11DT

NCEA Level 1 Digital Technology

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr M. Elliott.

Welcome to Year 11 Digital Technologies! This year, you will dive deep into the fascinating world of computational thinking and digital design, where you will master the fundamentals of Python programming and create your own digital outcomes.

In this course, you will learn to apply computational thinking skills and basic programming structures to develop your own video game or website. You will make use of a wide range of tools and techniques, making smart development choices based on testing and feedback from your peers.

We will also explore the exciting design processes in digital technologies. You will research real-world issues, brainstorm innovative design ideas, and create solutions that meet the needs of end users. Throughout this journey, you will engage in talanoa (open dialogue), mahi tahi (collaboration), and whakawhiti kōrero (feedback) to refine your designs and make them even better.

Your final project will showcase a completed design that incorporates your best ideas, demonstrating a clear link from initial concepts to the finished product. You will also have the opportunity to discuss the values of manaakitanga (hospitality) and kaitiakitanga (guardianship) as you create your design, drawing on significant learning experiences.


Course Overview

Term 1
AS92004 - Create a computer program.
Students will develop their programming skills to problem solve a range of problem using PythON.

Term 2
AS92007 - Design a digital technologies outcome
Prepare their external portfolio

* define a project of interest
* project manage the project
* create a design
* identify and develop skills relevant to their project
* problem solve
* develop an outcome using an iterative process
* work with a wide range of people throughout the project as required i.e. other students, teachers, other professional adults, .

Term 3
AS92005 - Develop a digital technologies outcome

Term 4
DCAT EXAM - AS92007 - Design a Digital technologies outcome

Recommended Prior Learning

Any student will have the opportunity to enter this course (regardless of their current knowledge or skill sets), as the course will initially teach and assess essential skills. A knowledge of python coding would be beneficial but not essential. 

Pathway

This is a foundation Digital Technologies course for students who wish to discover both computer science and product digital design teaching and learning.

Assessment Information

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

This course is approved for University Entrance.

Total Credits Available: 15 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 5 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.

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.

This course is approved for University Entrance.

Total Credits Available: 15
Internal Assessed Credits: 10
External Assessed Credits: 5
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 92004 v2
NZQA Info

Digital Technologies 1.1 - Create a computer program


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92005 v3
NZQA Info

Digital Technologies 1.2 - Develop a digital technologies outcome


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92007 v3
NZQA Info

Digital Technologies 1.4 - Design a digital technologies outcome


Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 15
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

POLICY
It is the policy of Taupo-nui-a-Tia College to have school-wide policies that inform parents and students of the criteria for administering all Assessments for National Qualifications.

Credits listed may change.