Computing

Purpose

Computing focuses on how we use technology to organise, manage, and process information to solve real-world problems. Computers have become an essential part of daily life—supporting learning, research, communication, and creativity across all subject areas and industries.

While technology continues to change rapidly, the ability to understand and apply coding remains an important and lasting skill. Developing these abilities reflects the God-given capacity for creativity, problem-solving, and innovation. Learning to code helps students think logically and act with wisdom and responsibility as they engage with an ever-changing digital world, using technology in ways that serve others and contribute to the common good.

This subject is designed for all students—whether you are completely new to programming or already have some experience. Students are supported to learn at their own pace, building confidence and developing practical skills that equip them to navigate and shape the future with discernment and integrity.

The aims of the computing elective are to: 

• Help students understand and appreciate their calling to learn and communicate creatively, using the range of IT techniques and processes available 

• Provide opportunities for students to build on and extend their repertoire of computing skills 

• Develop a foundation for VCE Computing courses for those who wish to choose this focus.

Structure and Content

The course covers both theoretical knowledge and practical application of skills. Students will be expected to apply the four stages of the problem-solving methodology (analysis, design, development, and evaluation) in order to: 

• Develop a website using HTML and CSS 

• Develop relational database solutions to solve information problems 

• Develop algorithmic solutions to problems and coding with Python.