Computer Science/Technology:
Technology has had a major impact on the way that we respond to day to day situations. It has changed the nature of work and employment, more importantly, it has left policy vacuums because of our failure to see the full impact of this medium on traditional behaviours, values, customs, laws, etc. Technology has eliminated the boundaries of time and space, as a result our students are competing not only locally, but globally. Are we preparing them to meet this challenge? YES! Our courses teach students a full understanding of HOW technology can be used, the opportunities it creates, and how to implement that knowledge. It is not enough to know how to “turn a computer on, and push buttons to run applications." Computers, whether they be the traditional objects that we know (desktop, laptop, net book), or the newer “smart phones", represent the tools that will allow for increased efficiency and productivity, a source of unlimited possibilities for information and knowledge, the definitive means of communication. Technology is creating new employment opportunities every day. It is eliminating the old mundane, repetitive, low skilled, labour jobs. Computer Science and technology are the pathway to innovation and opportunity.
Dr. William J Egnatoff writes:
Secondary school computer studies figures in three ways in Ontario schools:
1 in relation to general information technology and information
literacy expectations embedded in all curriculum,
2. integrated with other subjects such as mathematics, geography,
or communications studies, in which it figures as topic or learning
aid, and
3. as separate elective courses--information technology in business,
computer science, and computer engineering.
Dr. William J Egnatoff writes:
Secondary school computer studies figures in three ways in Ontario schools:
1 in relation to general information technology and information
literacy expectations embedded in all curriculum,
2. integrated with other subjects such as mathematics, geography,
or communications studies, in which it figures as topic or learning
aid, and
3. as separate elective courses--information technology in business,
computer science, and computer engineering.
Computer Science Course:
ICS 201
Introduction to Computer Studies
Grade 10
Prerequisite: None
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This course introduces students to computer programming. Students will plan and write simple computer programs by applying fundamental programming concepts, and learn to create clear and maintainable internal documentation. They will also learn to manage a computer by studying hardware networking and safe computing practices. Students will also investigate the social impact of computer technologies, and develop an understanding of environmental and ethical issues.
ICS 3U
Introduction to Computer Science
University Preparation, Grade 11
Prerequisite: None
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This course introduces students to computer science. Students will design software independently and as part of a team, using industry-standard programming tools and applying the software development life-cycle model. They will also write and use subprograms within computer programs. Students will develop creative solutions for various types of problems as their understanding of the computing environment grows. They will also explore environmental and ergonomic issues, emerging research in computer science, and global career trends in computer-related fields.
ICS 3C
Introduction to Computer Science
College Preparation, Grade 11
Prerequisite: None
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This course introduces students to computer programming concepts and practices. Students will write and test computer programs, using various problem-solving strategies. They will learn the fundamentals of program design and apply a software development life-cycle model to a software development project. Students will also learn about computer environments and systems, and explore environmental issues related to computers, safe computing practices, emerging technologies, and postsecondary opportunities in computer-related fields.
ICS 4U
Computer Science
University Preparation, Grade 12
Prerequisite: ICS 3U
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This course enables students to further develop knowledge and skills in computer science. Students will use modular designs principles to create complex and fully documented programs, according to industry standards. Student teams will manage a large software development project, from planning through to project review. Students will also analyse algorithms for effectiveness. They will investigate ethical issues in computing and further explore environmental issues, emerging technologies, areas of research in computer science and careers in the field.
Introduction to Computer Studies
Grade 10
Prerequisite: None
Download Course Description
This course introduces students to computer programming. Students will plan and write simple computer programs by applying fundamental programming concepts, and learn to create clear and maintainable internal documentation. They will also learn to manage a computer by studying hardware networking and safe computing practices. Students will also investigate the social impact of computer technologies, and develop an understanding of environmental and ethical issues.
ICS 3U
Introduction to Computer Science
University Preparation, Grade 11
Prerequisite: None
Download Course Description
This course introduces students to computer science. Students will design software independently and as part of a team, using industry-standard programming tools and applying the software development life-cycle model. They will also write and use subprograms within computer programs. Students will develop creative solutions for various types of problems as their understanding of the computing environment grows. They will also explore environmental and ergonomic issues, emerging research in computer science, and global career trends in computer-related fields.
ICS 3C
Introduction to Computer Science
College Preparation, Grade 11
Prerequisite: None
Download Course Description
This course introduces students to computer programming concepts and practices. Students will write and test computer programs, using various problem-solving strategies. They will learn the fundamentals of program design and apply a software development life-cycle model to a software development project. Students will also learn about computer environments and systems, and explore environmental issues related to computers, safe computing practices, emerging technologies, and postsecondary opportunities in computer-related fields.
ICS 4U
Computer Science
University Preparation, Grade 12
Prerequisite: ICS 3U
Download Course Description
This course enables students to further develop knowledge and skills in computer science. Students will use modular designs principles to create complex and fully documented programs, according to industry standards. Student teams will manage a large software development project, from planning through to project review. Students will also analyse algorithms for effectiveness. They will investigate ethical issues in computing and further explore environmental issues, emerging technologies, areas of research in computer science and careers in the field.