1. Course Overview This course encourages candidates to develop their knowledge and understanding of computer systems, the principles of computing (including programming) and how these are applied to the solution of problems. The AS Level is made up of 2 Units: Unit F451 – Computer Fundamentals Unit F452 - Programming Techniques and Logical Methods

5. Unit F451 Computer Fundamentals 3.1.1 Components of a Computer System 3.1.2 Software 3.1.3 Data: Its representation, structure and management in information systems 3.1.4 Hardware 3.1.5 Data transmission 3.1.6 Implications of computer use

6. 3.1.1 Components of a Computer System Module Outcomes Candidates should be able to: 1. Define the terms hardware, software, input device, storage device and output device; 2. Describe the purpose of input devices, storage devices and output devices; 3. Describe the different roles and functions of systems software and applications packages.

7. Lesson Objectives Define the terms: Hardware, Software, Input device, Storage device and Output device Describe the purpose of: Input devices, Storage devices and Output devices;

8. Activity 1 Define the terms: Hardware, Software, Input device, Storage device, Output device Describe the purpose of: Input devices, Storage devices and Output devices;

9. Activity 2 Choose an Input\Output\Storage device and prepare a slide on it's purpose. Give an example of where it could be used.

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