Lesson 1: Introduction to the course
Lesson 2: Introduction to Personal Learning Plans (T.B.C.)
Lesson 3: What is computer software? / Classmarker login
Lesson 4: Computer Hardware: Input and Output devices
Lesson 5: Backing storage explained
Lesson 6: Storage requirements
Lesson 6.1: Processor and Main Memory
Lesson 6.2: The Computer Structure (C)
Lesson 7: Getting help
Lesson 7.1: All Applications Revision
Lesson 8: Word Processing 1
Lesson 9: Word Processing 2
Lesson 10: Word Processing 3 & Review
Lesson 11: Alternative Methods of Data Entry
Lesson 12: Using a Spreadsheet 1
Lesson 13: Using a Spreadsheet 2
Lesson 14: Using a Spreadsheet 3
Lesson 15: Using a Spreadsheet 4
Lesson 16: Using a Spreadsheet 5 & Review
Lesson 17: Welcome to Databases 1
Lesson 18: Welcome to Databases 2
Lesson 19: Welcome to Databases 3
Lesson 20: Welcome to Databases 4 & Review
Lesson 21: Graphics Software: Drawing 1
Lesson 22: Graphics Software: Drawing 2
Lesson 23: Graphics Software: Drawing 3
Lesson 24: Graphics Software: Drawing 4
Lesson 25: Graphics Software: Painting 1
Lesson 26: Graphics Software: Painting 2
Lesson 27: Graphics Review
Lesson 28: NAB Review
Lesson 29: NAB Practice
Lesson 30: NAB & Practical NAB
Lesson 31: Theory resits & Practical

Lesson 1: What is Multimedia?
Lesson 2: Input Devices & Computer Software
Lesson 3: Multimedia & Output Devices
Lesson 4: Backing Storage Media & Mediums
Lesson 5: Review
Lesson 6: Multimedia File Types & Compression
Lesson 7: File Types: Review
Lesson 8: Multimedia Creation Software & Review
Lesson 9: Creating a Multimedia Presentation 1
Lesson 10: Still images &  Multimedia
Lesson 11: Capturing Still Images
Lesson 12: Review
Lesson 13: Creating a Multimedia Presentation 2: Design
Lesson 14: Creating a Multmedia Presentation 2: Design(2)
Lesson 15: Creating a Presentation 2: Gathering Information
Lesson 16: Creating a Presentation 2: Gathering/Creating
Lesson 17: Creating a Presentation 2: Gathering/Creating
Lesson 18: Creating a Presentation 2: Gathering/Creating
Lesson 19: Creating a Presentation 2: Gathering/Creating
Lesson 20: Submission of Presentation for Evidence
Lesson 21: Catch-up & Review
Lesson 22: Catch-up & Review
Lesson 23: NAB Preparation
Lesson 24: NAB Preparation
Lesson 25: NAB
Lesson 26: NAB Resits & Prelim Revision
Lesson 27: Prelim Preparation
Lesson 28: Prelim Preparation
Lesson 29: Prelim 1: Section I only
Lesson 30: Practical NAB – 002 checks

Lesson 1: Computer Systems
Lesson 2: Components of a Computer System(1)
Lesson 3: Components of a Computer System(2)
Lesson 4: Computer Specifications (1)
Lesson 5: Computer Specifications (2)
Lesson 6: Network Systems
Lesson 7: Hardware Devices: INPUT (1)
Lesson 8: Hardware Devices: INPUT (2)
Lesson  9: Hardware Devices: OUTPUT (1)
Lesson 10: Hardware Devices: OUTPUT (2)
Lesson 11: Hardware Devices: BACKING STORAGE (1)
Assessment task: Hardware Research Task 1 (password)
Lesson 12: Hardware Devices: optional review
Lesson 13(1): Hardware Devices: OTHER DEVICES
Lesson 13 (2): Hardware Devices: OTHER DEVICES
Lesson 14: Type of Computer Software
Extra Lesson 1 (optional): Google Quiz
Lesson 15: Operating Systems Software
Lesson 16: Applications Software & Systems Software
Lesson 17: Review
Lesson 18: Application Software (Compatibility)
Lesson 19: Compatibility
Lesson 20: Review
Lesson 21: Software Development Process (1)
Lesson 22: Software Development Process (2)
Lesson 23: Software Development Process (3)
Lesson 24: Create your own website (1)
Lesson 25: Create your own website (2)
Lesson 26: Create your own website (3)
Lesson 27: Connecting to the Internet (ISPs)
Lesson 28: Connecting to the Internet (ISPs & Cost)
Lesson 29: Connecting to the Internet (ISPs, Cost, Security)
Lesson 30: Catch-up & Review
Lesson 31: NAB Preparation
Lesson 32: NAB
Lesson 33: NAB resit and Prelim Revision
Lesson 34: Prelim Revision
Lesson 35: Prelim 2: SECTION I & II

 Textbooks:

• E-textbooks: http://hitcomp.net/intermediate-1-computing-studies
• Practical NAB textbooks: filing cabinet

There are no set homework tasks in Intermediate 1 Computing Studies. Research has shown that pupils at this level rely too much on the teacher providing homework and do not take the responsibility of studying seriously until it is too late. This causes problems when they move into more techinical courses and cannot rely on teacher-based homework for all of their self-study.

We work with pupils on developing their self-study skills from the outset of every course. We assess the pupils at the end of topics/units (in addition to NABs) to gauge their progress and advise them accordingly on how to improve their prospects by better developing their self-study skills using the resources provided.

Self-study is a key part of any subject. In Computing Studies this is no exception. If pupils are to achieve their full potential by the end of their course they must realise the importance of regular study throughout the year/s.

At Nairn Academy, we provide many resources to help cater for different learning styles. We are happy to assist pupils in the identification of the learning style that suits them best and work with them to develop effective programs of self-study to help them pass their courses.

Pupils should use the resources provided, in particular, http:\\quiz.hitcomp.net, which is designed to:

• Help pupils with NAB-style questions
• Allow pupils to become familiar with exam questions
• Keeping pupils focused on ALL topics, not just the topic currently being studied

•  Theory NAB – 20 questions/all units (online)
•  Practical NAB – see below.
•  End of Topic assessments: classmarker.com
•  Coursework task – 40% of course: Jan – March 2011