11DGT

Level 1 Digital Technology

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr H. Carr.

Students will have an introduction to programming which involves the Python programming language and Web development. The coursework will involve learning programming skills and considerations of end users. 

It is intended for students who may be interested in a career in software engineering or an enjoyment of mathematics or logical problem solving. 

Course Overview

Term 1
Introduction to HTML, CSS and web development techniques.

Term 2
Extending web development skills with image editing and JavaScript.

Assessment.

Term 3
Python Programming.

Term 4
Python GUIs and PyGame library

Preview for Year 12 with PHP Databases.

Recommended Prior Learning

Achievement at the expected curriculum level in Year 10 Technology, or with HOF approval.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Having a laptop that can install Anaconda Spyder for Python is highly recommended. This allow work to be done at home.

Pathway

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 15 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 5 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 92004 v2
NZQA Info
Digital Technologies 1.1 - Create a computer program
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92005 v3
NZQA Info
Digital Technologies 1.2 - Develop a digital technologies outcome
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92006 v2
NZQA Info
Digital Technologies 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of usability in human-computer interfaces
Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 15
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Course selection will depend on the option lines and student numbers. There is no guarantee that the courses you select now will all be available for you in 2024.