Higher Nationals in Computing

Overview - Unit 2: Computer Systems

These pages aim to enable learners to understand computer systems and apply theoretical knowledge to practical application when building, configuring and maintaining computer systems.

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Learning Outcomes

  1. Understand the function of computer systems
  2. Be able to design computer systems
  3. Be able to build and configure computer systems
  4. Be able to undertake routine maintenance on computer systems.

Assessments

  1. Final 18th Apr 2017 Assessment A2-1: System Specification
  2. Final 13th Jun 2017 Assessment A2-2: Standard System Setup

Assessment Criteria

  1. Understand the function of computer systems
    1. explain the role of computer systems in different environments
    2. explain the hardware, software and peripheral components of a computer system
    3. compare different types of computer systems
  2. Be able to design computer systems
    1. produce a system design specification to meet a client’s needs
    2. evaluate the suitability of a system design specification
  3. Be able to build and configure computer systems
    1. build and configure a computer system to meet a design specification
    2. test and document a computer system
  4. Be able to undertake routine maintenance on computer systems
    1. perform routine maintenance tasks on a computer system
    2. upgrade the hardware and software on a computer system.

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