Grade 12 Computer Science

Online high school course

Computer Science 12

Ontario Curriculum • Course Code: ICS4U

This course further develops students’ knowledge and skills in computer science. Students will design and write programs using object oriented programming (Java) to develop algorithms to solve a variety of problems. Students will have the opportunity to apply programming and project management techniques in a student-managed project. Students will explore the breadth of topics of studies involved in computer science by investigating topics in computer science theory; carrier opportunities in Computer Science; the impact of emergent technologies, and ethical issues and practices in computer science.

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Course Details

Course Code

ICS4U

Course Type

University Preparation

Format

Online School Course

Prerequisite

ICS3U (Introduction to Computer Science, Grade 11)

Department

Computer Studies

Course Title

Computer Science

Grade

Grade 12

Credit Value

1.0

Overall Curriculum Expectations

By the end of this course, students will:

A. Programming Concepts and Skills

  1. demonstrate the ability to use different data types and expressions when creating computer programs;
  2. describe and use modular programming concepts and principles in the creation of computer programs;
  3. design and write algorithms and subprograms to solve a variety of problems;
  4. use proper code maintenance techniques when creating computer programs.

B. Software Development

  1. demonstrate the ability to manage the software development process effectively, through all of its stages – planning, development, production, and closing;
  2. apply standard project management techniques in the context of a student-managed team project.

C. Designing Modular Programs

  1. demonstrate the ability to apply modular design concepts in computer programs;
  2. analyse algorithms for their effectiveness in solving a problem.

D. Topics in Computer Science

  1. assess strategies and initiatives that promote environmental stewardship with respect to the use of computers and related technologies;
  2. analyse ethical issues and propose strategies to encourage ethical practices related to the use of computers;
  3. analyse the impact of emerging computer technologies on society and the economy;
  4. research and report on different areas of research in computer science, and careers related to computer science.

Course Overview

Unit

Title

Time

1

Advanced Programming Concepts, Data Types and Code Quality

22 hours

2

Modular Design, Algorithms and Program Architecture

22 hours

3

Software Development Process and Project Management

18 hours

4

Algorithm Analysis, Testing and Optimization

14 hours

5

Ethics, Environment, Emerging Technologies, Research and Careers

14 hours

Culminating Student-Managed Software Project

18 hours

Final Examination

2 hours

Total

110 hours

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