03DTP

NCEA Level 3 Digital Technologies - Programming

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: J. George.


In this course, we will use complex programming processes and techniques to develop a computer programme, use complex techniques to develop a network and analyse an area of Computer Science. 

We will build on the C# knowledge gained in Level 2 by using complex programming techniques to develop a computer programme that involves writing code for a graphical user interface (GUI). Using complex processes involves using recognised and appropriate project management tools and techniques to plan the development of the programme, decomposing it and then trialing and testing the programme.

Some of the computer science areas selected are: Computer Vision, Big Data, Computer Graphics and Network Communication Protocols. Analysing a computer science means giving an explanation of the key aspects of the chosen computer science area, relevant algorithms or other mechanisms behind the area, how the area is used giving examples and the key problems or issues related to the area and how these may have been or may be addressed.

Recommended Prior Learning

Students should have gained at least 12 credits in Level 2 Digital Technologies - Programming, OR gain the approval of the Teacher-in-Charge.

Career Pathways

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 19 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 3 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 16 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91905 v1
NZQA Info
Digital Technologies and Hangarau Matihiko 3.6 - Use complex techniques to develop a network
4
4
4
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91906 v1
NZQA Info
Digital Technologies and Hangarau Matihiko 3.7 - Use complex programming techniques to develop a computer program
6
6
6
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91907 v1
NZQA Info
Digital Technologies and Hangarau Matihiko 3.8 - Use complex processes to develop a digital technologies outcome
6
6
6
6
6
6
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91908 v1
NZQA Info
Digital Technologies and Hangarau Matihiko 3.9 - Analyse an area of computer science
3
3
3
Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 3w
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 19
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 3
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry cannot be confirmed until the beginning of the 2024 school year.