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Year 7 · Your subject space

Computing

Explore digital tools, programming and safe technology use.

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How to learn in Year 7 Computing

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Systems

  1. Physical components need instructions Free preview
  2. Working memory and saved files differ Free preview
  3. Instructions are processed in a sequence Free preview

Digital representation

  1. Two symbols can represent many values Full course
  2. A carry still has place value Full course
  3. Formats give bits their meaning Full course

Algorithms

  1. Keep the details that affect the task Full course
  2. A search needs a stopping rule Full course

Text programming

  1. Text and numbers behave differently Full course
  2. Assignment changes stored state Full course
  3. Input needs validation before arithmetic Full course
  4. A condition chooses the branch Full course

Networks

  1. A service is not the whole network Full course

Digital projects

  1. A clear chart can still show bad data Full course
  2. Success criteria should be testable Full course

Responsible use

  1. Pause before sharing or signing in Full course

Check your learning

  1. Year 7 Computing — course check Full course