Introduction to Computing Systems
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Introduction to Computing Systems
45min
Students will be able to identify parts of the computing system and solve simple hardware and software problems.
Lesson Preparation
* If time is limited, skip the Troubleshooting section of the lesson.
* The Input and Output Devices section uses an interactive activity meant for whole class facilitation. Optionally, you can push this activity for students to complete independently.
* Print one copy of the Troubleshooting Hardware and Software Problems handout for each student.
* At the conclusion of this lesson, consider including a brief overview or discussion of your school’s or district’s Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) to reinforce expectations for responsible technology use.
Lesson Plan
Lesson Slides
Lesson Standards
| Standard | Description |
|---|---|
| AK CS 3: 3.CS.D.01 | Define how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks (e.g., input, output, processor, sensors, and storage). |
| AK CS 3: 3.CS.T.01 | Identify and discuss simple hardware and software problems that may occur during everyday use. |
| AK CS 4: 4.CS.D.01 | Define and discuss how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks (e.g., input, output, processor, sensors, and storage). |
| AK CS 4: 4.CS.HS.01 | Define and discuss how information flows through hardware and software to accomplish tasks using binary. |
| AK CS 4: 4.CS.T.01 | Identify and research simple hardware and software problems that may occur during everyday use. |
| AK CS 4: 4.CGEI.C.02 | Brainstorm ways to improve the accessibility and usability of technology pro ducts for the diverse needs and wants of users. |
| AK CS 5: 5.CGEI.C.02 | Brainstorm ways to improve the accessibility and usability of technology products for the diverse needs and wants of users. |
| AK CS 5: 5.CS.HS.01 | Define, discuss, and model how information flows through hardware and software to accomplish tasks such as converting a word to binary. |
| AK CS 5: 5.CS.T.01 | Identify, discuss, and apply strategies for solving simple hardware and software problems that may occur using everyday use (e.g., rebooting the device; checking the power; force shut down of an application). |
| AL DLCS 3: DLCS25.3.10 | Describe the differences between hardware and software. |
| AL DLCS 3: DLCS25.3.13 | Explain how technology can be designed to support people with different needs. |
| AL DLCS3: DLCS18.3.R4 | Identify and employ appropriate troubleshooting techniques used to solve computing or connectivity issues. |
| AL DLCS3: DLCS18.3.18 | Identify a broad range of digital devices, the services they provide, and appropriate uses for them. |
| AL DLCS3: DLCS18.3.19 | Describe the differences between hardware and software. |
| AL DLCS4: DLCS18.4.R4 | Identify and employ appropriate troubleshooting techniques used to solve computing or connectivity issues. |
| AL DLCS4: DLCS18.4.17 | Demonstrate an appropriate level of proficiency in performing tasks using a range of digital devices. |
| AL DLCS4: DLCS18.4.20 | Explain how hardware and applications can enable everyone, including people with disabilities, to do things they could not do otherwise. |
| AL DLCS5: DLCS18.5.R4 | Identify and employ appropriate troubleshooting techniques used to solve computing or connectivity issues. |
| AL DLCS5: DLCS18.5.11 | Explain that laws and tools exist to help ensure that people of varying abilities can access electronic and information technology. |
| AR CS 3: CSK8.G3.1.4 | Apply strategies for solving simple hardware and software problems that may occur during use. |
| AR CS 3: CSK8.G3.7.1 | Identify how computers perform actions or outputs based on human input (e.g., keyboard, microphone, mouse, video game controller). |
| AR CS 3: CSK8.G3.7.2 | Recognize the expense of computer equipment and how care and protection of the computers can prolong use and save the cost of purchasing new equipment. |
| AR CS 4: CSK8.G4.1.4 | Apply strategies for solving simple hardware and software problems that may occur during use. |
| AR CS 4: CSK8.G4.7.1 | Identify how computers perform actions or outputs based on human input (e.g., keyboard, microphone, mouse, video game controller). |
| AR CS 4: CSK8.G4.7.2 | Recognize the expense of computer equipment and how care and protection of the computers can prolong use and save the cost of purchasing new equipment. |
| AR CS 5: CSK8.G5.1.4 | Apply strategies for solving simple hardware and software problems that may occur during use. |
| AR CS 5: CSK8.G5.7.1 | Discuss ways that humans create input for a desired output through a device (e.g., changing device settings, texting). |
| AR CS 5: CSK8.G5.7.2 | Recognize the expense of computer equipment and how care and protection of the computers can prolong use and save the cost of purchasing new equipment. |
| AZ CS 3: 3.CS.D.1 | Identify how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system within a single device and hardware that connects to the device to extend capability. |
| AZ CS 3: 3.CS.HS.2 | Recognize that hardware (devices) can only accomplish the specific tasks the software (programs/apps) is designed to accomplish. |
| AZ CS 3: 3.CS.T.1 | Identify and use common troubleshooting strategies to solve simple hardware and software problems. |
| AZ CS 3: 3.IC.C.2 | With teacher guidance, brainstorm ways to improve the accessibility and usability of technology products for the diverse needs and wants of users. |
| AZ CS 4: 4.CS.D.1 | With teacher guidance, model how internal and external parts of computing connect multiple devices in a computing system. |
| AZ CS 4: 4.CS.HS.2 | Recognize that a single piece of hardware can accomplish different tasks depending on its software. |
| AZ CS 4: 4.CS.T.1 | Develop and apply simple troubleshooting strategies to solve simple hardware and software problems. |
| AZ CS 4: 4.IC.C.2 | Brainstorm ways to improve the accessibility and usability of technology products for the diverse needs and wants of users. |
| AZ CS 5: 5.CS.D.1 | Analyze and model how internal and external parts of computing devices communicate as a system. |
| AZ CS 5: 5.CS.HS.2 | Demonstrate and explain how hardware can accomplish different tasks depending on the software. |
| AZ CS 5: 5.CS.T.1 | Apply potential solutions and solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| AZ CS K-5: 3.IC.C.2 | With teacher guidance, brainstorm ways to improve the accessibility and usability of technology products for the diverse needs and wants of users. |
| AZ CS K-5: 4.IC.C.2 | Brainstorm ways to improve the accessibility and usability of technology products for the diverse needs and wants of users. |
| CA CS 3-5: 3-5.CS.1 | Describe how computing devices connect to other components to form a system. |
| CA CS 3-5: 3-5.CS.2 | Demonstrate how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| CA CS 3-5: 3-5.CS.3 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| CA CS K-5: K-2.CS.2 | Explain the functions of common hardware and software components of computing systems. |
| CA CS K-5: K-2.CS.3 | Describe basic hardware and software problems using accurate terminology. |
| CA CS K-5: 3-5.IC.21 | Propose ways to improve the accessibility and usability of technology products for the diverse needs and wants of users. |
| CO CS 4: CS.4.2.1a | Students can use appropriate terminology in identifying and describing the function of common physical components of computing systems. |
| CO CS 4: CS.4.2.1b | Students can describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| CO CS 5: CS.5.1.1a | Students can determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| CSTA 1B: 1B-CS-01 | Describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| CSTA 1B: 1B-CS-02 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| CSTA 1B: 1B-CS-03 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| CSTA 1B: 1B-IC-18 | Discuss computing technologies that have changed the world, and express how those technologies influence, and are influenced by, cultural practices. |
| CSTA Grade 3: E3-SYS-HW-12 | Describe the role of software in a computing system to accomplish tasks or solve problems. |
| CT 1B: 1B-CS-01 | Describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| CT 1B: 1B-CS-02 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| CT 1B: 1B-CS-03 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| CT 1B: 1B-IC-18 | Discuss computing technologies that have changed the world, and express how those technologies influence, and are influenced by, cultural practices. |
| DE 1B: 1B-CS-01 | Describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| DE 1B: 1B-CS-02 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| DE 1B: 1B-CS-03 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| DE 1B: 1B-IC-18 | Discuss computing technologies that have changed the world, and express how those technologies influence, and are influenced by, cultural practices. |
| FL 3-5 Unplugged CS: SC.3.CO.1.1 | Classify hardware as input, output, both or neither. |
| FL 3-5 Unplugged CS: SC.3.TI.1.2 | Identify adaptive technology and discuss how it has changed over time. |
| FL 3-5 Unplugged CS: SC.4.CO.1.7 | Compare hardware and software. |
| FL 3-5 Unplugged CS: SC.4.HS.1.2 | Discuss how websites and applications can be utilized for different purposes. |
| FL 3-5 Unplugged CS: SC.4.TI.1.2 | Explore and identify the functions of adaptive technologies and how they have changed over time. |
| FL 3-5 Unplugged CS: SC.5.CO.1.1 | Describe the function and purpose of various input/output devices. |
| FL 3-5 Unplugged CS: SC.5.CO.2.2 | Troubleshoot hardware problems that may occur during everyday use. |
| FL 3-5 Unplugged CS: SC.5.CO.3.2 | Troubleshoot software problems that may occur during everyday use. |
| FL CS 3-5: SC.35.CS-CS.4.1 | Identify the basic components of a computer (e.g., monitor, keyboard, mouse, controller, speakers). |
| FL CS 3-5: SC.35.CS-CS.4.2 | Describe the function and purpose of various input/output devices and peripherals (e.g., monitor, screen, keyboard, controller, speakers). |
| FL CS 3-5: SC.35.CS-CS.4.3 | Compare and contrast hardware and software. |
| FL CS 3-5: SC.35.CS-CS.4.4 | Identify and solve simple hardware and software problems that may occur during everyday use (e.g., power, connections, application window or toolbar). |
| FL GR3 CS Foundations: SC.3.CO.1.1 | Classify hardware as input, output, both or neither. |
| FL GR3 CS Foundations: SC.3.TI.1.2 | Identify adaptive technology and discuss how it has changed over time. |
| FL GR4 CS Foundations: SC.4.CO.1.4 | Determine whether software can be described as a system or application software. |
| FL GR4 CS Foundations: SC.4.CO.1.5 | Troubleshoot digital problems that may occur during daily use. |
| FL GR4 CS Foundations: SC.4.CO.1.7 | Compare hardware and software. |
| FL GR4 CS Foundations: SC.4.PE.1.1 | Explain that when writing programs, a specific initial program environment is necessary. |
| FL GR4 CS Foundations: SC.4.TI.1.2 | Explore and identify the functions of adaptive technologies and how they have changed over time. |
| FL GR5 CS Foundations: SC.5.CO.1.1 | Describe the function and purpose of various input/output devices. |
| FL GR5 CS Foundations: SC.5.CO.2.1 | Identify hardware components in the computation cycle as input, processing, output and storage. |
| FL GR5 CS Foundations: SC.5.CO.2.2 | Troubleshoot hardware problems that may occur during everyday use. |
| FL GR5 CS Foundations: SC.5.CO.3.1 | Identify software components in the computation cycle as input, processing, output and storage. |
| FL GR5 CS Foundations: SC.5.CO.3.2 | Troubleshoot software problems that may occur during everyday use. |
| GA CS 3-5: CSS.EL.3-5.1 | Identify the features of current technologies and use that knowledge to understand emerging technologies. |
| GA CS 3-5: CSS.EL.3-5.1.1 | Describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| GA CS 3-5: CSS.EL.3-5.1.2 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| GA CS 3-5: CSS.EL.3-5.1.3 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| HI 1B: 1B-CS-01 | Describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| HI 1B: 1B-CS-02 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| HI 1B: 1B-CS-03 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| HI 1B: 1B-IC-18 | Discuss computing technologies that have changed the world, and express how those technologies influence, and are influenced by, cultural practices. |
| IA 1B: 1B-CS-01 | Describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| IA 1B: 1B-CS-02 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| IA 1B: 1B-CS-03 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| IA 1B: 1B-IC-18 | Discuss computing technologies that have changed the world, and express how those technologies influence, and are influenced by, cultural practices. |
| ID CS 3-5: 3-5.CT.1.1 | Identify, using accurate terminology, simple hardware and software problems and apply strategies for solving these problems. |
| ID CS 3-5: 3-5.DL.3.1 | Identify how computational devices impact daily life. |
| IL 3-5: 3-5.CS.01 | Describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| IL 3-5: 3-5.CS.02 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. Discuss task specific embedded systems. |
| IL 3-5: 3-5.CS.03 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| IN 3-5 CS 2023: 3-5.CD.1 | Model how computer hardware and software work together to accomplish tasks. |
| IN 3-5 CS 2023: 3-5.CD.2 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. (E) |
| IN 3-5 CS 2023: 3-5.CD.3 | Describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| IN STEM 3: 3.IDL.1 | Identify and evaluate the impact of technology when selecting tools to solve a problem in order to determine the most effective solution. |
| IN STEM 3: 3.IDL.3 | Describe how solutions or technologies are adapted to meet the changing needs and wants of individuals or communities. |
| IN STEM 4: 4.IDL.3 | Describe how solutions or technologies are adapted to meet the changing needs and wants of individuals or communities. |
| IN STEM 5: 5.IDL.3 | Describe how solutions or technologies are adapted to meet the changing needs and wants of individuals or communities. |
| ISTE: 1d | Students understand the fundamental concepts of technology operations, demonstrate the ability to choose, use and troubleshoot current technologies and are able to transfer their knowledge to explore emerging technologies. |
| KS CS 3: 3.CS.D.01 | Identify how computing devices can be connected to other devices to extend their capabilities. |
| KS CS 3: 3.CS.HS.01 | Model how information flows through hardware and software to accomplish tasks. |
| KS CS 3: 3.CS.IO.01 | Demonstrate proper use of grade level appropriate input devices and produce digital artifacts with a controlled audience. |
| KS CS 3: 3.CS.T.01 | Identify, using accurate terminology, simple hardware and software problems and strategies for solving these problems. |
| KS CS 3: 3.IC.C.01 | Identify possible problems and how computing devices have built in features for increasing accessibility to all users. |
| KS CS 4: 4.CS.D.01 | Identify and explain how computing devices can be connected to other devices to extend their capabilities. |
| KS CS 4: 4.CS.T.01 | Identify, using accurate terminology, simple hardware and software problems that may occur during everyday use, discuss problems with peers and adults, and apply strategies for solving these problems. |
| KS CS 4: 4.IC.H.01 | Identify and give examples of computing technologies that have changed the world, and express how those technologies influence, and are influenced by, society |
| KS CS 5: 5.CS.D.01 | Model and communicate how computing devices can be connected to other devices to extend their capabilities. |
| KS CS 5: 5.CS.T.01 | Using accurate terminology, identify simple hardware and software problems that may occur during everyday use. |
| KS CS 5: 5.IC.H.01 | Identify and explain the evolution of computing technologies that have changed the world. |
| KY CS K-5: E-CS-03 | Describe basic hardware and software problems using accurate terminology. |
| KY CS K-5: E-CS-02 | Identify and describe the function of common physical components of computing systems (hardware) using appropriate terminology. |
| KY CS K-5: E-CS-01 | Select and operate appropriate software and hardware to perform a variety of tasks and recognize that users have different needs and preferences for the technology they use. |
| LA CS K-5: E.CS.1A. | Identify and select the appropriate hardware to complete computing tasks |
| LA CS K-5: E.CS.1B. | Identify and select the appropriate software to complete computing tasks. |
| LA CS K-5: E.CS.1C. | Evaluate hardware and software types to meet users’ needs in completing various computing tasks. |
| LA CS K-5: E.CS.2A. | Propose potential ways to address computing problems using appropriate hardware and software |
| MA DLCS 3-5: 3-5.CAS.b.1 | Demonstrate responsible use of computers, peripheral devices, and resources as outlined in school rules [Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)]. |
| MA DLCS 3-5: 3-5.CAS.c.6 | Identify ways in which people with disabilities access and use technology (e.g., audio players and recorders, FM listening systems, magnifiers). |
| MA DLCS 3-5: 3-5.CS.a.1 | Identify a broad range of computing devices (e.g., computers, smart phones, tablets, robots, etextiles) and appropriate uses for them. |
| MA DLCS 3-5: 3-5.CS.a.2 | Describe the function and purpose of various input and output devices (e.g., monitor, keyboard, speakers, controller, probes, sensors, Bluetooth transmitters, synthesizers). |
| MA DLCS 3-5: 3-5.CS.a.3 | Demonstrate an appropriate level of proficiency (connect and record data, print, send command, connect to Internet, search) in using a range of computing devices (e.g., probes, sensors, printers, robots, computers). |
| MA DLCS 3-5: 3-5.CS.a.4 | Identify and solve simple hardware and software problems that may occur during everyday use (e.g., power, connections, application window or toolbar). |
| MA DLCS 3-5: 3-5.CS.a.5 | Describe the differences between hardware and software. |
| MA DLCS 3-5: 3-5.CS.b.2 | Explain how hardware and applications [e.g., Global Positioning System (GPS) navigation for driving directions, text-to-speech translation, language translation] can enable everyone, including people with disabilities, to do things they could not do otherwise. |
| MD CS 3: 3.CS.D.01 | Identify internal and external parts of computing devices that function together to form a system. |
| MD CS 3: 3.CS.HS.01 | Identify a variety of ways computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish a task. |
| MD CS 3: 3.CS.T.01 | Identify and troubleshoot, using appropriate technical terminology, simple hardware and software problems that may occur during everyday use, discuss problems with peers and adults (e.g. viruses, malware, versions of software and non-working applications, refresh screen, closing/reopening application, adjusting volume on headphones or speakers). |
| MD CS 3: 3.IC.C.01 | Identify how different technologies created by people from diverse backgrounds have contributed to computing and helped to change the world. |
| MD CS 4: 4.CS.D.01 | Describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| MD CS 4: 4.CS.HS.01 | Identify and describe a variety of ways computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish a task, using appropriate technical terminology (input, output, processors, sensors, storage). |
| MD CS 4: 4.CS.T.01 | Identify, using appropriate technical terminology, simple hardware and software problems that may occur during everyday use, discuss problems with peers and adults, and apply various strategies for solving these problems (e.g., rebooting the device, checking the power, forced shutdown of an application, running anti-virus). |
| MD CS 4: 4.IC.C.01 | Summarize how different technologies created by people from diverse backgrounds have contributed to computing and helped to change the world. |
| MD CS 5: 5.CS.D.01 | Describe and model how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. Describe how some components rely on others for correct functionality. |
| MD CS 5: 5.CS.HS.01 | Model and explain how information flows through hardware and software to accomplish a task. |
| MD CS 5: 5.CS.T.01 | Identify, using appropriate technical terminology, simple hardware and software problems that may occur during everyday use, discuss problems with peers and adults, apply a variety of strategies for solving these problems, and provide evidence why these strategies did or did not work. |
| MD CS 5: 5.IC.C.01 | Evaluate how different technologies created by people from diverse backgrounds have contributed to computing and helped to change the world. |
| MD CS K-5: 3.CS.D.01 | Identify internal and external parts of computing devices that function together to form a system. |
| MD CS K-5: 3.IC.C.01 | Identify how different technologies created by people from diverse backgrounds have contributed to computing and helped to change the world. |
| MD CS K-5: 4.IC.C.01 | Summarize how different technologies created by people from diverse backgrounds have contributed to computing and helped to change the world. |
| MD CS K-5: 5.CS.D.01 | Describe and model how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. Describe how some components rely on others for correct functionality. |
| MD CS K-5: 5.IC.C.01 | Evaluate how different technologies created by people from diverse backgrounds have contributed to computing and helped to change the world. |
| MI CS 3-5: 1B-CS-01 | Describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| MI CS 3-5: 1B-CS-02 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| MI CS 3-5: 1B-CS-03 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| MI CS 3-5: 1B-IC-18 | Discuss computing technologies that have changed the world, and express how those technologies influence, and are influenced by, cultural practices. |
| MO CS 3: 3.CS.HS.01 | Model how information flows through hardware and software to accomplish tasks. |
| MO CS 3: 3.CS.T.01 | Identify, using accurate terminology, simple hardware and software problems that may occur during everyday use, discuss problems with peers and adults, and apply strategies for solving these problems (e.g., refresh the screen, closing and reopening an application or file, unmuting or adjusting the volume on headphones). |
| MO CS 3: 3.IC.C.02 | Identify possible problems and how computing devices have built-in features for increasing accessibility to all users. |
| MO CS 4: 4.CS.T.01 | Identify, using accurate terminology, simple hardware and software problems that may occur during everyday use, discuss problems with peers and adults, and apply strategies for solving these problems (e.g., rebooting the computing device, checking the power, force shut down of an application). |
| MO CS 5: 5.CS.HS.01 | Model that information is translated into bits in order to transmit and process between software to accomplish tasks. |
| MO CS 5: 5.CS.T.01 | Identify, using accurate terminology, simple hardware and software problems that may occur during everyday use. Discuss problems with peers and adults, apply strategies for solving these problems and explain why the strategy should work. |
| MS CS 3-5: CS.1B.1 | Describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| MS CS 3-5: CS.1B.2 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| MS CS 3-5: CS.1B.3 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| MT CS 3: CS.CS.3.1 | Identify the internal and external parts of computing devices |
| MT CS 3: CS.CS.3.2 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies |
| MT CS 4: CS.CS.4.1 | Explain the function of individual internal and external parts |
| MT CS 4: CS.CS.4.2 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies |
| MT CS 5: CS.CS.5.1 | Describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system |
| MT CS 5: CS.CS.5.2 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks |
| MT CS 5: CS.CS.5.3 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies |
| MT CS 5: CS.IC.5.2 | Identify ways to improve the accessibility and usability of technology products for the diverse needs and wants of users |
| MT CS K-5: CS.IC.5.2 | Identify ways to improve the accessibility and usability of technology products for the diverse needs and wants of users |
| NC CS 3-5: 35.CS.02 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| NC CS 3-5: 35.CS.03 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| NC CS 3-5: 35.IC.02 | Explore the tools that can be used to improve accessibility and usability of technology products for the diverse needs and wants of users. |
| ND CS 3: 3.HS.1 | Identify the components and the basic functions of a computer system including peripherals and external storage features. |
| ND CS 3: 3.HS.2 | Independently use a computing device to perform a variety of tasks. |
| ND CS 3: 3.HS.3 | Recognize users have different technology needs and preferences. |
| ND CS 3: 3.T.1 | With guidance, apply basic troubleshooting strategies. |
| ND CS 3: 3.RU.4 | Comply with Acceptable Use Policies. |
| ND CS 4: 4.HS.1 | Explain the difference between hardware and software. |
| ND CS 4: 4.HS.2 | Independently use a computing device to perform a variety of tasks [Continued growth]. |
| ND CS 4: 4.HS.3 | Recognize users have different technology needs and preferences [Continued growth]. |
| ND CS 4: 4.T.1 | With guidance, apply basic troubleshooting strategies [Continued growth]. |
| ND CS 4: 4.RU.4 | Comply with Acceptable Use Policies. |
| ND CS 5: 5.HS.1 | Compare and contrast physical and virtual systems. |
| ND CS 5: 5.HS.2 | Independently use a computing device to perform a variety of tasks [Continued growth]. |
| ND CS 5: 5.HS.3 | Recognize users have different technology needs and preferences [Continued growth]. |
| ND CS 5: 5.T.1 | With guidance, apply basic troubleshooting strategies [Continued growth]. |
| ND CS 5: 5.RU.4 | Comply with Acceptable Use Policies. |
| NE 3 Technology: 3.BT.7 | Turn on the computer. |
| NE 3 Technology: 3.BT.10 | Open programs, web apps, and documents. |
| NE 3 Technology: 3.BT.12 | Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between hardware and software. |
| NE 3 Technology: 3.BT.14 | Identify major computer components. |
| NE 3 Technology: 3.BT.15 | Describe the components and functions of computers and networks. |
| NE 3 Technology: 3.BT.16 | Apply strategies for identifying and solving routine problems that occur during everyday computer use. |
| NE 3 Technology: 3.CS.4 | Demonstrate and understanding of how information is represented, stored, and processed by a computer. |
| NE 4 Technology: 4.BT.12 | Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between hardware and software. |
| NE 4 Technology: 4.BT.14 | Identify major computer components. |
| NE 4 Technology: 4.BT.15 | Describe the components and functions of computers and networks. |
| NE 4 Technology: 4.BT.16 | Apply strategies for identifying and solving routine problems that occur during everyday computer use. |
| NE 5 Technology: 5.BT.14 | Identify major computer components. |
| NE 5 Technology: 5.BT.15 | Describe the components and functions of computers and networks. |
| NE 5 Technology: 5.BT.16 | Apply strategies for identifying and solving routine problems that occur during everyday computer use. |
| NE K-5 Technology: NE.K5.12 | Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between hardware and software. |
| NE K-5 Technology: NE.K5.13 | Troubleshoot basic hardware and software problems. |
| NE K-5 Technology: NE.K5.14 | Identify major computer components. |
| NE K-5 Technology: NE.K5.15 | Describe the components and functions of computers and networks. |
| NE K-5 Technology: NE.K5.16 | Apply strategies for identifying and solving routine problems that occur during everyday computer use. |
| NH 1B: 1B-CS-01 | Describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| NH 1B: 1B-CS-02 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| NH 1B: 1B-CS-03 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| NH 1B: 1B-IC-18 | Discuss computing technologies that have changed the world, and express how those technologies influence, and are influenced by, cultural practices. |
| NJ CS 3-5: 8.1.5.CS.1 | Model how computing devices connect to other components to form a system. |
| NJ CS 3-5: 8.1.5.CS.2 | Model how computer software and hardware work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| NJ CS 3-5: 8.1.5.CS.3 | Identify potential solutions for simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| NJ CS 3-5: 8.1.5.IC.2 | Identify possible ways to improve the accessibility and usability of computing technologies to address the diverse needs and wants of users. |
| NM 1B: 1B-CS-01 | Describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| NM 1B: 1B-CS-02 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| NM 1B: 1B-CS-03 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| NM 1B: 1B-IC-18 | Discuss computing technologies that have changed the world, and express how those technologies influence, and are influenced by, cultural practices. |
| NS ICT 3: 3.CCT.a.1 | use grade appropriate ICT terminology |
| NS ICT 4: 4.CT.a.1 | be expected to use grade appropriate ICT terminology |
| NS ICT 5: 5.CT.a.1 | be expected to use grade appropriate ICT terminology |
| NS ICT 6: 6.CT.a.1 | be expected to use grade appropriate ICT terminology |
| NV CS 3: 3.CS.D.1 | Describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| NV CS 4: 4.CS.HS.1 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| NV CS 5: 5.CS.T.1 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| NY 4-6: 4-6.CT.1 | Develop a computational model of a system that shows changes in output when there are changes in inputs. |
| NY 4-6: 4-6.DL.5 | Identify common features of digital technologies. |
| NY 4-6: 4-6.IC.6 | Identify and explain ways to improve the accessibility and usability of a computing device or software application for the diverse needs and wants of users. |
| NY 4-6: 4-6.NSD.2 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| NY 4-6: 4-6.NSD.3 | Determine potential solutions to solve hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| NY CS 2-3: 2-3.IC.6 | Identify and discuss factors that make a computing device or software application easier or more difficult to use. |
| NY CS 2-3: 2-3.NSD.1 | Describe and demonstrate several ways a computer program can receive data and instructions (input) and can present results (output). |
| NY CS 2-3: 2-3.NSD.2 | Explain the function of software in computing systems, using descriptive/precise language. |
| NY CS 2-3: 2-3.NSD.3 | Describe and attempt troubleshooting steps to solve a simple technology problem. |
| NY CS K-6: 2-3.IC.6 | Identify and discuss factors that make a computing device or software application easier or more difficult to use. |
| NY CS K-6: 2-3.NSD.1 | Describe and demonstrate several ways a computer program can receive data and instructions (input) and can present results (output). |
| NY CS K-6: 2-3.NSD.2 | Explain the function of software in computing systems, using descriptive/precise language. |
| NY CS K-6: 4-6.IC.6 | Identify and explain ways to improve the accessibility and usability of a computing device or software application for the diverse needs and wants of users. |
| NY CS K-6: 4-6.DL.5 | Identify common features of digital technologies. |
| OH CS 3: CS.D.3.a | Explore common components (i.e., parts) of a computing system and their function to understand and describe the role they play in a computer system. |
| OH CS 3: CS.T.3.a | Apply troubleshooting strategies given problems and solutions to resolve hardware and software problems. |
| OH CS 3: IC.Cu.3.b | Identify how computing devices have built-in features to increase accessibility to all users. |
| OH CS 4: CS.D.4.a | Explore external components (i.e., parts) of a computing system and their function to understand and describe the role they play in a computer system. |
| OH CS 4: CS.T.4.a | Diagnose problems and select an appropriate solution from a list of problems and solutions to resolve hardware and software issues. |
| OH CS 4: IC.Cu.4.b | Identify and anticipate diverse user needs to increase accessibility to all users. |
| OH CS 5: CS.D.5.a | Explore the internal parts of the computing system and their function to understand and describe the role they play in a computer system. |
| OH CS 5: CS.T.5.a | Diagnose problems and develop strategies to resolve technology issues. |
| OK CS 3: 3.CS.HS.01 | Model how information flows through hardware and software to accomplish tasks. |
| OK CS 3: 3.CS.T.01 | Identify, using accurate terminology, simple hardware and software problems that may occur during everyday use, discuss problems with peers and adults, and apply strategies for solving these problems (e.g., refresh the screen, closing and reopening an application or file, unmuting or adjusting the volume on headphones). |
| OK CS 3: 3.IC.C.02 | Identify possible problems and how computing devices have built in features for increasing accessibility to all users. |
| OK CS 4: 4.CS.T.01 | Identify, using accurate terminology, simple hardware and software problems that may occur during everyday use, discuss p roblems with peers and adults, and apply strategies for solving these problems (e.g., rebooting the device, checking the power, force shut down of an application). |
| OK CS 5: 5.CS.T.01 | Identify, using accurate terminology, simple hardware and software problems that may occur during everyday use. Discuss problems with peers and adults, apply strategies for solving these problems and explain why the strategy should work. |
| PA 1B: 1B-CS-01 | Describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| PA 1B: 1B-CS-02 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| PA 1B: 1B-CS-03 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| PA 1B: 1B-IC-18 | Discuss computing technologies that have changed the world, and express how those technologies influence, and are influenced by, cultural practices. |
| RI CS 1B: 1B-CSN-H-1 | Describe how people interact with the various parts of computing systems to accomplish tasks. |
| RI CS 1B: 1B-CSN-HS-1 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| RI CS 1B: 1B-CSN-T-1 | Determine potential solutions to solve simplehardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| RI CS 1B: 1B-DL-US-1 | Describe the different high-level tasks that are common to software tools that students use. |
| RI CS 1B: 1B-RC-CU-2 | Identify ways to improve the accessibility and usability of technology products for the diverse needs and wants of users. |
| RI CS K-5: 1B-CSN-H-1 | Describe how people interact with the various parts of computing systems to accomplish tasks. |
| RI CS K-5: 1B-RC-CU-2 | Identify ways to improve the accessibility and usability of technology products for the diverse needs and wants of users. |
| SC CS 3: 3.DL.3.1 | Understand the importance of acceptable use policies (e.g., to enforce safe internet usage among all members of the community). |
| SC CS 3: 3.CS.1.1 | Compare and contrast computing devices (e.g., tablets, laptops, smartphones). |
| SC CS 3: 3.CS.1.2 | Identify the parts of a computing device (e.g., input devices, output devices, processors). |
| SC CS 3: 3.CS.3.1 | Troubleshoot simple hardware problems that may occur during use (e.g., hardware is plugged in or batteries charged; sound is muted/unmuted). |
| SC CS 3: 3.CS.3.2 | Troubleshoot simple software problems that may occur during use (e.g., refresh or close a web browser; close a program). |
| SC CS 4: 4.DL.4.2 | Use software capabilities to correct errors. |
| SC CS 4: 4.CS.1.3 | Describe the major hardware components (e.g., memory, processor) of a computing device (e.g., tablets, laptops, smartphones). |
| SC CS 4: 4.CS.2.1 | Explore the limitations and advantages of various computing devices for particular uses. |
| SC CS 4: 4.CS.2.2 | Explore application software (e.g., word processor, spreadsheet, presentation software, web browser). |
| SC CS 4: 4.CS.3.2 | Identify whether the operating system or an application is the source of an error message. |
| SC CS 4: 4.CS.3.3 | Identify and describe the causes of hardware (e.g., wiring), connectivity (e.g., no internet connection), and software (e.g., frozen screen) problems. |
| SC CS 5: 5.DL.4.2 | Use software capabilities to correct errors. |
| SC CS 5: 5.CS.1.2 | Explain the importance of the major hardware components of the computing device (e.g., input and output devices, processors). |
| SC CS 5: 5.CS.2.1 | Justify the use of different computing devices for relevant tasks. |
| SC CS 5: 5.CS.2.2 | Explore and compare multiple software applications (e.g., word processor, spreadsheet, presentation software, web browser). |
| SC CS 5: 5.CS.3.1 | Respond appropriately to various error messages (e.g., “webpage not found;” “incorrect password”). |
| SC CS 5: 5.CS.3.2 | Identify the computing device components that may cause various problems. |
| SC CS K-5: 3.CS.1.1 | Compare and contrast computing devices (e.g., tablets, laptops, smartphones). |
| SC CS K-5: 3.CS.1.2 | Identify the parts of a computing device (e.g., input devices, output devices, processors). |
| SC CS K-5: 3.CS.2.2 | Compare operating systems to application software (e.g., word processor, spreadsheet, presentation software, web browser). |
| SC CS K-5: 4.DL.4.2 | Use software capabilities to correct errors. |
| SC CS K-5: 4.CS.1.3 | Describe the major hardware components (e.g., memory, processor) of a computing device (e.g., tablets, laptops, smartphones). |
| SC CS K-5: 4.CS.2.1 | Explore the limitations and advantages of various computing devices for particular uses. |
| SC CS K-5: 4.CS.2.2 | Explore application software (e.g., word processor, spreadsheet, presentation software, web browser). |
| SC CS K-5: 5.CS.1.1 | Select the appropriate computing device for an application (e.g., writing an essay on a laptop versus on a smartphone). |
| SC CS K-5: 5.CS.1.2 | Explain the importance of the major hardware components of the computing device (e.g., input and output devices, processors). |
| SC CS K-5: 5.CS.2.1 | Justify the use of different computing devices for relevant tasks. |
| SC CS K-5: 5.CS.2.2 | Explore and compare multiple software applications (e.g., word processor, spreadsheet, presentation software, web browser). |
| SC CS K-5: 5.CS.3.2 | Identify the computing device components that may cause various problems. |
| SD CS 3-5: 3-5.CS.01 | Describe how computing devices' internal and external parts function to form a system. |
| SD CS 3-5: 3-5.CS.02 | Model how hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| SD CS 3-5: 3-5.CS.03 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| Texas 3 Technology Applications: 3.9.A | demonstrate adherence to local acceptable use policy (AUP) that reflects positive social behavior in the digital environment |
| Texas 3 Technology Applications: 3.12.E | identify minor technical problems with hardware and software and solve the issues with assistance |
| Texas 4 Technology Applications: 4.9.A | Demonstrate adherence to local acceptable use policy (AUP) and explain the importance of responsible and ethical technology use. |
| Texas 4 Technology Applications: 4.12.E | use troubleshooting strategies to solve minor technical problems with hardware and software such as restarting software or rebooting hardware |
| Texas 5 Technology Applications: 5.9.A | demonstrate adherence to local acceptable use policy (AUP) and explain the importance of responsible and ethical technology |
| Texas 5 Technology Applications: 5.12.E | use help sources to research application features and solve software issues |
| TN CS 4: 4.FC.1 | Demonstrate an appropriate level of proficiency in performing tasks using a range of digital devices. |
| TN CS 4: 4.IC.3 | Explain how hardware and applications can enable everyone, including people with disabilities, to do things they could not do otherwise. |
| TN CS K-5: K.CCP.1 | Identify, using appropriate terminology, common physical components of computing systems (hardware). For example, but not limited to, desktop computers, laptop computers, tablet devices, monitors, keyboards, mice and printers. |
| TN CS K-5: 1.CCP.1 | Recognize and utilize common physical components of computing systems (hardware) and software concepts using correct terminology. For example, but not limited to, laptop computers, tablets, monitors, keyboards, printers; software concepts such as sign-in requirements, input, output, debug, and program. |
| TN CS K-5: 2.CCP.1 | Identify and describe how hardware and software components make up a computing system. |
| TN CS K-5: 3.CCP.1 | Recognize and understand that a series of devices and components form a system of interdependent parts with a common purpose. |
| TN CS K-5: 4.CCP.1 | Recognize the input and output devices along with the components that form an interdependent system with a common purpose. |
| TN CS K-5: 4.CCP.7 | Describe ways that hardware and software are used by various members of society including accessibility features. For example, voice commands can be used for accessibility or convenience. |
| TN CS K-5: 5.CCP.1 | Identify and describe the role of various input and output devices and components that are within an interdependent system with a common purpose. |
| UT CS 3: 3.CS.1 | Describe and model how computing devices connect to other components to extend their capabilities and form a system. |
| UT CS 4: 4.CS.1 | Demonstrate how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| UT CS 5: 5.CS.1 | Create potential solutions to solve hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| UT CS K-5: 3.CS.1 | Describe and model how computing devices connect to other components to extend their capabilities and form a system. |
| UT CS K-5: 4.CS.1 | Demonstrate how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| UT CS K-5: 4.IC.2 | Propose ways to improve the accessibility and usability of technology products for the diverse needs and wants of users. |
| VA CS 3: 3.CSY.1 | The student will model how computing devices within a computing system work. |
| VA CS 3: 3.CSY.2 | The student will use accurate terminology when troubleshooting problems when a computing system is not working as expected. |
| VA CS 4: 4.CSY.1 | The student will model how a computing system works to accomplish a task. |
| VA CS 4: 4.CSY.2 | The student will apply troubleshooting strategies when a computing system is not working as intended. |
| VA CS 5: 5.CSY.1 | The student will explain how computing systems are used to collect and exchange data. |
| VA CS 5: 5.CSY.3 | The student will evaluate and implement troubleshooting strategies when a computing system is not operational. |
| VA CS K-5: 3.IC.1 | The student will identify and examine the positive and negative impacts of the prevalence of computing technologies. |
| VA CS K-5: 4.IC.1 | The student will identify and examine the positive and negative impacts of the prevalence of computing technologies. |
| VA CS K-5: 5.IC.1 | The student will analyze the impact of inappropriate use of computing technologies. |
| Virginia 3 Computer Science: 3.CSY.1.a | Describe the role of a processor in a computing system. |
| Virginia 3 Computer Science: 3.CSY.1.b | Explain the relationship between the inputs, processors, and outputs. |
| Virginia 3 Computer Science: 3.CSY.1.c | Discuss various types of input data a computer can accept and use. |
| Virginia 3 Computer Science: 3.CSY.1.d | Model how a computing system works including input and output, processors, and sensors. |
| Virginia 3 Computer Science: 3.CSY.2.a | Identify common troubleshooting strategies used to address a variety of hardware and software problems. |
| Virginia 3 Computer Science: 3.CSY.2.b | Explain and apply troubleshooting strategies related to simple hardware and software problems. |
| WA 1B: 1B-CS-01 | Describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| WA 1B: 1B-CS-02 | Model how computer hardware and software work together as a system to accomplish tasks. |
| WA 1B: 1B-CS-03 | Determine potential solutions to solve simple hardware and software problems using common troubleshooting strategies. |
| WA 1B: 1B-IC-18 | Discuss computing technologies that have changed the world, and express how those technologies influence, and are influenced by, cultural practices. |
| WI CS 3-5: CS1.a.3.i | Select and operate appropriate software to perform a variety of tasks and recognize that users have different needs and preferences for the technology they use. |
| WI CS 3-5: CS1.a.4.i | Use appropriate terminology in naming internal and external components of computing devices and describing their relationships, capabilities, and limitations. |
| WI CS 3-5: CS1.b.2.i | Model how a computer system works. [Clarification Only includes basic elements of a computer system, such as input, output, processor, sensors, and storage]. |
| WI CS 3-5: CS2.a.2.i | Identify, using accurate terminology, simple hardware and software problems that may occur during use, and apply strategies for solving problems (e.g., reboot device, check for power, check network availability, close and reopen app). |
| WI CS K-5: CSS.1.a.e.1 | Identify and explain the function of basic hardware components in a computing system (such as the display, system unit, keyboard, and other input/output devices). |
| WI CS K-5: CSS.1.a.e.2 | Describe how the physical parts (hardware) and the programs (software) work together to take in (input) and show/send out (output) information. |
| WI CS K-5: CSS.1.b.e.2 | Talk about different types of apps or tools students use—like those that need the internet and those that work on the device—and explain what each one helps them do. |
| WI CS K-5: CSS.1.c.e.1 | Follow simple steps to fix common computer problems (like no sound or the device won’t turn on), by using solutions like checking if it’s plugged in or restarting. |
| WI CS K-5: CSS.4.a.e.2 | Give examples of ways people use the Internet with devices - like watching videos, playing games, learning, or talking with others. |
| WY CS 3-5: 5.CS.D.01 | Independently, describe how internal and external parts of computing devices function to form a system. |
| WY CS 3-5: 5.CS.HS.01 | Model how information is translated, transmitted, and processed in order to follow through hardware and software to accomplish tasks. |
| WY CS 3-5: 5.CS.T.01 | Identify hardware and software problems that may occur during everyday use, then develop, apply, and explain strategies for solving these problems. |
| WY CS K-2: 2.CS.HS.01 | Demonstrate and describe the function of common components of computing systems (hardware and software) (e.g., use a browser, search engine). |