Summary

• Description:

  The MS Word document comprises Grade 10 Computer Science Schemes of Work Term 1 2026. The PDF version is also available upon your request.

  The schemes of work covers 6 lessons per week.

  The document covers the following Strands, Sub-strands, and topics:

  • 1.0 Foundation of Computer Science
    • 1.1 Evolution of Computers
      • Ancient and medieval computing devices (Abacus, Napier's Bone, Pascaline, Slide Rule)
      • Mechanical devices (Difference Engine, Analytic Engine, Jacquard loom)
      • Principle technologies (Vacuum tubes, Transistors, Integrated Circuits)
      • Generations of computers (First to Fifth)
    • 1.2 Computer Architecture
      • Functional organization of a von Neumann computer (Input, Processing, Output, Storage, Buses)
      • Relationships among functional elements
      • Number systems (Base ten, Binary, Octal, Hexadecimal)
    • 1.3 Input/Output (I/O) Devices
      • Keying and Pointing devices
      • Scanning and Voice input devices
      • Advanced input devices (Digital cameras, QR codes, 2D/3D scanners)
      • Output devices (Printers, Monitors, Speakers, Projectors)
      • Criteria for selecting input and output devices
      • Creation and comparison of QR codes and Barcodes
    • 1.4 Computer Storage
      • Primary memory (RAM, ROM) and RAM technology (DRAM, SRAM)
      • Secondary storage (HDD, SSD, DVD, Flash drives)
      • Data operations (Read, Write, Save, Transfer)
      • Remote storage and selection criteria
    • 1.5 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
      • Structural elements (ALU, CU, Registers)
      • The Fetch-Decode-Execute cycle
      • Types of CPUs and selection factors
    • 1.6 Operating System (OS)
      • Functions and classification of operating systems
      • Installation (Preparation and Virtual environment)
      • File and System management tasks
    • 1.7 Computer Setup
      • Types of ports and cables
      • Tools and safety precautions for setup
      • Connecting, testing, and reusing e-waste
  • 2.0 Computer Networking
    • 2.1 Data Communication
      • Basic concepts (Data, Signals, Channel, Network)
      • Components of a data communication system
      • Data transmission terms (Bandwidth, Baud rate, Digital/Analog signals)
      • Modes of data flow (Simplex, Half-duplex, Full-duplex)
    • 2.2 Data Transmission Media
      • Wired transmission media (Twisted pair, Coaxial, Fiber optic)
      • Wireless transmission media
      • Data transmission illustrations (Encoding, Modulation, Multiplexing)
      • Transmission impairment (Attenuation, Noise)

  The main reference material is the KICD Curriculum Design for Computer Science.

• File Size:

  38.54 KB
• Length:

  14 pages
• Category:

  Schemes of Work
• Level:

  Grade 10
• Subject:

  COMPUTER STUDIES
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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