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The document outlines the A Level Computer Science syllabus developed by ZIMSEC, detailing its history, rationale, aims, topics covered, and assessment methods. It emphasizes the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and practical skills, while also addressing the strengths and limitations of the curriculum. The syllabus is structured for learners pursuing careers in computer science and related fields, with a focus on practical and theoretical knowledge.

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The document outlines the A Level Computer Science syllabus developed by ZIMSEC, detailing its history, rationale, aims, topics covered, and assessment methods. It emphasizes the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and practical skills, while also addressing the strengths and limitations of the curriculum. The syllabus is structured for learners pursuing careers in computer science and related fields, with a focus on practical and theoretical knowledge.

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GROUP 4

COMPUTER SCIENCE A LEVEL ZIMSEC

MEMBERS:

MANYERUKE LOVEMORE N02022123W


GOZO TEVERAI N02021536R
S I B A N D A D A M I YA N A N 0 2 0 2 2 7 5 M
MUCHENGETI ABINEZI N020210311T
D E S I G N E D F O R L E A R N E R S W H O WA N T T O
PURSUE CAREERS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
A N D O T H E R T E C H N O L O G Y R E L AT E D F I E L D S
HISTORY

1990s-2012 Computing 9195 ( Developed by


ZIMSEC)
It had three components:
9195/1 A structured theory
9195/2 A structured theory (similar to
9195/1)
9195/3 Project
Resemblance of the Cambridge Syllabus
Not Zimbabwe grown
Not practical-oriented
HISTORY cont’d

2013-2017 Computing 9195( Developed by


ZIMSEC)
It had three components:
9195/1 Structured theory paper
9195/2 Practical and theory (Section A:
Programming Visual Basic: Section B :
Theory)
9195/3 Continuous Assessment (Project)
Structure of 9195/2
Practical oriented
Current A Level ZIMSEC 2015-2022

The syllabus was developed by Curriculum


Development and Technical Services (CDTS )
First exam in 2018
Syllabus covers form 5 and 6 (content for
each level different)
RATIONALE

To equip learners with


1. Problem solving skills
2. Critical thinking skills
3. Collaboration skills
4. Innovation
5. Self sustenance
6. Professional development
7. Life long learning
AIMS

Develop critical thinking skills


To develop problem solving skills
Apply moral and ethical approaches in the
use of ICTs (ubuntu/unhu
Appreciate the role of security in computer
system
TOPICS COVERED

1. Data representation
2. Networking
3. Computer Architecture
4. Algorithm design and Data Structure
5. Programming
6. Databases
7.Enterprising
8. Security and Ethics
9. System development life cycle
SKILLS DISTRIBUTION
SKILL PAPER 1 (%) PAPER 2 (%)

Knowledge and 30 10
understanding
Problem solving 50 40
Practical Skills 20 50
Total 100 100
TIME ALLOCATION

At least 12 Periods of 40 minutes per week


4 periods theory and 4 periods practical
METHODOLOGIES

 Problem solving
 E-learning
 Multi-media
 Simulation and modeling
 Discovery
 Experimentation
 Design Based learning
 Question and answer
 Demonstrations
 Discussion
 Educational Tours
 Research and Presentations
SCOPE AND SEQUENCE CHART
TOPIC FORM 5 FORM 6
7.1 Data • Number bases
Representation • Floating point
arithmetic
• Computer
arithmetic errors
• Data
representation
7.2 Computer Hardware • Software
Architecture Architecture Architecture
7.3 Networking • Open Systems • Cloud Services
Interconnection Models
(OSI) • Cloud Types
Model
• Transmission
Control Protocol
(TCP)/Internet
Protocol(IP) Model
• IP Addressing
• Domain Name
SCOPE AND SEQUENCE CHART conti…

TOPIC FORM 5 FORM 6


7.4 Systems • Systems • Object Oriented
Development Life Development Life Methodology
Cycle (SDLC) Cycle (SDLC- • Prototyping
Waterfall Model)
7.2 Computer • Hardware • Software
Architecture Architecture Architecture
7.3 Networking • Open Systems • Cloud Services
Interconnection Models  Cloud
(OSI) Types
Model
• Transmission
Control Protocol
(TCP)/Internet
Protocol(IP) Model
• IP Addressing
• DomainName
• Systems Routing
TOPIC FORM 5 FORM 6

7.5 Security and • Data privacy and • Security Policies


Ethics Integrity • Laws and
• Common threats Compute
and software • Crime 
vulnerabilities to Environmental
computer systems laws and issues
• Protection, access • Impact of social
control, and media
authentication • Ethical principles
• Legislation on 
computer security
and crimes
• Disaster
• Recovery methods
• Risk Management
techniques
• Code of ethics at
the workplace
• Business ethics
• Impact of social
media
TOPIC FORM 5 FORM 6
7.6 Algorithm Design • Pseudo code • Binary trees and
and Data Structures structures array operations
• Standard • Primitive data
algorithms types
• Data structures • Recursion
7.7 Programming • Programming • Object Oriented
language features Programming
• Structured • Advanced
programming Programming
• Functions and
procedures
• Arrays
• File handling
• Interface design
7.8 Databases • File based
database systems
• Database
Management
Systems (DBMS)
• Relational
Database
modelling
SCOPE AND SEQUENCE CHART conti…

TOPIC FORM 5 FORM 6


7.9 Enterprising • E-Business • E-Commerce
• Intellectual • Telecommunicatio
Property Rights ns
• Application areas • Business and
of Computer enterprise
Science
• Business Proposal
Development
COMPETENCY SKILLS

Problem solving
Collaboration
Communication
Critical thinking
Entrepreneurship
Practical skills
ASSESSMENT

Summative 70%
1. Paper 1 structured 30% (3 hours)
2. Paper 2 Practical 40% (3 hours)

Continuous assessment 30 %
1. Paper 3: Coursework 10% (4 terms)
2. Paper 4: Project 20% (5 terms)
STRENGTHS

1. Good competencies (Practical skills enhanced,


Problem solving skills, Collaboration skills
2. Covers the minimum body of knowledge
(Computer Architecture, Programming,
Databases etc)
3. Topics well sequenced
4. Current issues included
(Ubuntu/Entreprenuership/Environmental Issues)
5. Project method included (Cont
6. Scaffolding method used (Content at form 6 a
build up of content at form 6)
LIMITATIONS

1. Networking Concepts difficulty to test


practically.
2. Some topics might have been included
(e.g. Operating system -Job Scheduling)
3. Shortage of text books for the new
curriculum.

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