Belfast Boys' Model School
Respect, Commitment, Integrity
ICT & Computing
Aims
The ICT/Computing Department aims to:
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Develop, maintain and stimulate students’ inquisitiveness, interest and enjoyment in using ICT and Computing
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Develop pupils’ competence in a range of computing and ICT skills
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Develop pupils’ ability to manage and present information effectively through the use of ICT
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Enable pupils to develop transferable ICT skills that can be applied to situations across all curriculum subjects
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Enable pupils to make reasoned, mature decisions on the usability and appropriateness of data and resources
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Enable pupils to develop an understanding of the use of ICT and Computing in commerce, business and industry
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Enable pupils to develop an understanding of computational thinking skills
Staff
Mrs Buchanan
Mr Patterson
Mr Poots
Mrs Carey
Mrs Ryan
Miss Stewart
Mrs Drury
Miss Wedge
Mr Robinson
Mr Curtis (Senior Technician)
Mr Larkin (Technician)
"I think it’s fair to say that personal computers have become the most empowering tool we’ve ever created… and they can be shaped by their user."
- Bill Gates
Key Stage 3
The course aims to prepare pupils with appropriate ICT and Computing skills. To broaden their knowledge and understanding in a wide range of application areas so to enable the effective use of ICT across all their subjects and eventually within the world of work.
Year 8
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Computer safety and personal safety
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Email Etiquette
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ESafety & Cyber safety
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General software applications – MS PowerPoint, MS Word, Excel, internet
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Programming with SCRATCH
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Multimedia design
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Viruses and Cybersecurity
Year 9 (Intermediate Level)
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Computer safety and personal safety
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Email Etiquette
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ESafety & Cyber safety
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General software applications – MS PowerPoint, MS Word, Excel, internet
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Multimedia design
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Web Development
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Digital Movie Maker
Year 10 (Advanced Level)
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Computer safety and personal safety
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Email Etiquette
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ESafety & Cyber safety
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General software applications – MS PowerPoint, MS Word, Excel, internet
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Python Programming and AI
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Animation
GCSE
CCEA, Digital Technology (Multimedia Route)
Unit 1: Digital Technology - 30%
Unit 2: Digital Authoring Concepts - 40%
Unit 3: Digital Authoring Practice - 30%
CCEA GCSE Digital Technology (Programming Route)
Unit 1: Digital Technology - 30%
Unit 4: Digital Development Concepts - 40%
Unit 5: Digital Development Practice - 30%
OCN NI, Level 2 Certificate in IT Applications
Unit 1: Digital Technology  
Unit 2: Email Software Skills 
Unit 3: Multimedia Software 
Unit 4: Presentation Software 
Unit 5: Word Processing Software
Method of Assessment and value
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All units are assessed through portfolios/coursework. 
Grading
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Assessment Grade B or Fail 
Post 16
Information Technology
Course Details: BTEC Nationals Level 3 Extended Certificate in IT
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Unit 1: Information Technology Systems
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Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage Information
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Unit 3: Using Social Media in Business mandatory coursework
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Unit 5: Data Modelling mandatory coursework
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Course Details: BTEC Nationals Level 3 Diploma in IT
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Unit 1: Information Technology Systems 
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Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage Information 
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Unit 3: Using Social Media in Business 
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Unit 4 Programming 
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Unit 5: Data Modelling 
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Unit 9: IT Project Management 
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Unit 11: Cyber Security and Incident Management 
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Unit 18: Digital Animation and Effects
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Skills Developed
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Word Processing
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Spreadsheets
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Databases
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Programming
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PowerPoint
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Graphics
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Digital Sound
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Digital Video
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Explore – access, manage, research and interpret information
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Express – create, develop and present information
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Exchange – communicate and share
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Evaluate – review, reflect and improve work
Career Areas
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Computer Operator
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User Support Manager
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IT Software Trainer
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Web designer
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Web Analyst
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Graphic Designer
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Architect
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Accountant
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Software Engineer
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ICT Teacher
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ICT Technician
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Games Software Designer
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Engineer