Welcome to Computer Studies!
The ECOO York Region Programming Contest winners 2017 team "Hour of Code" second year in a row!
Computer studies is about how computers compute. Computer studies is the study of ways of representing objects and processes. It involves defining problems; analysing problems; designing solutions; and developing, testing, and maintaining programs. The term computer studies refers to the study of computer science, meaning computer and algorithmic processes, including their principles, their hardware and software designs, their applications, and their impact on society. The major focus of these courses is the development of programming skills, which are important for success in future postsecondary studies.
Computer studies is relevant for all students because it incorporates a broad range of transferable problem-solving skills and techniques, including logical thinking, creative design, synthesis, and evaluation. The computer studies program will build a strong foundation for those who wish to move on to further study and training in specialized areas such as computer programming, database analysis, computer science, education, computer engineering, software engineering, information technology, and game development.
The goals of the computer studies curriculum are to enable students to:
1.Gain an understanding of computer studies concepts.
2. Develop the skills, including critical thinking skills, and the knowledge of strategies required to do research, conduct inquiries, and communicate findings accurately, ethically, and effectively.
3. Apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes acquired through the study of computers to a variety of learning tasks and relate them to computer phenomena on the local, national, and global levels.
4.Develop lifelong learning habits that will help them adapt to computer advances in the changing workplace and world.
Make connections that will help them take advantage of potential postsecondary educational and work opportunities.
What do programmers do when they're hungry?
They grab a byte.