECTS
Generic Application Software Word Processing(ii) Hands on practical Technology Applications -
4 Charts , Diagrams and pictures Prentice hall
• Text wrapping Pg. 80-84
• Importing Text
• Manipulation of pre-designed
templates
Technology Applications -
 Colours and Fonts Prentice hall
Amending a spread sheet Pg. 92-100
• Formatting cells
• Sorting data
• Entering and applying formula
• Charts
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MCM NKANA SECONDARY SCHOOL
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COMPUTER STUDIES SCHEMES OF WORK JUNIOR SECONDARY 2016

GRADE 9 TERM 2

DURATION TOPIC DETAILS METHODS/OBJECTIVES AIDS REFERENCES

(WEEKS) PROJECTS
4 Multimedia Basics(II) Discussions/ Use of Computers Computers and information
 Digitising images systems By L Long
• Video & Audio
Applications of Computers in Everyday Life
Household appliances
• Computer based learning (CBL)
• Computers in banking and e-commerce
• Point of Sale
• Magnetic cards and smart cards
Exploring Networks and Communications Discussions/ Use of Computers Computers and information
3 • Networking systems By L Long
• The Internet
• Web browsers

Exploring Networks and Communications Hands on practical Computers and information

4 • Using search engines systems , L Long
• Email

G 9TERM 3
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TOPIC DETAILS METHODS/OBJECTIVES AIDS REFERENCES

DURATION PROJECTS
(WEEKS)
3 Issues for Computer Users Discussions Computer studies
• Security Dry run exercises N Kalicharan
• Copyright
3 Revisions and Exam Practice Discussions Specimen Paper samples
Dry run exercises