KS3 Programme of Study Subject: Computer Science Year group: Y7

KS3 Programme of Study Subject: Computer Science Year group: Y7 Term Michaelmas Sep Oct WINDOW 1 05/10/15 Christmas Nov Dec WINDOW 2 07/12/15 Data collection dates 23/10/15 Attainment & forecast Programme of study Welcome to St Chad s Introduction savings, set up folders, Health and Safety, Classroom Rules How to log on and secure passwords E Safety Microsoft office and its uses Cybercrime Name the major Acts concerning computer use Describe briefly some of the dangers of putting personal data on social networking sites Describe briefly ways of protecting online identity and how to report concerns Cybercrime Identify some of the signs of fraudulent emails and respond appropriately Adhere to Copyright Law when using written text, downloading music etc. List some of the Health and Safety hazards associated with computer use Describe how to safely dispose of an old computer Key assessments Baseline assessment & E safety review Class teacher assessment based on intervention 2 review Understanding Computers learning Epiphany Jan Feb WINDOW 3 29/02/16 08/01/16 Attainment & forecast Games Programming in Scratch Understand and create code using simple programming code Design simple algorithms to solve problems Sequence instructions in order to make things happen 3 Unit assessment Annotation of work to analyse game Easter Mar April WINDOW 4 yrs 7 9,10 18/03/16 Attainment & forecast Games Programming in Scratch Use variables in programming structures Assemble code in procedural blocks Create loops and other actions using programming code Identify and use screen objects in their own Scratch game Testing 23/3/15 Games Programming in Scratch end of unit Whitsun May June Understanding Computers Introduction savings, set up folders, Health and Safety, Classroom Rules Hardware and Software What makes up a computer and why? Create a diagram for the computers brain the CPU Central Processing unit Using Computers Safely 1

Trinity Jun July 08/07/16 Attainment Understanding Computers Understanding Binary Binary Addition Use Alphanumeric characters and special symbols as a language Storage Devices in detail Convergence and New Technologies Using Computers Safely 2

KS3 Programme of Study Term Michaelmas Sep Oct WINDOW 1 05/10/15 Christmas Nov Dec WINDOW 2 07/12/15 Data collection dates 23/10/15 Attainment & forecast Subject: Computer Science Music Festival (on a rolling term) Year group: Y8 Programme of study Investigation. Research music festivals, audience and purpose. Logo Teaser Video Plan. Create a storyboard. Teaser Video (create) Produce final video using appropriate software. Digital Flyer (plan) Produce a visualisation diagram showing layout and flyer content. Digital Flyer (create) Produce final flyer using appropriate software Mobile app (plan) Create a visual plan showing layout and content. Mobile app (create) Produce app prototype using appropriate software. Promo Clip (create) Plan using a storyboard to show content. Produce final clip using appropriate software. Key assessments Doddle multimedia review Written assessment (Review) Written assessment (Review) Epiphany Jan Feb WINDOW 3 29/02/16 08/01/16 Attainment & forecast Investigation. Research music festivals, audience and purpose. Logo. Create a unique logo to represent the festival. Teaser Video (plan) Create a visual plan showing layout and content. Teaser Video (create) Produce final video using appropriate software. Doddle multimedia review Written assessment (Review) Digital Flyer (plan) Produce final flyer using appropriate software Easter Mar April WINDOW 4 yrs 7 9,10 18/03/16 Attainment & forecast Digital Flyer (create) Produce final flyer using appropriate software Mobile app (plan) Create a visual plan showing layout and content. Mobile app (create) Produce app prototype using appropriate software. Doddle multimedia review Written assessment (Review)

Whitsun May June Investigation. Research music festivals, audience and purpose. Logo. Create a unique logo to represent the festival. Teaser Video (plan) Create a visual plan showing layout and content. Teaser Video (create) Produce final video using appropriate software. Doddle multimedia review Written assessment (Review) Digital Flyer (plan) Produce final flyer using appropriate software Trinity Jun July 08/07/16 Attainment Digital Flyer (create) Produce final flyer using appropriate software Mobile app (plan) Create a visual plan showing layout and content. Mobile app (create) Produce app prototype using appropriate software. Written assessment (Review)

KS4 Programme of Study Subject: GCSE ICT Year group: 11 Term Data collection dates Attainment & forecast Programme of study Exam Material: Unit 1 Living in a Digital World Key assessment Michaelmas Sep Oct TB2 Shop and Drop Explore the use of the internet to buy and pay for goods. Walking Talking Mock 21/9/15 25/9/15 Mocks 5/10/15 9/10/15 The use of usernames, passwords and other security measures when accessing online systems. Security issues that arise when information is transmitted and stored digitally. How and why organisations operate online; impact of the internet on the way organisations do business Targeted marketing and personalisation techniques Mock Exam covering this section of the unit. Legislation relating to the use of ICT, including copyright and data protection Christmas Nov Dec Full reporty11 Exam Material: Unit 1 Living in a Digital World TB3 My Time Explore internet-enhanced home entertainment. Mock Exam covering this section of the unit. 3/11/15 5/11/15 Resit evenings 7/12/15 Mocks How to select suitable devices/features to meet particular needs Equipment needed to create a home network; benefits and drawbacks of wired versus wireless connections The purpose and target audience for digital devices; ways in which digital devices are used by individuals in their daily lives The impact on lifestyles and behaviour of the availability of goods and services online

The significance of bandwidth and latency, and their impact on the user experience Y11 + 13 Mocks Attainment & forecast 8/1/16 Year 11 Reports Health and safety risks associated with digital devices and how to contain them; responsible use of digital devices Exam Material: Unit 1 Living in a Digital World TB4 My Space Explore Internet technologies and services that support working, learning and socialising online. Effective use of search engines, validity of results, searching techniques. Epiphany Jan Feb WINDOW 19/1/15 Ways in which ICT is used to communicate and collaborate on a global scale The impact of the internet on employment and working practices; collaborative working The features, functions and target audience of different forms of online communities FULL MOCK EXAMINATION Security issues that arise when information is transmitted and stored digitally privacy issues associated with the use of ICT The advantages and disadvantages of hosted applications software versus locally installed software Easter Mar April WINDOW Attainment & forecast 18/3/16 How commercial software producers can respond to the challenge of software as a service Exam Material: Unit 1 Living in a Digital World TB5 Anytime, Anywhere The impact on society of the widespread use of networks and the ability of individuals to access networks anywhere Mock Exam covering this section of the unit. The purpose of and target audience for digital devices; ways in which digital devices are used by individuals in their daily lives (learning and earning, leisure, shopping and money

management, health and wellbeing and on the move). Features of digital devices (portability, performance, storage, user interface, connectivity, media support, energy consumption, expansion capability, security features, applications); multifunctional devices, e.g. mobile phones that include a camera, have limited game playing functionality and sometimes GPS Methods of connecting devices (device to device, device to internet, device to peripherals) Commonly used communication protocols (VoIP, POP, IMAP, SMTP, HTTP/S) The use of usernames, passwords and other security measures when accessing online systems Sustainability issues and ways of minimising/mitigating the environmental impact of ICT Whitsun May June WINDOW 20/6/16 Exam Material: Unit 1 Living in a Digital World Entire Exam content Revision techniques, exam style techniques. Mock Exam complete past paper exam. Trinity Jun July WINDOW Data in 7/7/16 Pupils will have completed exam for this unit for June 2016. Controlled work to be submitted to exam board. Complete unit 1 Summer exam.

KS4 Programme of Study Subject: GCSE Computer Science Year group: 9 Term Data collection dates Progress & Prediction Programme of study Understand the requirements for writing program code. Key assessment Michaelmas Sep Oct Week 1 5/10/15 Understanding how to develop program code and constructs, data types, structures, input/output, operators and subprograms. Mock Exam Focus on theory covered this term. Christmas Nov Dec Data deadline 23/10/15 Progress and Prediction Week 2 7/12/15 Weekly programming sessions Python Understand the requirements for writing program code. Understanding how to develop program code and constructs, data types, structures, input/output, operators and subprograms. Mock Exam Focus on theory covered this term. Epiphany Jan Feb Data deadline 8/1/16 Progress and Prediction Weekly programming sessions Python Understanding of what algorithms are, what they are used for and how they work; ability to interpret, amend and create algorithms. Understanding of binary representation, data representation, data storage and compression, encryption and databases. Mock Exam Focus on theory covered this term. Easter Mar April Week 3 29/2/16 Data deadline 18/3/16 Understanding of components of computer systems; ability to construct truth tables, produce logic statements and read and interpret pseudo code Mock Exam Focus on theory covered this term.

Whitsun May June Understand the requirements for writing program code. Understanding how to develop program code and constructs, data types, structures, input/output, operators and subprograms. Mock Exam Focus on theory covered this term. Trinity Jun July Progress and Prediction Week 4 20/6/16 Understand the requirements for writing program code. Understanding how to develop program code and constructs, data types, structures, input/output, operators and subprograms. Mock Exam Focus on theory covered this term. Data deadline 8/7/16

KS3 Programme of Study Subject: Computer Science ECDL Term Michaelmas Sep Oct WINDOW 1 05/10/15 Christmas Nov Dec WINDOW 2 07/12/15 Data collection dates 23/10/15 Attainment & forecast Programme of study Presentations Using the application (1.1 / 1.2) Developing a presentation (2.1/2.2/2.3) Graphical objects (5.1/5.2) Presentations Charts (4.1/4.2) Text (3.1/3.2/3.3/3.4) Prepare outputs(6.1/6.2) Key assessments Practical assessment Practical assessment Epiphany Jan Feb WINDOW 3 29/02/16 08/01/16 Attainment & forecast Spreadsheets Using the application (1.1/1.2) Cells (2.1/2.2/2.3) Managing worksheets (3.1/3.2) Formulas and functions (4.1/4.2) Practical assessment Easter Mar April WINDOW 4 yrs 7 9,10 Whitsun May June 18/03/16 Attainment & forecast Spreadsheets Formatting (5.1/5.2/5.3) Charts (6.1/6.2) Prepare outputs (7.1/7.2 Word Processing Using the application (1.1 / 1.2) Document creation (2.1/2.2) Formatting (3.1/3.2/3.3) Practical assessment Trinity Jun July 08/07/16 Attainment Word Processing Objects (4.1/4.2/4.3) Mail merge (5.1/5.2) Prepare outputs (6.1/6.2)

KS4 Programme of Study Subject: GCSE Computer Science Year group: 10 Term Data collection dates Progress & Prediction Programme of study Understand the requirements for writing program code. Key assessment Michaelmas Sep Oct Week 1 5/10/15 Understanding how to develop program code and constructs, data types, structures, input/output, operators and subprograms. Mock Exam Data deadline 23/10/15 Weekly programming sessions Python Progress and Prediction Understand the requirements for writing program code. Mock Exam Christmas Nov Dec Week 2 7/12/15 Understanding how to develop program code and constructs, data types, structures, input/output, operators and subprograms. Epiphany Jan Feb Data deadline 8/1/16 Progress and Prediction 29/2/16 Y10 Mocks Weekly programming sessions Python Controlled Controlled assessment 1 Design of solution (9marks) Solution Development (9marks) 1 hour weekly tutorials on Python Controlled 29/2/16 MOCK EXAMINATION Easter Mar April Week 3 29/2/16 Data deadline 18/3/16 Controlled Controlled assessment 1 Programming Techniques used (36 marks) continue into next term. 1 hour weekly tutorials on Python Controlled

Whitsun May June Controlled Controlled assessment 1 Programming Techniques Used (36 marks) 1 hour weekly tutorials on Python Controlled Trinity Jun July Progress and Prediction Week 4 20/6/16 Controlled Controlled assessment 1 Testing and Evaluation (9Marks) 1 hour weekly tutorials on Python Controlled of completed Controlled assessment. Data deadline 8/7/16

KS4 Programme of Study Term Data collection dates 23/10/15 Attainment & forecast Subject: Business Communication systems Year group: 11 Programme of study 1.1 Selection and Use of Appropriate Software for Business Purposes types of data uses of data presentation of data Key assessment 1 1.2 Using Appropriate Software: Word Processing Michaelmas Sep Oct Walking Talking Mocks 21/9/15 24/09/15 create a document for business purposes use a range of fonts and page layouts use a range of graphics combine text and graphics week 5/10 9/10/15 1.3 Using Appropriate Software: Spreadsheets create a spreadsheet for a business purpose manipulate data use single and multiple (linked) sheets to create tables key in labels, values, formulae and functions create and apply validation rules use conditional formatting

create charts 1.4 Using Appropriate Software: Databases design and create appropriate data capture forms design and create database tables sort records using single or multiple criteria search records using single or multiple criteria filter records data and create reports. 1.5 Using Appropriate Software: Graphics 2 Christmas Nov Dec Resits 3/11 5/11/15 Walking Talking Mocks 30/11 4/12/15 7/12 11/12/15 Week create graphics edit graphics combine text and graphics 1.6 Using Appropriate Software: Presentation Software create slide(s) for a business presentation create transitions and animations modify presentations create presenter notes create handouts. 1.7 Using Appropriate Software: Web Authoring

create a business web page animate text create hyperlinks. 8/1/16 Data Revision 1.1 The Business Environment aims and objectives of business the criteria for judging the success of the business the influence of stakeholders. 1.2 Business Administration the role of administration Epiphany Jan Feb WINDOW 18/1 21/1/15 Resit Evenin how administration supports the main business functions the importance of accuracy in the preparation, storage and retrieval of information job roles routine and non-routine tasks routine and non-routine decision making prioritising and planning 1.3 Workplace Organisation different kinds of working environment advantages and disadvantages of different office layouts

impact of modern developments on working practices ergonomics sustainability 1.4 Health and Safety at Work the importance of health and safety in the workplace. 1.5 ICT Data Systems in Business data sources data input devices data storage devices data output devices 1.6 Security of Data methods of protecting data data protection legislation. 22/4/15 Y11 Attainment & forecast 2.1 Recruitment and selection of Staff contracts of employment Easter Mar April WINDOW 23/3/15 methods of internal and external recruitment job description and person specification 2.2 Training methods of training induction

in-house training off-the-job training. 2.3 Rewarding Staff methods of remuneration other forms of reward. 2.4 Employment Rights and Responsibilities equal opportunities. 3.1 The Purpose of Communication the importance of communication the benefits of communication. 3.2 Communication Systems the process of communication channels of communication methods of communication choosing the most appropriate communication medium barriers to communication 3.3 The Importance of ICT in Business Communications uses of applications software use of local and wide area networks, including intranet and the internet.

3.4 The Internet and E-Commerce the purpose of a website business opportunities business risks Whitsun May June WINDOW 11/5/15 Trinity Jun July WINDOW 29/6/15

KS4 Programme of Study Subject: Computer Science Year group: 11 Term Michaelmas Sep Oct Christmas Nov Dec Data collection dates Progress & Prediction Week 1 5/10/15 Data deadline 23/10/15 Progress and Prediction Week 2 7/12/15 Data deadline 8/1/16 Programme of study Controlled 2 Web Design Design of solution (9marks) Show an understanding of what the problem involves with reference to the user s needs. Produce an overview plan that shows how the problem is to be solved. Produce pseudo code (or suitable alternative) showing the main blocks within the proposed solution. Controlled 2 Web Design Solution Development (9marks) Show evidence of an understanding of how the final solution meets the needs of the user. Produce annotated code that demonstrates an understanding of the programming techniques used. Key assessment Controlled work Controlled work Epiphany Jan Feb Progress and Prediction Programming Techniques used (36 marks) Show an understanding of the programming techniques used and how the different parts of the solution work together. Explain/justify the choice of programming techniques used to create a solution that has been coded efficiently. Show evidence for the purpose and use of data structures. Show the techniques used (appropriate to the language used) within the code to make the solution robust. Controlled work 19/1/15 MOCK EXAMINATION

Easter Mar April Week 3 Y10 mocks 29/2/16 Data deadline 18/3/16 Controlled 2 Testing and Evaluation (9Marks) Produce a test plan that shows the expected tests, test data and expected results. Show that the planned tests have been carried out and provide a record of the actions taken. Evaluate how the final solution meets the needs of the user. Component 2 Computing Fundamentals Revision 3.1.1 Constants, variables and data types 3.1.2 Structures 3.1.3 Program flow control 3.1.4 Procedures and functions 3.1.5 Scope of variables, constants, functions and procedures 3.1.6 Error handling 3.1.7 Handling external data 3.1.8 Computer structure Systems Hardware CPU (Central Processing Unit) Memory Secondary storage 3.1.9 Algorithms 3.1.10 Data representation 3.1.11 Software development life cycle Prototyping 3.1.12 Application testing 3.1.13 Networking Client server Web application concepts 3.1.14 Use of external code sources 3.1.15 Database concepts Query methods (SQL) Connecting to databases from applications and web based apps 3.1.16 The use of computer technology in society Controlled work Examination materials Whitsun May June External Examination Examination revision theory work Examination materials Trinity Jun July Progress and Prediction Week 4 20/6/16

Data deadline 8/7/16

KS3 Programme of Study Subject: Creative imedia Term Michaelmas Sep Oct WINDOW 1 05/10/15 Christmas Nov Dec WINDOW 2 07/12/15 Data collection dates 23/10/15 Attainment & forecast Programme of study Unit R084: Storytelling with a comic strip LO3: Source and store assets LO3: Layout panels LO3: Insert assets LO3: Integrate script LO3: Evidence LO3: Save in appropriate format LO3: Export Unit R086: Creating a digital animation LO1: Purpose and use of animations LO1: Features of animation techniques LO2: Client requirements /target audience Key assessments Written assessment (Review) Written assessment (Review) Epiphany Jan Feb WINDOW 3 29/02/16 Easter Mar April WINDOW 4 yrs 7 9,10 Whitsun May June 08/01/16 Attainment & forecast 18/03/16 Attainment & forecast LO2: Storyboard LO2: Assets / resources LO2: File formats Unit R086: Creating a digital animation LO3: Source / store assets LO3: Create animation LO3: Test plan LO3: Save and export LO4: Review Exam Prep Storyboards Mood Board Visualisation diagram Spider diagram Copyright Health and safety Version control Written assessment (Review) Past exam paper

Trinity Jun July 08/07/16 Attainment Digital Flyer (create) Mobile app (plan) Mobile app (create) Promo Clip (create) Written assessment (Review)

KS5 Programme of Study Subject: AS Applied ICT Year group: 12 Term Michaelmas Sep Oct Data collection dates Progress and prediction week 1 5/10/15 Programme of study Unit One Life in the Information Age Online Services Introduction to the unit. Types of online services. Understand the different types of online services. Selected examples of online services. Key assessment First assessment of online services section of e book. Christmas Nov Dec Progress and prediction Life in the Information Age Life in the Information Age. Impact of life in the information age. Benefits and drawbacks Information Age. Legislation and ICT. The Digital Divide extent, impact, drawbacks and measures to reduce. Second assessment of life in the information age section of e book. week 2 7/12/15 Epiphany Jan Feb Progress & prediction Completion of e book and e portfolio. Use of multimedia components. Construction of e portfolio design and testing, evaluation and bibliography. Final assessment of digital divide and complete e book and e portfolio for external examiner. week 3 29/2/16 Unit Two The Digital Economy Research the transactional website. The purpose of a transactional website. The structure and types of transactional website. First assessment of the transactional website. Easter Mar April 1/3/16 Y12 Mocks 27/3/16 Y12 retest evenings

Whitsun May June The Digital Economy Back office processes. Database design and construction. Validation techniques. Threats to data. Functionality testing. Data protection legislation. Second assessment of back office processes. Final assessment of e portfolio for external examiner. Trinity Jun July WINDOW 29/6/15 The Knowledge Worker Introduction to Spreadsheets. Design and structure of spreadsheets. Formula and testing of spreadsheets. Practice spreadsheets Spreadsheet examination

KS5 Programme of Study Term Michaelmas Sep Oct WINDOW 1 05/10/15 Christmas Nov Dec WINDOW 2 07/12/15 Data collection dates 23/10/15 Attainment & forecast Subject: BTEC National Level 3 in Business (100% coursework) Programme of study Unit 1 The business environment The aim of this unit is to give learners the fundamental knowledge of a range of business organisations, and the many factors that shape the nature of organisations operating in an increasingly complex business world. No Examination 100% Coursework Unit 1 corrections and final work submitted Begin unit 2 theory work Year group: 12 Key assessment Unit 1 coursework Unit 1 coursework Epiphany Jan Feb WINDOW 3 29/02/16 08/01/16 Attainment & forecast Unit 2 Business Resources The aim of this unit is to develop learner knowledge of the range of human, physical, technological and financial resources required in an organisation, and how the management of these resources can impact on business performance. Unit 2 coursework Easter Mar April WINDOW 4 yrs 7 9,10 18/03/16 Attainment & forecast No Examination 100% coursework Unit 2 corrections and final work submitted Begin Unit 3 theory work Unit 2 coursework Whitsun May June Unit 3 Introduction to marketing The aim and purpose of this unit is to give learners an understanding of how marketing, research and planning and the marketing mix are used by all organisations. Unit 3 coursework

Trinity Jun July 08/07/16 Attainment Unit 2 corrections and final work submitted Being Unit 4 theory work

KS4 Programme of Study Subject: BTEC NATIONAL IN BUSINESS Year: 13 Term Michaelmas Sept Oct Walking/Talking Mock 21/9/15 week: 5/10/15 Data collection dates 23/10/15 Attainment & forecast Programme of study Unit 13 Recruitment and Selection in Business Know the Processes involved in recruitment Planning Understand the implications of the regulatory framework for the process of recruitment and selection Key assessment Assignment work 1 Christmas Nov Dec Week: 7/12/15 11/12/15 Re test evening 3/11/15 5/11/15 Be able to prepare the documentation involved in the recruitment process Be able to participate in a selection interview Assignment work 2 Walking/Talking Mocks 30/11 4/12/15 Term Epiphany Jan Feb 18 21/15 Resit evenings Data Collection dates 8/01/16 Data Collection Programme of Study Unit 14 Aspects of Employment Law Understand the different types of employment contract and the impact of employment legislation Know rights and responsibilities of employees and employers Key work 1 8/2/16 Walking/Talking Mock Mock 29/02/16

Easter Mar April WINDOW 14/3/16 18/3/16 Attainment and forecast 04/3/16 Understand the various perspectives in employee relations Know how and when contracts of employment are terminated work 2 and 3 Mock Examination Term Whitsun May June WINDOW 20/6/16 Trinity Jun July WINDOW Data Collection dates 7/7/16 Attainment & forecast Programme of Study Unit: Human Resource Management in Business Know the factors that are involved in human resource planning in organisations Know how organisations motivate employees Understand how to gain committed employee cooperation Understand the importance of managing employee performance at work Key work 1 and 2 Mock Exam

KS5 Programme of Study Subject: Photography Year group: 12 Term Data collection dates Programme of study Key assessment Michaelmas Sep Oct WINDOW 1 05/10/15 1 23 rd October Basic Photography skills How to use a digital camera using the different settings and modes available A Z photography This is as it sounds. You are required to photograph the alphabet. There are several perspectives you can take on this title, and it is open to your interpretation. Photographing objects beginning with that letter...for example, A is for Ant, B is for Button and so on. This is perhaps a more literal interpretation of the A Z project. Some letters will prove to be very easy, however others perhaps a little trickier. Throughout the work produced for the coursework Final assessment Coursework produced for A Z Photography Project Question: Investigate different approaches and produce your own response, making reference to the work of others. Christmas Nov Dec WINDOW 2 07/12/15 Multiple Images Many photographers have attempted to record a place or event by combining images or by presenting a series of sequential images. Question: Investigate this approach and produce your own response, making reference to the work of others. Throughout the work produced for the coursework Final assessment Coursework produced for Multiple Images Project Epiphany Jan Feb WINDOW 3 29/02/16 2 8 th January Full report 11/12/13 14 th January Creative Uses of Light Photographers and filmmakers have recognised that the way in which an object or setting is lit can effect the mood and atmosphere of the image. This can be achieved by ambient, artificial or studio lighting. Throughout the work produced for the coursework Final assessment Coursework produced

Question: Investigate the creative use of light, refer to the appropriate work of others and explore a range of approaches. for Creative Uses of Light Project Easter Mar April WINDOW 4 yrs 7 9,10 3 18 th March External examination Exam Paper released 1st February External examination from 1 st February 5 hours in controlled Conditions. Students will need to use the skills they have developed with producing the coursework to answer a examination topic using images and Photography skills. Examination work All coursework and examination elements must be finalised by 1 st may. Whitsun May June June onwards external moderator May onwards preparation for year 13 units. Trinity Jun July Year 13 Lessons begin after AS examinations AS Photography Unit 3 Essay on a subject of your choice

KS5 Programme of Study Subject: A2 Applied ICT Year group: 13 Term Michaelmas Sep Oct Data collection dates Progress and prediction week 1 5/10/15 Full mock exam Coursework Programme of study Unit 10: Using Multimedia Software A functional specification that describes the purpose, audience and context for the multimedia product and explains what it is required to do. An initial design that: - satisfies the functional requirements - considers all aspects of multimedia design - plans the timing of events using a timeline - combines multimedia components both ready-made and original to convey information. Key assessment First assessment of Unit 10: Using Multimedia Software planning. Section A, B and C. Christmas Nov Dec Progress and prediction WTM 30/11/15 week 2 7/12/15 Full mock paper Plus evidence of use of prototyping to improve and refine the design. Unit 10: Using Multimedia Software A run-time version of a fully working multimedia product, with supporting getting started with instructions for users. Evidence of formative and summative testing. An evaluation assessing: - the multimedia product - own performance and current skill level. Final assessment of Unit 10: Using Multimedia Software Testing the Video. Completed ready for external examiner. Section D and E. Epiphany Jan Feb Progress & prediction Unit 8: Managing ICT Projects A project proposal, with evidence of how it is presented it to senior management, and a project definition document that has been approved by senior management. A project plan covering all the key phases of the project. Plus evidence of use of the plan to monitor and communicate progress throughout the project. First assessment of Unit 8: Managing ICT Projects Section A, B and C. Evidence of performance as a project manager, showing communication with stakeholders, feedback, provided accurate information and ran meetings.

Easter Mar April week 3 29/2/16 Unit 8: Managing ICT Projects The software product plus any other specified deliverables produced as outcomes of the project. Plus evidence showing how the production of the product correlated with the schedule specified in the plan. Final assessment of Unit 8: Managing ICT Projects Section D and E. Whitsun May June An evaluation using feedback from the end-of-project review assessing the success of the project, the effectiveness of the project management methods used and own performance. How to use a database. Database skills ready for the exam. Database Exam Study Leave N/A Trinity Jun July

KS5 Programme of Study Subject: Photography Year group: 13 Term Data collection dates Programme of study Key assessment Michaelmas Sep Oct WINDOW 1 05/10/15 1 23 rd October Coursework Students have been given a design brief and are guided by the teaching staff in their choices. The theme and topics and route taken are designed by the pupil. This is the pupil s time to show what they have learnt and what journey they want to take their photography on. Throughout the work produced for the coursework Final assessment Marking of coursework Christmas Nov Dec WINDOW 2 07/12/15 Epiphany Jan Feb WINDOW 3 29/02/16 2 8 th January Full report 11/12/13 14 th January Continued work on coursework January Exam preparation Reminder of what is expected during an exam and preparation work. 1 st February exam information released students to start working on this Throughout the work produced for the coursework Final assessment Coursework produced for Multiple Images Project examination Easter Mar April 3 18 th March External examination Exam Paper released 1st February External examination from 1 st February 5 hours in controlled Conditions. Students will need to use the skills they have developed with producing the coursework to answer a examination topic using images and Photography skills. Examination work

All coursework and examination elements must be finalised by 1 st may. Whitsun May June Trinity Jun July June onwards external moderator May onwards preparation for year 13 units. Year 13 Lessons begin after AS examinations AS Photography Unit 3 Essay on a subject of your choice