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Subject Choice
CATComputer Applications Technology
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Definition
• Computer Applications Technology deals with the effective use of information and communication technologies to solve information, communication and data problems.
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Introduction
ICT plays an important role in lives of people in globally connected world
Learners must be competent in the use of computers
Every industry sector today relies on technology
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What employers want
Employees that canCommunicate in variety of waysWork with data and informationUnderstand technologyWork fluently with computersCan solve problems
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Purpose 1
Knowledge and skills to know and understand the functions of applications
Word processor– Manipulate text– Compile and communicate information
Spreadsheet – Process data into useable information– Present information so that it is easy to interpret
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Purpose 2
Learn toUse a presentation program to present information in a
compelling way.Use e-mail for good, effective and meaningful
communication.Solve problems using, combining and integrating the
different applications Work with data and information:
collect, analyse and edit datamanipulate, process, present and communicate information
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Social benefits
Work effectively with others Act responsibly and effectivelyCommunicate effectively in various modesParticipate in life as responsible citizens Be culturally and aesthetically sensitive
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Economic
Identify and solve problems, and make decisions Use science and technology effectively and
critically showing responsibility Explore education and career opportunitiesDevelop entrepreneurial opportunities
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Why take this subject?
Essential for success in the digital age Instills understanding of computation and
computational thinkingToo few students exposed to opportunities
presented by computer science