Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) IGCSE Course

Unit 1: Hardware, software, memory and storage

The first unit starts by looking at the computer and processing in general terms; what are these devices and how can we use them in everyday life. The unit also looks at methods of data storage and backup

• The computer
• Processors
• Input and output devices
• Storage devices
• Memory and backup
• Types of software
• Commands and user interfaces

Unit 2: Word processing, desk top publishing and spreadsheets

Word processing is perhaps the most common tool of computing – this unit explores word processing and formatting concepts and also explores desk top publishing in terms of enhancing documents and modelling

• Word processing software
• Formatting
• Graphics in documents
• Spreadsheet software
• Modelling

Unit 3: Databases, graphics and presentation software

In this unit database creating is explained and explored together with looking at a variety of data storage methods. In addition the unit provides opportunity to look at video and audio editing software components and uses.

• Creating databases
• Sorting data
• Video and audio editing software
• Graphics software
• Presentation software

Unit 4: Communications, networking and the internet

Using ICT for communication is part of modern life. This unit explores networks, networking and how these tools are used within different contexts including social networking

• Types of network
• Data transmission
• The internet
• Security issues
• Social networking

Unit 5: Applications and the examination

The final unit explores concepts and processes related to web authoring and data capture. In addition there is a dedicated section to help students prepare for the examination

• Web authoring
• Data capture
• Encoding
• Examples
• The assessment/.examinations