Computer Science

defines the specific actions or behaviours that a software system or application must perform

checking that data is acceptable by comparing it against a set of criteria

a dynamic data structure that can contain items of different data types

Developing code for a programming project

Approaching a programming project

The project brief

Software design principles

Project design

Refining code in a programming project

Testing principles

Testing and refining a programming project

Evaluating the success of a programming project

In this unit pupils will have the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge they have developed in previous programming units by approaching a practical project. They will apply software design, product design and testing principles to take their project from initial design to working prototype.

Python programming project

the specific actions a system must perform

What are functional requirements in software development?

What is the name for the process that checks whether input data meets certain criteria before it is accepted by a program?

Match each example to the correct concept:

What method would you use to add a new item to an existing list in Python?

What happens if invalid data passes through a program without validation?

to visually organise the logic and sequence of a program

What is the main purpose of using a flowchart during program design?

a way to express algorithms using everyday language and structure

Which of the following best describes pseudocode?

It helps prevent mistakes and makes coding more efficient.

Why is structured design important before starting to write code?

In pseudocode, how are decisions typically shown?

Arrange the following in the correct order for using a flowchart

Match each keyword to its correct description:

Starter Quiz

What is the main purpose of using a flowchart during program design?