NCEA Level 1 Digital Technologies
L1DTC Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs T. Sales.
Recommended Prior LearningThis course doesn’t have any subject requirements but strongly recommends that Digital Technologies was taken in year 10.
The NCEA Level 1 Digital Technologies and Computing course offers a practical introduction to key digital technology and computing skills. You will have the opportunity to create either a website or an animation, allowing you to bring your ideas to life through a hands-on project. In addition, you will learn to develop a computer program in Python or JavaScript.
The course also focuses on the principles of human-computer interaction, where you will explore the importance of usability and Mātāpono Māori in the design of digital technologies. You'll get experience using Microsoft PowerPoint to create and deliver presentations, and you'll build your data management skills by working with spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. This course is designed to give you a solid grounding in digital technologies, preparing you for further study and opportunities in the field.
Students who choose Digital Technologies and Computing at Level 1 can access Adobe Creative Suite, Blender and integrated development environments (Visual Studio Code and Wing Personal). Learning is supported with digital learning platforms like GROK Academy and Code.org. Note that this course is presented via Teams with all work/assignments/content shared on Teams daily.
This course has a focus on Digital Technologies, with an introduction to programming.
1. Digital Outcome: Website Development (HTML & CSS) and Programming (Python/JavaScript)
2. Media & Graphics: Adobe Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator
3. Computer Science:
Human Computer Interaction - Jakob Nielsen's Usability Heuristics,
Usability principles relating to mātāpono Māori and issues around accessibility.
Learning Areas:
Assessment Information
L1DTC Total Credits Available: 20 credits
AS 92005 Develop a digital technologies outcome (Website OR Animation), 5 credits
AS 92004 Develop a computer program (Python OR JavaScript), 5 credits
EXTERNALS
AS 92006 Demonstrate understanding of usability in human-computer interfaces, 5 credits
UNIT STANDARDS
Optional replacement for programming or additional to course
AND/OR
US 5946 Use computer technology to create and deliver a presentation from` given content (Microsoft PowerPoint Presentation), 3 credits
US18743 Produce a spreadsheet from instructions using supplied data (Microsoft Excel), 2 credits
NCEA Level 2 Digital Technologies
Digital Technologies and Computing at Level 1 builds essential skills in programming, digital design, and problem-solving. These are valuable foundations for any career involving technology, creativity, or communication.
Career PathwaysSoftware Developer, Game Developer, Animator/Digital Artist, Biomedical Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Architectural Technician, Film and Video Editor, Mechanical Engineer, Mining Engineer, Meteorologist, Fashion Designer, Graphic Designer, Industrial Designer, Information Technology Helpdesk/Support Technician, Information Technology Manager, Medical Imaging Technologist, Artist
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryRecommended Equipment:
Personal wired earphones (to ensure compatibility and reliability).
BYOD:
A device is NOT required for this course.
However, bringing your own device will be advantageous for extension opportunities and completing homework.
Please refer to the school’s BYOD specifications for guidance.
No additional computer specifications are necessary.
| Description | Type | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Course Fee (subscriptions and sanitation of shared devices) | Non-Voluntary | $30.00 |
| $30.00 | ||