Republic of the Philippines

Department of Science and Technology

COMPUTER SCIENCE 1 PHILIPPINE SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL – CAGAYAN VALLEY CAMPUS

Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya

COURSE GUIDE
TITLE
FOUNDATIONS OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

LEVEL CREDIT WEEKLY MEETINGS

GRADE 7 1 UNIT 1 50-MINS + 1 TWO-50 MINS

TEACHER
MR. ASLEY JAN P. GURAT, Special Science Teacher I

DESCRIPTION
In this course, the students should be able to acquire relevant skills, gain
fundamental knowledge and exhibit ethics in the analysis, design,
development, utilization and evaluation of outputs using information
and communication technology systems.

GENERAL OBJECTIVES
1. Explore the fundamental concepts of Information and Communication
Technology (ICT).
2. Be equipped with necessary skills, knowledge and attitude to be more
independent in the exploration of new ICT systems.
3. Exhibit awareness of current changes in ICT landscape and be able to reflect
on the effects of those advancements in their daily lives, their workplace,
and the society.
4. Practice ethical behaviors when using ICT and discuss consequences of
misuse.
5. Discover, attribute and evaluate the validity, relevance, appropriateness and
bias of electronic information sources concerning real-world problems.
6. Select appropriate productivity tools and technology that will aid in learning
and research.
7. Demonstrate basic skill in setting up a computer Grading System
system and in resolving minor computer problems. *Short Quizzes 30%
LT/PT/Project 50%
8. Collate and share ideas on educational problems, *Long Test 20%
ICT trends and issues, and practical solutions via Lab Activities 30%
collaboration tools such as ePortfolio, eLearning, Quarter Exams 50%
blogging and social networks. Exercises 20%
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TOTAL 100%

*written or practical
 S U B J E C T S C O P E A N D S E Q U E N C E
F I R S T Q U A R T E R Presentation Software for Effective Communication
1. Presentation Design
ICT and You (Applying ICT Today) a. Aspect Ratio
1. How ICT is used… b. Color Scheme
a. At Home c. Typography
b. At Work 2. Transition / Animation
c. At School 3. Embedding Object
2. ICT Systems / Software 4. Oral Presentation Training
3. Common ICT software
a. File Organization T H I R D Q U A R T E R
b. Office Applications
c. Web Services Spreadsheets for Data Analysis
4. Strengths and Limitations of Computers 1. Data Types
2. Data Formatting
Efficient File Management
3. Conditional Formatting
1. Text- vs. GUI-based navigation
4. Using Functions / Formulas
2. File formats / extensions
5. Data Representation using Graphs / Charts
3. Data Compression / Encryption
6. Interpreting Data
4. Backup / Versioning
7. Macros
Word Processing for Technical Writing
F O U R T H Q U A R T E R
1. Basic Word Processing
a. Page Formatting
b. Outlining / Bulleting Demystifying ICT (Inside the Box)
c. Embedding Graphics 1. Types of Software
d. Spell-checking a. System
e. Annotations b. Application
2. Advanced Formatting c. Programming
a. Graphic Organizers 2. How Software Works with Hardware
b. Headers / Footers a. Data Processing Cycle
c. Breaks / Pagination b. Digitization
d. Math Equations c. BIN / DEC / HEX Conversions
3. Technical Formatting d. Machine Cycle
a. Table of Contents e. Networking
b. List of Figures 3. Computer System
c. Index / Bibliography a. Logical Components
d. Mail Merge b. Physical Parts
c. Hardware Specifications
S E C O N D Q U A R T E R d. Generations / Classifications of Computers

Using the Internet / WWW for Research Basic Technician Training

1. Protocols and DNS 1. Desktop Computer Assembly
2. Searching / Downloading 2. Basic Troubleshooting
a. Evaluating Information 3. Software Installation
b. Citing Sources 4. Use of System Utilities
3. Netiquette a. Disk scan / Defragmenter
4. Sharing / Collaborating b. System Backup / Restore
a. E-mail / IM c. AntiVirus
b. Blogging
c. Social Networking 1 Year-long project:
d. ePortfolio 1
Compilations & reflections of learning in CS1
e. ICT Trends / Issues 2
2
5. Basic HTML / CSS Tags Digital Divide, Convergence
a. Headings Fair Use, Digital Piracy, Open-source Software
b. Font, Colors, Image Data Integrity / Cybersecurity / Cybercrime
c. Hyperlinks Computer / Internet Addiction,
d. Table ICT Trends, Future of Computing, AI
 I . C . T . A C C E P T A B L E U S E P O L I C Y
Per PSHSS Code of Conduct, the following are specific rules and regulations pertinent to the use of the computer laboratories
(ComLab), the eLibrary and wireless network services. These provisions also cover the use of mobile computers and ICT
equipment in the classrooms:

1. The ComLab should be used during class hours for 9. Student-owned mobile computer / ICT equipment may
subject-related laboratory activities. The eLibrary should be allowed in the classroom when:
be used solely for school-related research and a. required to be used in class;
educational multimedia access. b. the student has written permit signed by the
subject teacher who allowed the use of; and
2. In classes where students are assigned permanent c. filed to the dormitory manager who will release
computer terminals, students are not allowed to use the device and compile the permits.
other terminals unless authorized by the subject
teacher. 10. Keep Intranet log-in accounts secure to protect
personalized use of network services. The system
3. The use of ComLab by other subject teachers for whole administrator, however, is allowed to view/edit/delete
class periods must be scheduled at least a day in student files stored in the Intranet network storage.
advance with the consent of the lab-in-charge.
11. Students may use removable media (USB thumb drives,
4. Faculty members, administrative staff and students may portable hard disks, smartphones) in the labs to save
use the wireless network provided that they register and transport their files. However, the students are
their device with the network administrator. Each user responsible for their own physical storage media and the
is allowed only one device for wireless access. Wireless files contained therein.
access for students, however, will be time limited and
bandwidth controlled. 12. Using third party software, the computers in the
ComLab / eLibrary are reset to their pristine state (no
5. Free computers in the ComLab may be used for research viruses; previous work files deleted) upon boot up or
purposes provided that: restart. Thus, students are required to properly
a. the eLibrary is full; shutdown computers and turn off ICT equipment when
b. there are no scheduled classes for ComLab use; not in use.
and
c. the student has a written request for 13. The following are Level I offences in this policy:
ComLab/eLibrary use. a. loitering in the ComLab/eLibrary;
b. inserting foreign objects into any technology
6. Blank lab permits are available c/o the lab-in-charge, equipment;
librarian and class monitors. Lab permits should: c. using the ComLab/eLibrary/wireless network
a. specify the name of student/s (one or more services without permission;
students may use a single lab permit); d. using other computer terminals other than
b. specify the date and time of access assigned one without permission;
c. estimate the duration of usage; e. playing computer games (unless required in a
d. be signed by the subject teacher who required the subject and monitored by the subject teacher); .
research; and
e. be filed to the lab-in-charge/librarian who will 14. The following are Level II offences in this policy:
make the lab/units available and compile the a. destruction or vandalism of ICT property;
permits. b. using the ComLab/eLibrary to plagiarize or pirate
content;
7. The ComLab/eLibrary may be used beyond school hours c. accessing, downloading, disseminating or
(3:40 – 5:00PM) provided that: possession of pornographic or inappropriate
a. the student has an Activity Permit signed by the content;
SSD Chief in addition to the lab permit; d. cyberbullying, flaming, or irresponsible blogs or
b. the activity is scheduled at least a day in advance posts in social networks; or
with the lab-in-charge/librarian; and e. installing or modifying any hardware / software /
c. the lab-in-charge/librarian consents to serve as system / network settings in the ComLab/eLibrary
chaperon. without permission.

8. Unless it is required for the subject and with the 15. The following are Level III offences in this policy:
supervision of the lab-in-charge/subject teacher, a. theft of ICT equipment;
students are not allowed to install / upgrade / modify b. identity theft or any form of cybercrime;
any hardware / software / system / network settings in c. engaging in any form of voyeurism on the
the ComLab/eLibrary. Internet; or
d. any method of hacking or similar physical or
electronic compromise of the school Intranet.

[email protected] SIR ASH  0916 – 756 – 4816