Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2018) Grade(s): 09-12

DLCS18.HS.2

Explain how computing systems are often integrated with other systems and embedded in ways that may not be apparent to the user.

COS Examples

Examples: Millions of lines of code control the subsystems within an automobile (e.g., antilock braking systems, lane detection, and self-parking).

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:
  • that many electronic devices we encounter are comprised of multiple complex systems.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • identify examples of complex computing systems in everyday life.
  • explain how computing systems are often integrated with other systems and embedded in ways that may not be apparent to most users.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • complex computing systems exist that integrate computing systems with one another in ways that may not be apparent to the user.
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