CSA in the summer - new to computer systems and networking track CA484 / G01
Summary
- Introduction to computer systems, networking and security in computer science
- Computer processors and instruction sets
- Fundamentals of computer networks
Who is it for?
This CPD is intended for teachers with knowledge and experience of programming, who need to strengthen their knowledge of computer systems and networking, to be confident in all of computer science up to GCSE level.No prior knowledge of computer systems, networking or cyber security is required to engage with this CPD.
How will you learn?
How long is the course?
You’ll complete two courses from the Computer Science Accelerator programme, totalling approximately 10 hours, split across multiple days. Online courses are also available free of charge, these are available to complete before, alongside or after the remote courses. You can find out more information about associated online courses via the CSA in the summer blog.
Who is the course leader?
Outcomes
By the end of this CPD track / package you will be able to:
Introduction to computer systems, networking and security in computer science:
- Learn how data is inputted into a computer, how it is processed, stored and output in a useful form
- Develop a basic understanding of local and global computer networks
- Become knowledgeable and confident in using common cybersecurity terms
Computer processors and instruction sets:
- Recognise that all computer instructions are executed in binary – and the different processes used to translate programming languages into computer-readable machine code
- Recognise the Von Neumann architecture, and different instruction sets including RISC and CISC
- Understand the fetch-decode-execute cycle in a computer processor, and the role of each CPU component
- Write simple programs in low-level assembler language
- Know the factors that can affect CPU performance
Fundamentals of computer networks:
- Understand the main reasons why computers are connected to share data.
- Know the layout and key hardware devices in networks for GCSE computer science.
- Understand the different transmission methods used when networking, including the characteristics of different wired methods and Wi-Fi.
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 CSA in the summer - new to computer systems and networking track | 08 July 2021 | 10:00-11:00 | Virtual |
| 2 CSA in the summer - new to computer systems and networking track | 08 July 2021 | 11:00-12:00 | Virtual |
| 3 CSA in the summer - new to computer systems and networking track | 08 July 2021 | 12:00-13:00 | Virtual |
| 4 CSA in the summer - new to computer systems and networking track | 08 July 2021 | 14:00-15:00 | Virtual |
| 5 CSA in the summer - new to computer systems and networking track | 08 July 2021 | 15:00-16:00 | Virtual |
| 6 CSA in the summer - new to computer systems and networking track | 09 July 2021 | 10:00-11:00 | Virtual |
| 7 CSA in the summer - new to computer systems and networking track | 09 July 2021 | 11:00-12:00 | Virtual |
| 9 CSA in the summer - new to computer systems and networking track | 09 July 2021 | 11:00-12:00 | Virtual |
| 8 CSA in the summer - new to computer systems and networking track | 09 July 2021 | 12:00-13:00 | Virtual |
| 10 CSA in the summer - new to computer systems and networking track | 09 July 2021 | 12:00-13:00 | Virtual |
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Fees & Subsidies
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