Scheme of work for Data Processing for SS1-SS3
Senior Secondary School 1 (SS1)
First Term: Introduction to Data Processing
● Week 1: Introduction to Data Processing.
● Week 2: Data and Information.
● Week 3: History of Computers.
● Week 4: The Computer System.
● Week 5: Computer Hardware.
● Week 6: Computer Software.
● Week 7: Operating Systems.
● Week 8: Computer Ethics and Safety.
● Week 9: Revision.
● Week 10: Examination.
● Week 11: Vacation.
● Week 12: Vacation.
Second Term: Application Packages
● Week 1: Word Processing (Microsoft Word).
● Week 2: Word Processing (Practical).
● Week 3: Spreadsheet Packages (Microsoft Excel).
● Week 4: Spreadsheet Packages (Practical).
● Week 5: Database Management Systems (Microsoft Access).
● Week 6: Database Management Systems (Practical).
● Week 7: Presentation Packages (Microsoft PowerPoint).
● Week 8: Presentation Packages (Practical).
● Week 9: Internet and E-mail.
● Week 10: Revision.
● Week 11: Examination.
● Week 12: Vacation.
Third Term: Basic Concepts of Information Technology
● Week 1: Computer Networks.
● Week 2: Internet and World Wide Web.
● Week 3: Introduction to Computer Programming.
● Week 4: Algorithms and Flowcharts.
● Week 5: Introduction to HTML.
● Week 6: HTML Continued.
● Week 7: Social Media and its Impact.
● Week 8: E-Commerce.
● Week 9: Revision.
● Week 10: Examination.
● Week 11: Vacation.
● Week 12: Vacation.
Senior Secondary School 2 (SS2)
First Term: Advanced Word Processing and Spreadsheet
● Week 1: Advanced Features of Word Processing.
● Week 2: Advanced Spreadsheet Functions.
● Week 3: Data Analysis using Excel.
● Week 4: Graphics and Multimedia.
● Week 5: Computer Maintenance and Security.
● Week 6: Types of Computer Viruses and Antivirus.
● Week 7: Computer Security.
● Week 8: Computer Security (Practical).
● Week 9: Revision.
● Week 10: Examination.
● Week 11: Vacation.
● Week 12: Vacation.
Second Term: Web Design and Development
● Week 1: Introduction to Web Design.
● Week 2: Web Development Languages (HTML, CSS).
● Week 3: Designing a Simple Website.
● Week 4: Introduction to JavaScript.
● Week 5: Web Hosting and Domain Names.
● Week 6: Introduction to Digital Marketing.
● Week 7: Social Media Marketing.
● Week 8: Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
● Week 9: Revision.
● Week 10: Examination.
● Week 11: Vacation.
● Week 12: Vacation.
Third Term: Database Management and Project Work
● Week 1: Advanced Database Concepts.
● Week 2: Creating Forms and Reports in MS Access.
● Week 3: Queries and Relationships in MS Access.
● Week 4: E-learning.
● Week 5: E-voting and E-banking.
● Week 6: Project Work (Part 1).
● Week 7: Project Work (Part 2).
● Week 8: Presentation of Project.
● Week 9: Revision.
● Week 10: Examination.
● Week 11: Vacation.
● Week 12: Vacation.
Senior Secondary School 3 (SS3)
First Term: Revision and Advanced Concepts
● Week 1: Revision of SS1 Topics.
● Week 2: Revision of SS2 Topics.
● Week 3: Introduction to System Analysis and Design.
● Week 4: System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
● Week 5: Introduction to Computer Ethics and Cybercrime.
● Week 6: Cybercrime and its Prevention.
● Week 7: Emerging Technologies (AI, IoT, Cloud Computing).
● Week 8: Data Privacy and Security.
● Week 9: Revision.
● Week 10: Examination.
● Week 11: Vacation.
● Week 12: Vacation.
Second Term: Revision and Preparation for WASSCE/NECO
● Week 1: General Revision.
● Week 2: Past Questions (Theory).
● Week 3: Past Questions (Theory) continued.
● Week 4: Past Questions (Practical).
● Week 5: Past Questions (Practical) continued.
● Week 6: General Revision and Mocks.
● Week 7: General Revision and Mocks continued.
● Week 8: WASSCE/NECO Practical Exam Preparation.
● Week 9: WASSCE/NECO Theory Exam Preparation.
● Week 10: Final Revision.
● Week 11: WASSCE/NECO Exams.
● Week 12: WASSCE/NECO Exams.
Third Term: Post-Exam Activities
● Week 1: Discussion of Exam Questions.
● Week 2: Career Opportunities in Data Processing/IT.
● Week 3: Introduction to Advanced IT Certifications.
● Week 4: Project Work (Advanced).
● Week 5: Project Work (Advanced) continued.
● Week 6: Project Presentation.
● Week 7: Final Revision and Mocks.
● Week 8: Final Examination.
● Week 9: Vacation.
● Week 10: Vacation.
● Week 11: Vacation.
● Week 12: Vacation.
