Data processing involves collecting, manipulating, and analyzing data to create useful information. In SS2, the Lagos State Unified Scheme of Work covers key topics like data types, collection methods, organization, and various processing tools and software. Students learn to input, process, and output data efficiently, emphasizing accuracy and efficiency.
The Lagos State unified scheme of work for SSS2 Data Processing offers a thorough education in data management, integrating modern technology to highlight its growing role in data processing. Students gain proficiency in computer applications, databases, spreadsheets, and other widely-used software tools, essential for thriving in today’s tech-driven world.
Beyond practical skills, the curriculum also focuses on theoretical knowledge, teaching principles of data processing, including data integrity, security, and ethical issues. This balanced approach ensures students understand both the practical and theoretical aspects of data handling.
In conclusion, studying Data Processing in SS2 with the Lagos State Unified Scheme of Work provides a comprehensive education that combines practical skills, theoretical knowledge, and technological proficiency. This solid foundation prepares students for successful careers in data management, IT, and related fields, making them valuable in the modern workforce.
In SS2 SSS2 Data Processing assessment methods include written exams, practical exams, class participation, individual and group assignments, regular quizzes, oral presentations, peer assessments, and portfolios. These diverse methods comprehensively evaluate students’ theoretical knowledge, practical skills, communication abilities, and ongoing progress in data processing.
Grading 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%.
| LAGOS STATE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION UNIFIED SCHEMES OF WORK FOR SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS | ||
| Data Processing Scheme of Work for Senior Secondary Schools 2(SSS2) | ||
| CLASS | S.S.S.2 | |
| SUBJECT | Data Processing | |
| TERM | First Term | |
| WEEK | TOPICS | Learning Objectives |
| 1 | Test/Introduction to database management system | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. describe database management system |
| 2 | Database management system -Definition of database and database management system – | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain the term database 2. discuss the use of database management 3. give examples of database software 4. list features of MS-access |
| 3 | Database Management System MS-Access | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. create and save files 2. receive files in MS-access 3. exit MS-access |
| 4 | Data Model 1 | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain the term data models 2. outline stages of data models 3. give examples of data models |
| 5 | Data model 2 Types of data model -Flat model -Hierarchical model -Network model -Object oriented | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain each types of data model 2. examine different features of each types of data model 3. differentiate between types of data model |
| 6 | Data modelling 1 -Creating tables form -Creating queries reports | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain the following terms: table, forms, queries, and report in data modelling 2. create tables and queries 3. generate reports |
| 7 | MID TERM BREAK/TEST AND PROJECT | |
| 8 | Data modelling II -Significance of data modelling -examples of standard data models | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain the significance of data models 2. state the components of DBMS 3. identify and use DBMS |
| 9 | Normalization Definition of normalization -Tables in 1st, 2nd and 3rd -Normal form -Problems of tables in first normal form | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain the term normalization 2. create tables in normal form -identify problems of tables in first normal form |
| 10 | Normalization II -Keys -Primary keys -Foreign keys Composite keys determinant of normal keys | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. discuss key in relation to database 2. explain the determinants of normal form 3. describe the functions of normal keys 4. use these keys in database |
| 11 | Entity relationship models -Definition -Features of entity models -Entities -Attributes | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain the terms entities, attributes and relationships 2. list features of entity models and identify objects around the entity set 3. describe the relationships between entities |
| 12 | Revision | |
| 13 | Examination | |
| CLASS | S.S.S. 2 | |
| SUBJECT | Data Processing | |
| TERM | Second Term | |
| WEEK | TOPICS | Learning Objectives |
| 1 | Test/Relational Models | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain the term relational model 2. describe how data can be represented in relational model 3. create tables and insert data in the appropriate fields |
| 2 | Relational model -Modifying relations using application packages -Integrity constraint in over relation | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. modify relation using database application package 2. explain integrity constraint over relation 3. state terms related to RDBMS |
| 3 | Relational models -Enforce integrity constraint -Query and reports | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. create forms 2. generate queries 3. prepare report using MS-Access |
| 4 | Database security -Concept of database security -Access control -Database encryption | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain the concept of data security 2. state the importance of security 3. encrypt data using the appropriate method |
| 5 | Role of database administration in Nigeria -Who is a database administrator -Function of database administrator -Methods of database security | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. describe a database administrator 2. state the function of a database administrator 3. list methods of database security |
| 6 | File organisation 1 -Definition of file organisation -Types of file organization -Sequential -Serial -Index | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain the concept file organization 2. list the types of file organization 3. describe each types of file organization |
| 7 | MID TERM BREAK/TEST AND PROJECT | |
| 8 | File Organization II -File extension, doc, xls, pdf, jpeg -Indexes: clustered versus non clustered indexes. dense versus sparse, primary and secondary indexes, indexes using composite sketch keys -significance of choosing appropriate file organization methods for data -Differences between types of file organization | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain the concept of file extension 2. give examples of file extension 3. save files with different files format(extension) 4. determine the appropriate methods for file organization of data 5. differentiate between types of file organization 6. give examples of storage media appropriate to each file organization |
| 9 | Presentation packages -Definition of presentation packages -Types of presentation packages -Features of presentation packages | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain presentation packages 2. give examples of presentation packages 3. state features of presentations packages 4. list uses of presentation packages |
| 10 | a. Basic concepts of entrepreneurship b.Entrepreneurship education c. Qualities of an entrepreneur d. Importance of entrepreneurship | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain the term entrepreneurship; 2. examine the concept entrepreneurship education 3. outline the importance of entrepreneurship; 4. analyse frequalites of an entrepreneur |
| 11 | Presentation packages -Microsoft powerpoint -Creating -Retrieving and presenting files | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. load microsoft powerpoint presentation 2. identify features of microsoft powerpoint 3. apply microsoft powerpoint application to create a presentation |
| 12 | Revision | |
| 13 | Examination | |
| CLASS | S.S.S. 2 | |
| SUBJECT | Data Processing | |
| TERM | Third Term | |
| WEEK | TOPICS | Learning Objectives |
| 1 | Graphic packages -Definition of graphic packages -Uses of graphic packages -Examples of graphic packages e.g Corel draw, instant artists, photoshop etc | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. design graphics packages 2. give examples of graphical packages 3. state uses of graphical packages |
| 2 | Graphic packages -Introduction to coreldraw | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. identify tools in coreldraw packages 2. state the functions of each identified tools 3. apply the tools in coreldraw work environment |
| 3 | Graphic design -Corel draw -Create logo | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. create simple logo using corel draw 2. save coreldraw documents |
| 4 | Graphics packages -Creating invitation cards | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. use coreldraw to create invitation card 2. save files in coreldraw 3. retrieve document in coreldraw 4. print file in coreldraw using computer setting |
| 5 | Web design packages -Definition of web design package -Examples of web design package -Features and uses of web design packages | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain web design package 2. give examples of web design packages 3. state the uses of web design packages 4. state the components of web design packages |
| 6 | Internet -Definition of internet -Terminologies used in internet -Benefits of the internet | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain the term internet 2. list some of the terms used in the internet 3. state benefits of internet |
| 7 | MID TERM BREAK/TEST AND PROJECT | |
| 8 | Presentation packages -Definition of presentation packages -examples of presentation packages -Features and uses of presentation packages | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain presentation packages 2. give examples of presentation packages 3. state features of presentation packages 4. list the uses of presentation packages |
| 9 | Basic concepts of marketing -Meaning of marketing -Methods of marketing -Importance of marketing -Marketing distribution of channel chart | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. describe the term marketing 2. examine the methods of marketing 3. analyze the importance of marketing 4. create a flowchart of the marketing of channel of distribution |
| 10 | Marketing continued a. product branding b. product packaging c. costing d. pricing | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. highlight the factors to be considered in product price tag 2. distinguish between the term packaging/ branding 3. develop a feasibility study of setting up a profitable business or a production unit 4. creatively design, a befitting package for their product |
| 11 | Presentation packages -Microsoft powerpoint -Creating -Retrieving and presenting files | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. load microsoft powerpoint presentation 2. identify features of microsoft powerpoint 3. apply microsoft powerpoint application to create a presentation |
| 12 | Revision/Examination | |
The recommended Data Processing textbooks for SSS2 include but are not limited to the following:
Data Processing for Senior Secondary Schools Book 2 by Wole Olatokun, Adegoke Olatunde, Stanley Emeka & Bala Ibrahim HEBN Publishers Plc
