Learning path
Information Communication Technology Study Outline
Cover the Information Communication Technology study pack materials in a sensible learning order for students.
Lessons in this path
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Introduction to ICT and the Role of Computers
Define ICT in context, explain key advantages and features of computers, and describe the role and positive use of ICT in business and society.
- 2 Computer Hardware, Input, Output and Storage Fundamentals Differentiate major hardware components and devices, including input/output devices, storage devices and media, and selected hardware concepts such as ports, onboard versus peripheral devices, and disk interfaces.
- 3 Operating Systems and Core Data Concepts Explain operating system concepts including interrupts, threads, shell and internal fragmentation, and distinguish core data terms such as byte, file and database.
- 4 Computer Networks and Communication Technologies Classify networks by coverage and configuration, explain common communication technologies and devices such as WiFi, Bluetooth, VOIP and NICs, and relate them to practical connectivity needs.
- 5 Software Acquisition, Development and Systems Analysis Compare building versus buying software, identify software purchase factors, and outline requirement gathering and the roles of systems analysts and systems designers in system development.
- 6 Information Systems, Files and Business Applications Describe business information systems uses, distinguish master files from transaction files, and explain roles of accounting information systems in organizations.
- 7 Security, Backup and Computer Maintenance Explain why computer networks and data must be secured, identify common security threats and protection measures, compare backup types, and apply basic computer care and physical protection practices.
- 8 Internet, Email and Network Troubleshooting Basics Explain common email approaches such as POP3, IMAP and Exchange, and use basic network troubleshooting ideas including ping, ipconfig and tracert/pathping.
- 9 Mobile, Cloud and Emerging ICT Applications Explain cloud service models such as IaaS and SaaS, identify mobile operating systems and developer challenges, and connect ICT to modern applications such as e-commerce, e-payment, e-governance and remote work.