HIGHER NATIONAL CERTIFICATE / DIPLOMA in COMPUTING
(all pathways)
Assignment Title: Portfolio: Computer Systems
Assignment Number: 1 of 1
LEARNING OUTCOMES AND ASSESSMENT CRITERIA COVERED
LO1 Understand the function of computer systems
1.1 explain the role of computer systems in different environments
1.2 explain the hardware, software and peripheral components of a computer system
1.3 compare different types of computer systems
LO2 Be able to design computer systems
2.1 produce a system design specification to meet a client’s needs
2.2 evaluate the suitability of a system design specification Only Do this part
LO3 Be able to build and configure computer systems
3.1 build and configure a computer system to meet a design specification
3.2 test and document a computer system
LO4 Be able to undertake routine maintenance on computer systems
4.1 perform routine maintenance tasks on a computer system
4.2 upgrade the hardware and software on a computer system
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Assignment Brief
Part 1 - Understand the function of computer systems
You are an IT Teacher who has been asked to prepare an introductory lesson on Computer Systems to First Year Undergraduates.
The lesson must cover the following points:
1.1 explain the role of computer systems in different environments
1.2 explain the hardware, software and peripheral components of a computer system
1.3 compare different types of computer systems
You have been asked to prepare a set of PowerPoint slides which fully cover the aims of the