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CSTA.2-AP-10 / UK.NC.KS3.COMP✓ South Australian Dept for Education / SACE Official Framework📚 1 Units • 2 Sequenced Topics
Computer Science: Python Programming, Control Flow & Boolean Logic
An introductory computer science curriculum focusing on algorithmic abstraction, Python syntax, logic gates, iterative loops, and software engineering foundations.
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Unit 1CSTA.2-AP
2 Sequenced TopicsAlgorithmic Thinking & Python Syntax
Understand computational problem decomposition, variable assignments, data types, and arithmetic operations in Python.
1.1
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CSTA.2-AP-10 — Use flowcharts and/or pseudocode to address complex problems as algorithms
Write and run your first Python scripts: declaring integer, float, string, and boolean variables with standard I/O commands.
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1.2
Conditionals, Boolean Logic & Branching Decision Trees⚡ Video Masterclass Aligned✓ Standard Aligned
CSTA.2-AP-12 — Design and iteratively develop programs that combine control structures, including nested loops and compound conditionals
Implement logical decision branches in software using if, elif, else statements and Boolean operators (and, or, not).
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