About JSS2 Computer Studies Scheme of Work
Computer Studies in Junior Secondary School 2 advances students’ understanding of technology.
The scheme of work covers computer hardware, software, programming fundamentals, algorithms, and data representation. Practical exercises and projects are undertaken to deepen students’ hands-on skills and problem-solving abilities.
By studying Computer Studies in JSS2, students are better prepared to engage with technology and potentially pursue further studies or careers in related fields, contributing to their all-round development and adaptability in the digital world.
Assessment Guide
In junior secondary schools, how students are assessed in Computer Science can differ from school to school. However, typically, they are evaluated through tests or quizzes (Continuous Assessment Tests), practical exercises, and end-of-term exams.
Grading usually follows a scale from A to F, with A representing excellent performance, typically scoring around 70% or 80%, and F indicating failure, usually below 50% or 45%.
JSS2 First Term Scheme of Work for Computer Studies
| LAGOS STATE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION: UNIFIED SCHEMES OF WORK FOR JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL | ||
| Computer Studies Scheme of Work for Junior Secondary School 2(JSS2) | ||
| Class | J.S.S 2 | |
| Subject | Computer Studies | |
| Term | First Term | |
| Week | Topic | Breakdown |
| 1 | REVISION ON CLASSIFICATION OF COMPUTERS | I. Sizes of Computers II. Generation III. Degree of Versatility IV. Types |
| 2 | THE COMPUTER SYSTEM | Components of Computer System – Hardware, Software, People – Ware |
| 3 | HARDWARE COMPONENTS | I. Definition of hardware components II. Input Devices III. Output Devices IV. Storage Devices V. Arithmetic and Logic Unit VI. Control Unit |
| 4 | SOFTWARE | I. Definition of Software II. Types of Computer Software – System and Application Software III. Give Examples of Each Type of Computer Software |
| 5 | PEOPLEWARE | I. Define computer Professional II. State the Types of Computer Professionals III. Give Examples of Computer Users |
| 6 | OPERATING SYSTEM | I. Definition of an operating system II. Examples of Operating System – DOS, Window, Linux and Unix |
| 7 | FUNCTIONS OF OPERATING. SYSTEM | I. Resource allocation II. System monitoring III. Utilities |
| 8 | NUMBER BASE | I. Decimal II. Binary III. Octal IV. Hexadecimal |
| 9 | CONVERSION OF NUMBER BASES | I. Convert decimal to binary and vice versa II. Convert decimal to Octal and vice versa III. Convert decimal to Hexadecimal |
| 10 | UNITS OF STORAGE IN COMPUTER | I. State the Various Units of Storage and their Values – Bits, Bytes, Nibble, Kilobytes, Megabyte and Gigabyte II. Convert from One Unit to Another III. Differentiate between Kilometer, Kilogram, Kilowatt and Kilobyte. IV. Distinguish between kilobyte, Megabyte and Gigabyte |
| 11 | REVISION | |
| 12 | EXAMINATION | |
JSS2 Second Term Scheme of Work for Computer Studies
| Term | Second Term | |
| Week | Topic | Breakdown |
| 1 | REVISION ON PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE | I. Meaning of Computer Programming Language II. Examples of Computer Programming Language – Logo, BASIC, COBOL, FORTRAN, etc. |
| 2 | BASIC LANGUAGE | I. State the Meaning of the Acronym BASIC II. BASIC Character Set, Key BASIC Statements, Simple BASIC statements. BASIC LANGUAGE I. State the Meaning of the Acronym BASIC II. BASIC Character Set, Key BASIC Statements, Simple BASIC statements. |
| 3 | SIMPLE BASIC STATEMENT | I. Examples of Simple Statements II. Write a Simple BASIC Program III. Run Simple BASIC Program |
| 4 | GRAPHIC PACKAGE I | I. Meaning of Graphic Packages Ii. Examples of Graphic Packages – Paint, Corel Draw, Instant Artist, Photo Shop |
| 5 | FEATURES OF GRAPHIC PACKAGE | Title, Toolbar, Menu Bar, Printable Bar, Color Bar, etc |
| 6 | GRAPHIC PACKAGES II – PAINT ENVIRONMENT | I. Features of Paint Environment II. Paint Tools and their Functions III. Use Paint to Draw and Color Simple Objects |
| 7 | ICT AS A TRANSFORMATION TOOL | I. Meaning of ICT (Information and communication technology) II. Examples – Computers, Telephone (GSM), Cellular network, Television, Satellite Communication and Internet |
| 8 | BENEFITS OF ICT GADGETS | I. Timely, Better and Cheaper Access to Knowledge and Information, Speed up Transaction and Processes, Causes Human Being to interact with other Worldwide II. Disadvantages – Job losses, Threatens other Areas/ Field of Human Endeavors, etc. |
| 9 | ICT GADGETS | I. The GSM (Call, Create, Send, Store, Retrieve and Read Messages on GSM Sets) II. Differentiate between GSM, Fax Machines and Telephone. III. Create and Send Messages to one another using the GSM |
| 10 | ICT GADGETS | I. Fax machine (Send and Receive Fax Messages) II. Telephone III. Create and Send Messages to one another using the GSM and Fax IV. Store and retrieve information on a GSM handset. |
| 11-12 | REVISION AND EXAMINATION |
JSS2 Third Term Scheme of Work for Computer Studies
| Term | Third Term | |
| Week | Topic | Breakdown |
| 1 | REVISION ON THE INTERNET | I. Definition of the Terms II. Internet (The Largest Computer Network in the World) III. E – Mail Address (Electronic Mail Address) IV. World Wide Web (WWW) |
| 2 | INTERNET BROWSER | I. Microsoft internet Explorer, Netscope, Mozilla, etc II. Creating E – Mail Account, Website Address, Open an Email |
| 3 | BENEFITS OF INTERNET | I. Information exchange, E – learning, e – Entertainment, Faster and Cheaper II. Abuses of Internet – Fraud and Pornography |
| 4 | INTERNET ENVIRONMENT | I. Characteristics and Features of internet Environment II. Uses of Internet |
| 5 | NETWORK GROUPS | I. Search Engines (Identify Different Network Groups) II. List out different Search Engines |
| 6 | FILE SHARING | I. Definition of Network II. Types of Network – Local Area Network (LAN), Metropolitan Area Network (MAN), Wide Area Network (WAN) III. Description of the Types of Network |
| 7 | COMPUTER ETHICS I | Responsible ways of the Internet – I. Avoiding liquid dropping into the system, II. Using dust cover, III. Protection from power problem, etc |
| 8 | COMPUTER ETHICS II | Abuse/Misuse of computer – I. Invasion of privacy, II. Computer virus, etc. |
| 9 | SAFETY MEASURES I | I. The Sitting Posture Using Anti – Glare Protector II. Positioning of Monitor Base. |
| 10 | SAFETY MEASURES II | I. The use of Computer Laboratory II. Sitting Arrangement in the Laboratory III. Care and Maintenance of ICT Gadgets |
| 11-12 | REVISION AND EXAMINATION |
Recommended Computer Studies Textbooks for Junior Secondary School 2
The recommended textbooks for Computer Science in J.S.S.2 include:
- New Computer Studies 2 By J.O. E Otuka A.F. Akande S.L. iginla – Learn Africa
- Basic Science and Technology Computer /ICT By A Deme – Africana First Publishers Plc JSS 2
- Computer Studies with Workbook By Stella .C. Chiemeke Soulex Boukari et al- University Press Plc JSS 2
- Model Computer Studies with Workbook By Anselm .C. Onuorah – Mid-Field Publishers Ltd JSS 2
- Basic Science and Technology/Information Technology/workbook By Stella .C. Chiemeke, Philias .O. Yara – University Press Plc JSS2
