National 5 / Computer Systems
Computer Systems
The Computer Systems unit of the course focusses how computers work at a basic level.
What Will I Learn?
The course provides an introduction to the world of Computer Systems. Here's what you'll get out of it...
- 🗄️ Learn how computers store data
- 🧱 Understand the underlying structure of computers
- 🍃 Discover the impact computers have on the environment
- 🔒 Learn about the security risks posed by computers
Chapters
Data Representation
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1 Binary
Learn how computers store whole numbers
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2 Floating Point Representation
Learn how computers store numbers with a decimal point
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3 ASCII
Learn how computers store text
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4 Bitmapped Graphics
Learn one of the ways computers store images
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5 Vector Graphics
Learn another way computers store images
Computer Structure
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1 Computer Architecture
Learn about the components used within a computer system
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2 Translators
Learn how programs are run on a computer system
Environmental Impact
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1 Environmental Impact
Explore the impact computers have on the environment
Security Precautions
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1 Firewalls
Learn how firewalls can be used to protect a computer
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2 Encryption
Learn how encryption is used when sending data