Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Syllabus 2017What is GCE A/L Information and Communication Technology (ICT)?
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) plays a vital role across all domains of the modern digital world. The G.C.E. (A/L) ICT syllabus is designed to provide comprehensive competencies in hardware, programming, databases, networking, web development, and digital citizenship.
Below you'll find the official syllabus topics and free past papers for Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
Aims
- 1.Understand basic principles, architecture, and operation of modern ICT systems.
- 2.Develop algorithmic thinking and programming skills (Python).
- 3.Acquire knowledge and practical abilities in database design, networking, and web applications.
- 4.Comprehend social, ethical, and cybersecurity aspects in the digital society.
Syllabus
| # | Topic | Periods |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Concept of Information Communication Technology and its Applications | 20 |
| 2 | Hardware Components and Computer Architecture | 40 |
| 3 | Data Representation in Computer Systems | 30 |
| 4 | Operating Systems and System Software | 30 |
| 5 | Data Communication and Computer Networking | 50 |
| 6 | System Analysis and Design | 30 |
| 7 | Database Management Systems | 50 |
| 8 | Algorithms and Programming (Python) | 80 |
| 9 | Web Development and Multimedia Technologies | 60 |
| 10 | Internet of Things (IoT) | 20 |
| 11 | ICT in Business and E-Commerce | 20 |
| 12 | Social, Ethical, and Legal Issues in ICT | 20 |