Foundation knowledge of computer science for KS3 and GCSE (face to face) CH226 / F06
Summary
A high-quality computer science education equips students to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world. Computer science forms the core of the computing national curriculum, a foundation subject and a vital aspect of a broad and balanced curriculum for all learners. If you’re new, moving towards or an existing teacher of Key Stage 3 / GCSE computer science, then this course will allow you to explore the foundation subject knowledge, required to teach computer science as part of the national curriculum. The sessions within this course are designed to give you the subject knowledge around key topics such as algorithms, data representation, hardware and programming, whilst also exploring useful and engaging strategies for delivering this content in the classroom.
Who is it for?
What topics are covered?
- 01 Introduction & data representation – during this session you’ll learn about key hardware components inside the computer and how computers use binary, convert between binary and decimal values and how images are represented by a computer.
- 02 Algorithms – this session will explore what algorithms are and how they’re used in computing, you’ll begin creating your own flowchart algorithms and learn how several search and sort algorithms function.
- 03 Programming (Part 1) – learn the principle programming constructs required, including sequencing and selection, this session will begin using these constructs in a block based language.
- 04 Programming (Part 2) – take the next steps with your programming knowledge by learning about iteration, in this session you will learn how to program both condition and count controlled loops in a block based language.
How will you learn?
Hands-on experiential learning with the collaborative support of your peers.
Expert advice and instruction on the computing curriculum and the expectations of a computer science teacher, from experienced classroom practitioners.
How long is this course?
The course is approximately six hours in duration.
Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand why computers use binary and be able to convert between binary and decimal values
- Understand what an algorithm is and how to represent them by using flowcharts
- Be able to explain how search and sort algorithms work
- Be able to use a block based programming language using constructs sequencing, selection and iteration
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction and data representation | 11 October 2023 | 09:30-10:30 | West Suffolk College |
| Algorithms | 11 October 2023 | 10:30-12:00 | West Suffolk College |
| Programming – part 1 | 11 October 2023 | 12:30-14:00 | West Suffolk College |
| Programming – part 2 | 11 October 2023 | 14:00-15:30 | West Suffolk College |
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Fees & Subsidies
Additional information
If the course you would like to attend is fully booked, please contact enquiries@stem.org.uk to express your interest in being added to a waiting list. We will contact you when the course is due to run again.
Are you a state-funded Special School or PRU unit in England? You may be eligible for reduced course fees and even subsidies. Get in touch to check your eligibility and book your place directly. You can see our fees and subsidy information here.
Alternative dates
Tewkesbury Academy, Ashchurch Road, Tewkesbury GL20 8DF
Cambridge Maths School, 119 Mill Road, Cambridge CB1 2AZ
University of Warwick, University House, Coventry CV4 8UW
Tameside One, Wellington Road, Ashton-under-Lyne OL6 6BL
Wolverhampton University - Walsall Campus, Wolverhampton University - Walsall Campus, Gorway Road, WS1 3EZ
University of Birmingham, The School of Education, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 2TT
Beauchamp College, Ridge Way, Oadby, Leicester LE2 5TP
Pix Brook Academy, Arlesey Road, Stotfold SG5 4HB
Trafalgar School, London Road, Hilsea, Portsmouth PO2 9RJ
Camden Learning Centre, 49/50 Charrington St, Somers Town, London NW1 1RD
City of Stoke-On-Trent Sixth Form College, Leek Road, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 2RU
Redhill Academy, Redhill Road, Arnold, Nottingham NG5 8GX
Oak Wood School, Sutton Court Road, Hillingdon, Uxbridge UB10 0EX
Beamont Collegiate Academy, Long Lane, Warrington WA2 8PX
West Suffolk College, Out Risbygate, Bury St Edmunds IP33 3RL
Legacy Conference Centre, Unit 12, Shaw Wood Way, Doncaster DN2 5TB
Beechwood Primary Academy, 31 Rockfield Avenue, Southway, Plymouth PL6 6DX
Tameside One, Wellington Road, Ashton-under-Lyne OL6 6BL
The Priory Federation of Academies trust, Clayton Road, Lincoln LN5 8RE
Rockingham Professional Development Centre, Roughwood Rd, Rotherham S61 4HY
The Priory Federation of Academies trust, Clayton Road, Lincoln LN5 8RE
Flying High Partnership (HQ), 2a Vickery Way, Chilwell, Beeston, Nottingham NG9 6RY
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