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Course - Information Processes and Technology

Information Processes and Technology is the study of computer-based information systems. It focuses on information processes performed by these systems and the information technology that allows them to take place. Social, ethical and non-computer procedures resulting from the processes are considered. Different types of information systems are studied. Through group project work, students will create their own information system and presentations working with word processing, spreadsheet, database, graphics, web-authoring and multimedia tools.

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FAQ

What is the course about?

The Preliminary course is organised around three topics that relate to Introduction to Information Skills and Systems, Tools for Information Processes, and Developing Information Systems, where students are involved in both individual and team projects. All topics and their related projects are based on the information processes and skills of collecting, organising, analysing, storing and retrieving, processing, transmitting/receiving and displaying. 

The HSC course is organised around three core topics: Project Work, Information Systems and Databases, and Communication Systems, together with four optional strands. It is assumed students undertaking this course will have satisfied the required outcomes of the Preliminary course. The HSC course involves a core (60% total) and option topics (40% total). 

What projects will we do?

Year 11:

Information Systems and Skills – Information Systems Chat Bot engine for student selected organisation
Tools for Information Processes – Develop your own information system and project report
Developing Information Systems  -  Develop a mobile phone app

Year 12: 

Compulsory units of study:
Information Systems Databases and Project Management 
Communication Systems 

Two of the Four options must be studied and may be driven by the class choice:

  • Multimedia
  • Transaction Processing Systems 
  • Decision Support Systems
  • Automated Manufacturing Systems 
How many units is it?

Two units.

What is the difference between IPT and SDD?

Information Processes and Technology (IPT) is the study of information systems and the processes and technology involved in them. Software Design and Development provides students with the opportunity to develop skills in designing and developing software solutions, project management and communication. It does this by looking at the different ways in which software can be developed, the tools that can be used to assist in this process and by considering the interaction between software and other components of computer systems. Students apply a systematic approach to develop and document software solutions using a variety of data structures and language facilities.

Do I need to be able to code to study this course?

It is not a requirement to be able to code for this course however, I would recommend an interest in coding.

If you have further questions, please contact:
TAS Coordinator - Mr Nick Williams
nwilliams@covenant.nsw.edu.au

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