GCSE Computer Science for AQA Student Book

A new series of bespoke, full-coverage resources developed for the 2016 AQA and OCR GCSE Computer Science qualifications.

David Waller (Author), Ann Weidmann (Consultant editor)

9781316504048, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 2 June 2016

250 pages
27.5 x 22 x 1 cm, 0.63 kg

A new series of bespoke, full-coverage resources developed for the 2016 AQA and OCR GCSE Computer Science qualifications. Written for the AQA GCSE Computer Science specification for first teaching from 2016, this print Student Book uses an exciting and engaging approach to help students build their knowledge and master underlying computing principles and concepts. Designed to develop computational thinking, programming and problem-solving skills, this resource includes challenges that build on learning objectives, and real-life examples that demonstrate how computer science relates to everyday life. Remember features act as revision references for students and key mathematical skills relevant to computer science are highlighted throughout. A digital Cambridge Elevate-enhanced Edition and a free digital Teacher's Resource are also available.

Introduction
1. Algorithms
2. Iteration
3. Data types and structures
4. Sorting and searching
5. Input and output
6. Software development
7. Representing numbers
8. Representing text, graphics and sound
9. Computer systems
10. Boolean logic
11. Programming languages
12. Computer networks
13. Cyber security
14. Impact of digital technologies
Non-exam assessment preparation

Subject Areas: Educational: IT & computing, ICT [YQTU]