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Standard 4 : Hardware and softwareArchived
Cluster Standards

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  • SC.68.CS-CS.4.1 : Identify and describe the function of the main internal parts of a basic computing device (e.g., motherboard, hard drive, Central Processing Unit -CPU).
  • SC.68.CS-CS.4.2 : Describe the main functions of an operating system and explain how an operating system provides user and system services (e.g., user interface, IO device management, task management).
  • SC.68.CS-CS.4.3 : Describe the relationships between hardware and software (e.g., BIOS, operating systems and firmware).
  • SC.68.CS-CS.4.4 : Identify and describe the use of sensors, actuators, and control systems in an embodied system (e.g., a robot, an e-textile, installation art, and a smart room).
  • SC.68.CS-CS.4.5 : Evaluate a hardware or software problem and construct the steps involved in diagnosing and solving the problem (e.g., power, connections, application window or toolbar, cables, ports, network resources, video, and sound).
  • SC.68.CS-CS.4.6 : Describe the essential characteristics of a software artifact.
  • SC.68.CS-CS.4.7 : Describe the major components and functions of computer systems and networks.
  • SC.68.CS-CS.4.8 : Identify software used to support specialized forms of human-computer interaction.
Cluster Information
Number:
ArchivedSC.68.CS-CS.4
Title:
Hardware and software
Type:
Standard
Subject:
Archived Science-Computer Science - Archived
Grade:
68
Body Of Knowledge
Computer Science - Communication Systems and Computing (Discontinued after 2024-2025)