Computing Systems

  • 3B-CS-01

    Categorize the roles of operating system software.P.7.2

  • 3B-CS-02

    Illustrate ways computing systems implement logic, input, and output through hardware components.P.7.2

Networks and the Internet

  • 3B-NI-03

    Describe the issues that impact network functionality (e.g., bandwidth, load, delay, topology).P.7.2

  • 3B-NI-04

     Compare ways software developers protect devices and information from unauthorized access.P.7.2

Data and Analysis

  • 3B-DA-05

    Use data analysis tools and techniques to identify patterns in data representing complex systems.P.4.1

  • 3B-DA-06

     Select data collection tools and techniques to generate data sets that support a claim or communicate information.P.7.2

  • 3B-DA-07

    Evaluate the ability of models and simulations to test and support the refinement of hypotheses.P.4.4

Algorithms and Programming

  • 3B-AP-08

    Describe how artificial intelligence drives many software and physical systems.P.7.2

  • 3B-AP-09

    Implement an artificial intelligence algorithm to play a game against a human opponent or solve a problem.P.5.3

  • 3B-AP-10

    Use and adapt classic algorithms to solve computational problems.P.4.2

  • 3B-AP-11

    Evaluate algorithms in terms of their efficiency, correctness, and clarity.P.4.2

  • 3B-AP-12

    Compare and contrast fundamental data structures and their uses.P.4.2

  • 3B-AP-13

    Illustrate the flow of execution of a recursive algorithm.P.3.2

  • 3B-AP-14

    Construct solutions to problems using student-created components, such as procedures, modules and/or objects. P.5.2

  • 3B-AP-15

    Analyze a large-scale computational problem and identify generalizable patterns that can be applied to a solution.P.4.1

  • 3B-AP-16

    Demonstrate code reuse by creating programming solutions using libraries and APIs.P.5.3

  • 3B-AP-17

    Plan and develop programs for broad audiences using a software lifecycle process.P.5.1

  • 3B-AP-18

     Explain security issues that might lead to compromised computer programs.P.7.2

  • 3B-AP-19

     Develop programs for multiple computing platforms.P.5.2

  • 3B-AP-20

    Use version control systems, integrated development environments (IDEs), and collaborative tools and practices (code documentation) in a group software project.P.2.4

  • 3B-AP-21

    Develop and use a series of test cases to verify that a program performs according to its design specifications.P.6.1

  • 3B-AP-22

    Modify an existing program to add additional functionality and discuss intended and unintended implications (e.g., breaking other functionality).P.5.3

  • 3B-AP-23

    Evaluate key qualities of a program through a process such as a code review.P.6.3

  • 3B-AP-24

    Compare multiple programming languages and discuss how their features make them suitable for solving different types of problems.P.7.2

Impacts of Computing

  • 3B-IC-25

    Evaluate computational artifacts to maximize their beneficial effects and minimize harmful effects on society. P.6.1, P.1.2

  • 3B-IC-26

    Evaluate the impact of equity, access, and influence on the distribution of computing resources in a global society.P.1.2

  • 3B-IC-27

    Predict how computational innovations that have revolutionized aspects of our culture might evolve.P.7.2

  • 3B-IC-28

    Debate laws and regulations that impact the development and use of software.P.3.3, P.7.3

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 11 and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
Computer Science Standards