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Elaboration ACTDIK015

recognising that digital systems represent all types of data using number codes that ultimately are patterns of 1s and 0s (called binary digits, which is why they are called digital systems)

describing in simple terms the nature of a problem and what a solution needs to achieve, for example what need the problem is associated with, who the solution is needed for, what data are needed and what features the solution would need to include

Elaboration ACTDIP021

using sustainability criteria to explain how well students' solutions meet requirements, for example personal data are secured (social) and the solution can only be viewed on screen to avoid printing (environmental)

Elaboration (3) ACTDIP026

querying an existing database to extract data for analysis, for example devising multiple selection criteria or using simple structured query language (SQL) SELECT statements to select records and retrieve specified fields

Elaboration (1) ACTDIP036

identifying strengths and weaknesses of collecting data using different methods, for example online surveys, face-to-face interviews, phone interviews, observation, blog entries in response to a posting, phone logs, browser history and online webcam …

Elaboration (5) ACTDIP037

interpreting schemas that represent relationships between entities and querying data across tables, for example using foreign keys to represent relationships and joining tables in structured query language (SQL) SELECT statements

Elaboration ACTDIK014

describing digital systems as having internal and external components that perform different functions, for example external components for inputting data including keyboard, microphone, stylus; internal processing components including the central processing …

Elaboration (4) ACTDEP005

exploring which tools, equipment and techniques to use with selected materials

Elaboration (4) ACTDEP006

describing how design ideas meet the needs of those who will use the solution

Elaboration (3) ACTDIK008

exploring codes and symbols that are representations of data, for example morse code and semaphore and how similar symbols in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art can represent different concepts depending on the context, for example three circles, …

Elaboration ACTDIP017

checking existing solutions to identify features that are transferable to new but similar digital solutions, for example identifying if there are any similarities (such as user age and special requirements) between an existing game and a new game to be …

Elaboration (5) ACTDEK010

critiquing designed products, services and environments to establish the factors that influence the design and use of common technologies, for example the characteristics that contribute to energy-efficient cooking such as wok cooking; the suitability …

Elaboration (4) ACTDEK023

evaluating the use of computer-aided manufacturing in terms of cost and impacts on local and regional designers, producers and enterprises

Elaboration (4) ACTDEP024

investigating how to minimise material use and manage waste by critiquing the environmental and social impacts of materials, components, tools and equipment

Elaboration (2) ACTDEP026

using appropriate personal protective equipment required for the use of some tools and equipment, for example protective eyewear

Elaboration (3) ACTDEK031

producing prototypes and jigs to test functionality, including the use of rapid prototyping tools such as 3D printers

Elaboration (3) ACTDEP050

explaining safe working practices required for a specific classroom design project for individual or community use

Elaboration (5) ACTDIK001

constructing a model of a real or imaginary digital systems device for use in role-play scenarios and explaining the features of the device to an adult

Elaboration (4) ACTDIP004

following a series of instructions to use a piece of hardware or software, for example taking a photograph, editing and storing it to include in a slow motion

Elaboration (3) ACTDIK023

recognising that there are different communications protocols for transmitting data in networks, for example hypertext transfer protocol (HTTP) is used for transferring web page files in a browser, file transfer protocol (FTP) is used for sending and …

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