JSS1 Computer Studies Scheme of Work

Nigeria • NERDC-aligned Junior Secondary School 1

Computer Studies — JSS1

Term-by-term breakdown for JSS1 Computer Studies, aligned with BECE/NERDC guidance.

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Syllabus Topics

JSS1
  1. Historical Development of Computers
    1. Early counting devices: cowries, fingers, stones, sticks, pebbles
    2. Mechanical devices: abacus, slide rule
    3. Electro-mechanical devices: Napier’s bones, Pascal, Leibniz, Jacquard loom, Babbage, Philip Emeagwali
    4. Electronic/modern computers: Hollerith, Von Neumann; generations (1st–5th)
  2. Data Processing
    1. Definition of data and data processing; processing cycle (gathering, collation, input, processing, storage, output)
    2. Importance of computers for data processing: accuracy, storage, fast access, repetitive tasks
  3. Computer Ethics
    1. Computer room management: dust-free environment, ventilation, lighting, setup
    2. Laboratory rules: arrangement of furniture, computers and peripherals
  4. Applications of ICT in Everyday Life
    1. Uses: communication, timing/control, information processing/management
    2. ICT and society
  5. Information Transmission
    1. Meaning; ancient methods (oral, drums, fire, town crying, whistling, drawings)
    2. Modern methods: print, telephone, telex, radio, TV, fax, satellite, internet, GSM
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