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Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science

6.1Automated systems

Automated systems in Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 6.1.1Describe how sensors, microprocessors and actuators work together in automated systems.
  2. 6.1.2Describe the advantages and disadvantages of an automated system in a given scenario.

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  • Automated systems: sensors, microprocessors and actuators

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Automated systems: sample question

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Why is an analogue-to-digital converter needed between a temperature sensor and a microprocessor?

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