This is my wikipage

19/01/12: Control program

1.Control program is basically a computer/microprocessor which handles data from sensors and sends signals to output devices

2.Computers are used to control alot of things such as: air conditioning, central heating, burgalar alarms, traffic lights, security systems,etc...
3.Control sets a structure so you can achieve something in the end
4.Computer control is to do with robots and automated systems
5.In a greenhouse, control systems, such as humidity sensors sense changes in temperature and try to keep the temperature normal for example the temperature falls, the heater is turned on to the make the temperature rise. If the humidity falls, then sprinklers will sprinkle water to bring back the normal humidity.
6. the most important thing in logo is that you have to program from the robot's point of view.
7. In logo the first command is PEN DOWN

02/02/12: Use logo to control and create things

Acronyms and their meaning:

1. ADC: Analog to Digital Convertor
2. DAC: Digital ot Analog Convertor
3. Algorithms: Is a step by step procedure for calculations

Vocabulary:

1. command
2. argument
3. procedure
4. turtle

Basic commands:

1. fd & bk : Forward and Backward
2. lt & rt: Left and Right
3. pu & pd: Pen up and Pen down

Extra help for Logo: http://derrel.net/ep/logo/logo_com.htm


New things i learnt today:


1. Repeat will repeat the actions listed in the instruction list.
Example: Repeat [ fd 10 lt 90 square ]
2.CS is an abbreviation for clear screen, it clears the screen and returns it's mouse to the original home position
3.FILL will colour the whole area.
4. Reuseablity

Playing around with logo:


fd 100
rt 90
fd 100
rt 90
fd 100
rt 90
fd 100
The codes above make a square.

This is my presentation for the year 7's about variables




This is my final robot

robot.png

This is my robot code:


Computer shop logo


Computer shop spresdsheet


Magazine article

15/3/12

Two new things i learnt today:

1. Databases
2. Adding and deleting records

28/3/12: HOMEWORK: Book Database


29/3/12 :Queries and Databases

Computer shop database:


Evidence in Queries:



4/4/12: HOMEWORK: COMPUTER SHOP DATABASE



5/4/12: Creating Reports




25/4/12: Animation (HOMEWORK)



Animation FINAL REVIEW

Animation: Self-Assessment

If you understand it and could demonstrate it, check the box. Otherwise, don't.

All items:

0%

  1. Level 4
  2. I use simple shapes in my animations.
  3. I use motion tweening.
  4. I use shape tweening.
  5. I use .fla and .swf files appropriately.
  6. Level 5
  7. I animate more complex shapes.
  8. I use layers so that I can include a background.
  9. I use more than one tween in the same animation.
  10. I control the pace of an animation by adding pauses
  11. Level 6
  12. I import images from other graphics applications.
  13. I use the library to store and manage my shapes and symbols.
  14. I put tweens on different layers.
  15. My animations make sense and tell a story.
  16. Level 7
  17. I animate symbols, not just scenes.
  18. I use sound in my animations.

02/05/12: HOMEWORK: BANNER PLANNING



17/05/12: REVISION ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

spreadsheets - self assessment

All items:

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  1. Level 4
  2. I can use basic mathematical operations (+, -, *, /)
  3. I type formulas once then use autofill to copy them
  4. I organise my data using properly names worksheets
  5. I use basic functions like SUM, MIN and MAX
  6. I format cells as currency, %, etc
  7. I name cells and ranges
  8. I format worksheets so that they look good
  9. Level 5
  10. I use data validation to control what the user can enter into a cell
  11. I use relative and absolute references
  12. I use functions like IF and COUNT
  13. I use formatting to help guide the user
  14. I use conditional formatting
  15. I hide rows and columns where appropriate
  16. I annotate my work so that people understand what I have done
  17. Level 6
  18. I can model simple things in everyday life and use things like goal seek to find things out
  19. I use nested IF functions
  20. I use VLOOKUPs
  21. I use functions like COUNTIF and SUMIF
  22. I use controls such as spinners
  23. I enter the arguments to some functions without using a wizard
  24. Level 7
  25. I protect worksheets so that users cannot damage them
  26. I use VLOOKUPs across files
  27. I use more complicated functions like INT and ROUNDDOWN
  28. I use different file types such as csv
  29. Level 8
  30. I extend the functionality of the software using macros
  31. Exceptional Performance
  32. I extend the functionality of the software using a programming language such as VBA

Graphics Self-assessment

If you understand it and could demonstrate it, check the box. Otherwise, don't.

All items:

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  1. Level 4
  2. I use basic shape tools lice rectangle and elipse.
  3. I use keyboard shortcuts to zoom and move.
  4. I arrange shapes by bringing them forward and sending them back.
  5. I group objects together.
  6. I use fill and stroke when adding colour.
  7. I convert text to paths (outlines).
  8. I use gradients sensibly.
  9. I annotate my work so that people know what I have done.
  10. Level 5
  11. I duplicate objects.
  12. I rotate objects.
  13. I reflect objects.
  14. I use the direct selection tool (the white pointer).
  15. I use the pen tool to create polygons.
  16. I control the polygon and star tools to create different shapes.
  17. I export my graphics to suitable file types such as .gif, .png or .jpg.
  18. I use the pathfinder.
  19. I use the eyedropper tool.
  20. I use layers.
  21. Level 6
  22. I use the pen tool to create curves.
  23. I use the blend tool.
  24. I use more than one stroke with a given shape to add detail.
  25. I control canvas size and transparency before exporting.
  26. I attach text to paths.
  27. I name layers.
  28. Level 7
  29. I group layers.

Web Authoring

If you understand it and could demonstrate it, check the box. Otherwise, don't.

All items:

0%

  1. Level 3
  2. I set up web authoring software properly (manage sites!)
  3. My work is well organised (images and html files all in their right places)
  4. Level 4
  5. I add text and images to web pages
  6. I link pages together using hyperlinks
  7. I link to external web pages
  8. I format text using things like bold and underline
  9. I complete the title tags on my web pages
  10. I use images as hyperlinks
  11. Level 5
  12. I use CSS for basic formatting
  13. I use invisible tables for layout
  14. I make external links open in a new tab or window
  15. I understand basic html tags (e.g. h1)
  16. Level 6
  17. I use hexadecimal values in my CSS style sheets.
  18. I use templates to standardise the way pages look
  19. I use rollovers
  20. I use hotspots
  21. I understand more advanced html tags (e,g, a)
  22. Level 7
  23. I use templates to standardise the navigation of my web sites
  24. I embed media
  25. Level 8
  26. I enhance my websites by writing my own javascript

17/5/12: CLASSIC CARS

Classic car shop logo version 1:

Classic Cars Excel Version 1:


Classic cars Excel Version 2:




24/5/12: FLOWER POWER

flower_power_version_1.jpg




7/6/12: EXAM

To get a higher grade i will have to: group layers, use gradients. convert text to paths, attach text to paths, etc...










14/6/12: FLASH POWER POINT WITH EMILY



version 1 of power point:


version 2 of power point:



playing around with shape tween +color tween:
AWEOSME THING SHAPE TWEEN.gif

21/06/12: self assessment