SCHEME OF WORK FOR FORM 1 ICTL

Computer Lab Management

Week Learning Area Learning Outcomes Suggested Learning Activities

1 (3/1/11 – 7/1/11)
1. Computer Lab Regulations
1.1 Computer Lab Rules 1.1.1 List computer lab rules. • Showing and explaining computer lab rules in the
computer lab
1.2 User 1.2.1 Practice computer lab rules. • Reporting on observation of practical lab rules using
worksheets
1.3 Equipment 1.3.1 Handle equipment responsibly. • Explaining procedures for responsible care of
equipment
• Discussing and listing appropriate ways of handling
equipment
1.4 Data and User Security 1.4.1 State the importance of data • Explaining the importance of password and
and user security. usernames
2 (10/1/11 – 14/1/11)
2. Lab Organisation

2.1 Organisation Chart 2.1.1 State the Organisation Chart of • Showing and explaining the Organisation chart
a computer lab.
2.1.2 Identify the Computer Lab
Coordinator.
2.1.3 State the responsibilities of a
computer lab coordinator.

2.2 Computer Lab 2.2.1 Adhere to the timetable. • Using the computer lab according to the allocated
Timetable time

2.3 Log Book 2.3.1 Identify types of log books. • Showing samples of log books
2.3.2 List usage of a log book. - Computer Log Book
2.3.3 Practise responsible use of Computer Lab Log Book-(refer Appendix L)
computers. • Sign in and sign out log book
• Sign in when they use the computer

3 – 4 (17/1/11 – 28/1/11)
3. Ethics in Using Computer

Note: 3.1 Copyright 3.1.1 State the ethics of computer • Explaining the ethics of computer usage

Chinese New Year usage.
holiday from 31/1/11– 3.1.2 Define the meaning of • Explaining the meaning of copyright
4/2/11. copyright.
3.1.3 State the effects of copyright • Discussing in groups the effects of copyright violation
violation.

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 Week
Computer Hardware
Week Learning Area
5 – 6 (31/1/11 – 11/2/11)
1.
7 – 16 (14/2/11 – 29/4/11)
2.
Note:

Ujian Berkala 1 on week
8 (2 – 4/3/09).

Midterm 1 holiday from
14 – 22/3/09.
Learning Area Learning Outcomes Suggested Learning Activities
3.2 Unethical Use of 3.2.1 List out various unethical use of • Conducting discussion on the misuse of computers
Computers computers.
3.2.2 State the effects of unethical • In pairs, pupils browse the Internet to locate
use of computers. information on the misuse of computer
Learning Outcomes Suggested Learning Activities
Introduction to Computers
1.1 Evolution of the 1.1.1 State the generations of • Explaining the evolution of the computer from the
Computer computers together with the vacuum tube to the fifth generation and showing the
respective processors used. respective processors used
• Matching the types of processors used with the
respective generations of computers in a worksheet to
be kept in the portfolio
1.1.2 Explain the generations of • Gathering information on the evolution of computers
computers together with the and presenting the information in groups
respective processors used.
1.2 Types of Computers 1.2.1 Identify the types of • Introducing various types of computers using a
computers: PowerPoint presentation.
• Supercomputer • Labelling a flow chart of the types of computer in a
• Mainframe worksheet to be kept in the portfolio.
• Mini Computer
• Micro Computer
• Work Station
1.2.2 Define different types of • Gathering information on the types of computer and
computer. presenting the information in groups.
Computer Parts &
Components
2.1 Overview of the 2.1.1 Identify main components in • Showing the main components of the computer
Computer System the computer system: system
• Monitor • Labelling the main components of the computer
• Keyboard system in a worksheet to be kept in the portfolio
• Speaker
• Mouse
• System unit
• Printer
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Week Learning Area Learning Outcomes Suggested Learning Activities
2.1.2 State the functions of the main • Carrying out brainstorming session on the functions of
components in the computer the main components of the computer system
system. • Writing down the functions and keeping the sheet in
the portfolio

2.1.3 Explain briefly the data • Drawing and explain the data processing cycle of the
processing cycle of a computer computer system on a paper and to be kept in the
system: portfolio.
• Input
• Process Input  Process  Output
• Output
• Storage
Storage

2.2 System Unit 2.2.1 Identify the components of a • Introducing the components of a system unit
system unit: • Labelling the different components of a system unit in
• Input/Output port (I/O port) a worksheet to be kept in the portfolio
• Reset button • Showing a system unit to the class
• CDROM drive
• Floppy drive
• Hard disk drive

2.2.2 State the functions of the main
components of a system unit.
• Explaining the functions of the component of a system
unit such as I/O, Reset button, CDROM drive, floppy
drive, hard disk drive
• Writing down the functions of the component off the
system unit and keeping it in the portfolio

2.2.3 State the functions of CPU, • Showing a motherboard to pupils

RAM, ROM and expansion
slots found on the
motherboard.
• Identify, explain and discuss the functions of CPU,
RAM, ROM and expansion slots found on the
motherboard
• Writing the functions of the components in the
worksheets provided and keeping them in the portfolio

2.2.4 Inculcate values of • Carrying out in pair or group activities.

responsibility and cooperation
among the pupils.
2.3 Peripherals 2.3.1 State the definition of • Explaining the definition of peripheral
peripheral.

2.3.2 Identify different types of • Showing the different types of peripheral

peripherals:
• Input devices
• Output devices
• Showing the example of different types of peripherals
such as printers, scanners, LCD projectors, digital
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Week Learning Area Learning Outcomes Suggested Learning Activities
• Storage devices cameras, external CD drives and external storages

2.3.3 State examples of different • Collecting pictures of peripherals and keeping them in
types of peripherals: the portfolio
• Printers
• Scanners
• LCD projectors
• Digital cameras
• External CD drives
• External storages

2.3.4 Explain the functions of each • Show types of peripherals commonly found in the
peripheral. computer lab
• Carry out a brainstorm session on the functions of
each peripheral
• Write the functions of each peripheral in worksheets
and keeping them in the portfolio
• Explaining the use of peripherals and demonstrating
how to operate them
• Doing hands-on activities while teacher facilitates

2.4 Input Devices 2.4.1 Identify input devices. • Facilitating a session where pupils brainstorm on
various input devices
• Showing examples of input devices
2.4.2 List input devices. • Collecting pictures of input devices, label and keep in
the portfolio
2.4.3 State the respective functions • Facilitating group discussions on the functions of input
of input devices. device.

2.5 Output Devices 2.5.1 Identify output devices. • Brainstorming on various output devices

2.5.2 List output devices. • Showing examples of output devices

• Collecting pictures of output devices, labelling and

keep in the portfolio

2.5.3 State the respective functions • Facilitating group discussions on the functions of
of output devices. output devices
2.6 Storage Devices 2.6.1 Identify storage devices. • Brainstorming on the various storage devices
2.6.2 List storage devices. • Collecting pictures of storage devices, labelling and
keeping in the portfolio
2.6.3 State the functions of storage • Facilitating group discussions on the functions of
devices. storage devices

2.6.4 Identify differences between • Explaining the differences between primary and
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Week Learning Area Learning Outcomes Suggested Learning Activities
primary and secondary storage secondary storage devices
devices.
• Categorizing the two storage devices
2.6.5 State the units for data • Explaining the units used for data measurement
measurement:
• Bit • Completing a conversion table for units of data
• Byte
• Kilobyte
• Megabyte
• Gigabyte

2.6.6 Inculcate values of • Carry out in pair or group activities

responsibility, accountability
and cooperation.
17 – 20(2/5/11 – 27/5/11)
3. Basic Maintenance

Note: 3.1 Handling Input and 3.1.1 Set up the input and output • Setup the input and output devices:
Peperiksaan Output Devices devices correctly o Monitor
Pertengahan Tahun on o Keyboard
week 17, 18 (02– o Mouse
13/5/11). o Speaker
3.1.2 Inculcate values of
responsibility in handling
hardware.
3.2 Computer Settings 3.2.1 Customize settings for: • Demonstrating how to customize settings for display,
• Display mouse and sound
• Mouse
• Sound • Carry out hands-on activities

3.2.2 Customize settings for: • Demonstrating how to customize settings for date and
• Date and time time, language and regional options
• Regional and language • Carry out hands-on activities according to instructions
options
21 – 22 (13/6/09 – 24/6/09)
4. Technology Development

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 Week
Note:

Term 1 holiday from
28//5/11– 12/6/11).
Computer Software
Week Learning Area
23 (27/6/11 – 1/7/11) 1.
24 – 25 (4/7/11 – 15/7/11)
2.
Learning Area Learning Outcomes Suggested Learning Activities
4.1 Current Development of 4.1.1 Gather information on the • Gathering information/carrying out research on the
Hardware Technology current or latest development current or latest development of hardware technology
of hardware technology. • Write report of the document
• Present the report
• Present the information
• Produce a hardware portfolio
(A compilation of pupils’ work throughout the learning
area on hardware)
• Visit a computer exhibition/fair
• Visit a computer shop.
Learning Outcomes Suggested Learning Activities
Introduction to Computer
Software
1.1 Definition 1.1.1 State the definition of software. • Explaining the definition of software
1.2 Usage 1.2.1 State the usage of software. • Facilitating pupils’ discussion on the use of software
1.3 Types of Software 1.3.1 List different types of software: • Discussing types of software
• Operating Systems
• Utility Programmes • Showing examples for different types of software
• Application Software
Operating System (OS)
2.1 Introduction to 2.1.1 Define the operating system. • Discussing types and functions of operating system
Operating System (OS) 2.1.2 State the functions of • Showing the difference between DOS and Windows
operating system. display
• Starting and shutting down the computer
2.2 OS Interface 2.2.1 State the characteristics of OS • Exploring the Windows environment
Environment environment based Graphical
User Interface (GUI).
2.3 File Management 2.3.1 Manage folders and • Creating folders and subfolders
subfolders: • Renaming files and folders
• Create folders • Moving files and folders
• Rename folders • Copying files and folders
• Move files • Deleting files and folders
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Week
26 – 28 (18/7/11 – 29/7/11)
3.
Note:

Ujian Berkala 2 on week
26 (18 – 22/7/11).
29 – 31 (8/8/11 – 26/8/11)
4.
Note:

Midterm 2 holiday from
27/8/11 – 4/9/11.
32 – 42 (5/9/11 – 18/11/11)
5.
Learning Area Learning Outcomes Suggested Learning Activities
Utility Software
3.1 OS Based Utility 3.1.1 Run scan disk on the • Running scan disk and defragging the hard disk
computer.
3.1.2 Defrag the hard disk.
3.2 Non-OS based Utility 3.2.1 Scan the computer for viruses. • Scanning for viruses
• Updating virus definitions
(used an existing antivirus suplied to the school or
downloded freeware antivirus)
3.2.2 Compress and decompress • Compressing and decompressing files
files.
Application Software
4.1 Introduction to 4.1.1 Identify types of application • Discussing types of application software
Application Software software:
• Word processing • Show examples of application software
• Spreadsheet
• Presentation
• Database
• Programming
4.2 Installing and 4.2.1 Install a software. • Demonstrating installation and removing an
Uninstalling Application application software
Software 4.2.2 Uninstall or remove a
software. • Installing a simple application software
• Uninstalling or removing an application software
Word Processing Software
5.1 Introduction to Word 5.1.1 State the usage of word • Show various types of word processing software
Processing Software processing.
• Discussing the usage of word processing
• Showing documents which have been produced by
word processing software, such as letters, essays and
minutes of meetings
5.2 Starting Word 5.2.1 Start a word processing • Demonstrating how to start word processing software
Processing Software software. and explaining the user interface
5.2.2 State the steps of starting a
word processing software. • Starting word processing software and exploring the
5.2.3 State and identify features in a user interface
word processing software and
demonstrate understanding of
user interface.
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Week Learning Area Learning Outcomes Suggested Learning Activities

5.2.4 State the main toolbars in word • Discussing the toolbars in MS Word
processing software:
• Standard bar
• Formatting bar
• Drawing bar
5.2.5 List icons in the Standard, • Labelling each icon on the handouts given
Formatting and Drawing
Toolbars.
• Explaining the function of icons in Standard,
5.2.6 State the functions of icons in Formatting and Drawing Toolbars
the Standard, Formatting and
Drawing Toolbars
5.3 Creating Document 5.3.1 Create a new document by • Carrying out hands-on activities on following skills:
using word processing o Setting Page Setup
software. o Keying in data
5.3.2 Set ‘Page Setup’. o Saving document
5.3.3 Key in data into the new o Closing document
document.
5.3.4 Save the new document with a
new file name.
5.3.5 Exit file.
5.4 Editing Document 5.4.1 Identify file and its location. • Carrying out hands-on activities on following skills:
5.4.2 Open the file. o Opening existing document
5.4.3 Identify and use editing tools to
o Cutting and pasting text
edit document.
o Copying and pasting
o Changing font - size/ type/ style
o Aligning text
o Change case
o Typing correction - delete/ insert/ backspace
o Allocating line spacing
5.4.4 Create a document with table o Setting column
and column. o Using Drop Cap
o Inserting header and footer
o Inserting page number
o Inserting graphics
o Indenting
5.4.5 Print document. o Printing document
o Inserting table
o Inserting bullet and numbering
o Using the tab key
o Assigning borders
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Week Learning Area Learning Outcomes Suggested Learning Activities

5.4.6 Create a document using o Inserting WordArt

Drawing Tools. o Inserting Clip Art
o Adding in colour
o Using AutoShapes
o Using Text Box
o Using 3-D Style
5.4.7 Show creativity by creating a • Creating documents such as:
document. o School bulletin
o Newsletter
o Brochure
o Pamphlet
o Programme book
5.4.8 Work cooperatively in groups. • Printing out the documents and keeping them in their
5.4.9 Abide by the rules and portfolio
instructions.
5.5 Mail Merge 5.5.1 State the usage of mail merge. • Explaining the use of mail merge
5.5.2 Create a mail merge • Using mail merge to create certificates, letters or
document. forms
5.5.3 Print the document. • Printing out the mail merge document and putting it in
their portfolio
Refer to:
o PPK “Self Access Learning Module”
Information and Communication Technology
Literacy for Secondary School – Word
Processing Module
or
o Microsoft Unlimited Potential
A Community Learning Curriculum – Word
Processing Fundamentals