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Information and Software Technology (Computing)

People can expect to work and live in environments requiring highly developed levels of computing and technological literacy. Current technologies are becoming obsolete at a rapid rate and new generations will need to be flexible to accommodate changes as they emerge. It is important that students learn about, choose and use appropriate information and software technology and develop an informed awareness of its capacities, scope, limitations and implications. Technological competence in the rapidly evolving area of information and software technology will require lifelong learning.

Years 7-10

The study of Information and Software Technology in Years 7–10 assists students to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to solve problems in real life contexts. Through experiential and collaborative tasks, students engage in processes of analysing, designing, producing, testing, documenting, implementing and evaluating information and software technology-based solutions. Creative, critical and meta-cognitive thinking skills are developed through students' practical involvement in projects.

Students in the lab

Students are trained to use industry-standard software such as Macromedia Dreamweaver and Macromedia Flash. They gain an understanding of modern technologies and techniques in video editing, robotics, and software design, as well as being taught high-level design and presentation skills that will be of benefit to them in all areas of their schooling and beyond.

Course options include:

·           Artificial Intelligence, Simulation and Modelling

·           Authoring and Multimedia

·           Database Design

·           Digital Media

·           Internet and Website Development

·           Networking Systems

·           Robotics and Automated Systems

·           Software Development and Programming

Years 11-12

Students have the opportunity to study Information Technology and Software Development in their senior years.

Information Technology is for students wishing to achieve competencies leading to entry-level employment and/or further education and training in an industry where information technology is used and supported. The skills are also applicable to any person who uses computers as part of their daily routine.

Students concentrate on developing a range of skills, including oral and written communication skills, teamwork skills, efficient use of a range of software application package, essential hardware management and occupational health and safety competencies.

Students who are assessed as competent in all the units of competency in Information Technology will be eligible for an AQF Certificate III in Information Technology.

Students who are assessed as competent for some units of competency will be eligible for a Statement of Attainment showing partial completion of Certificate I, II or III in Information Technology.

Software Design & Development is designed to give students an appreciation of the issues surrounding software development and an understanding of the process of computer software design, as well as to provide them with the technical skills to build their own software applications.

Students study a range of topics including social and ethical issues such as intellectual property and copyright, the processes and tools used in software design, and an introduction to project management and the software design lifecycle including testing and maintenance of software applications.

Students also learn to build software applications in an industry standard programming language called VisualBasic.Net. They produce at least one major software application using modern software design techniques and modeling.

In addition, students complete a topic on the evolution of programming languages. Through this, students gain an understanding of a number of different programming languages, such as LISP and Prolog, and their respective strengths and weaknesses.