NQF 5 SD 116389: Write a Technical Report

Specific outcome:

·         Plan the research of a computer topic

·         Conduct the research of a computer topic using computer technology, and to

·         Present the results of research of a computer topic using computer technology.

Learning assumed to be in place:

·         Sufficient knowledge of the subject of the report and know how to interpret technical drawings.

Specific Outcome 1 : Collect information for writing the report.

·         The purpose of the report is determined and clearly defined.

·         All facts, which have a bearing on the report are ascertained.

·         The correct equipment and/or tools required to ascertain the facts is selected.

·         Those facts to be presented in the report are selected and put in the order of presentation.

·         The order of presentation is logical.

·         The consequences of providing incorrect information are listed and explained.

Specific Outcome 2 : Plan the writing of the report

·         The demonstration explains overflow errors found in computers.

·         The demonstration explains underflow errors found in computers.

·         The demonstration explains conversion errors found in computers.

·         The demonstration explains errors found in computers because of advancement in processor word-sizes.

Specific Outcome 3 : Demonstrate how mistakes and computer errors can be minimised

·         The demonstration explains how mistakes can be minimised.

·         The demonstration explains how errors can be minimised.