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TABLE OF CONTENT

About Us..................................................................................Page 3
Chapter One
About SSS3 Scheme of Work...................................................Page 5
Chapter Two
Syllabus...................................................................................Page 6
Chapter Three
Recommended Textbooks.......................................................Page 14
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About SSS3 Scheme of Work
Senior Secondary School 3 (SSS3) in Nigeria is an important study year that pre-
pares students to transition from secondary school to higher education and the pro-
fessional world. As the final year of secondary school, SSS3 focuses on preparing
students for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

The Lagos State unified scheme of work for SSS3 is a key part of senior secondary
education in Nigeria. It offers a structured and thorough plan to help students suc-
ceed in the WASSCE by covering essential subjects like Mathematics, English Lan-
guage, and the Sciences, along with elective subjects that match students’ interests
and career goals. This balanced approach ensures students gain a deep and broad
understanding of the material needed for the WASSCE and future challenges.

The Lagos state unified scheme of work for SSS3 involves an intensive review of
what students have learned in previous years, ensuring they understand core con-
cepts well. A major part of SSS3 is dedicated to WASSCE preparation, including reg-
ular mock exams, practice tests, and review sessions with past exam questions.
This helps students get used to the exam format, manage their time effectively, and
reduce anxiety, all of which improve their performance.

SSS3 students gain the knowledge, confidence, and abilities they need to excel in
the WASSCE and beyond through rigorous academic preparation, skill development,
career guidance, and holistic growth. This important year not only shapes their aca-
demic futures but also prepares them to be future leaders and innovators in Nigeria
and the world.
Introduction

In SSS3, Data Processing covers a lot of stu : how to collect data, how to
show it in tables and graphs, how to analyze it using math, and how to use
computer programs to manage it. Basically, it's about taking messy data
and turning it into something useful, like figuring out trends or making pre-
dictions. These skills aren't just for passing exams—they're essential for ca-
reers in economics, social sciences, and business.
For WASSCE, being good at Data Processing is a big deal. The exam asks
questions that test your ability to analyze data, find patterns, and make
smart conclusions. In today's world, where decisions are often based on data,
knowing Data Processing can open doors to lots of careers. Whether
it's in finance, healthcare, or market research, jobs everywhere need people
who can handle data well. Being skilled in Data Processing doesn't just mean
passing the WASSCE exam—it means being ready for a future where under-
standing and using data is key to success.
Studying data processing using the Lagos State Unified Scheme of Work is
crucial as it equips students and educators with essential skills in data
collection, analysis, and interpretation. These skills are vital for academic
excellence, practical application in daily life, and preparation for future ca-
reers in data-driven fields.
2 Chapter Two
Scheme of Work
First Term
LAGOS STATE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION: UNIFIED SCHEMES OF
WORK FOR SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS
Data Processing Scheme of Work for Senior Secondary Schools 3
(SSS3)
Class S.S.S 3
Subject Data Processing
Term First Term
Week Topic Breakdown
SUB-THEME: DATA MANAGEMENT
1 Indexes I (1) Define indexes. (2) Types of indexes. (3)
Dense versus sparse. (4) Clustered versus
Unclustered indexes.

2 Indexes II (1) Primary indexes. (2) Secondary indexes.


(3) Indexes using composite search keys.
3 Database security I (1) Introduction to database security.
(2) Definition of database security.
(3) Access control
(4) Importance of data security.
4 Database security II (1) Role of the database administrator in
security. (2) Define Encryption.
5 Crash Recovery I (1) Introduction to Aries (Analysis redo and
undo). (2) Other recovery related data
structure.
6 Crash Recovery II (1) The write ahead log protocol. (2) Check
pointing. (3) Media recovery.
7 Parallel and (1) Architecture for parallel databases
Distributed Database (2) Introduction to distributed databases.
I (3) Explain parallel and distributed
databases.
(4) Importance of parallel DBMS
8 Parallel and (1) Distributed database management
Distributed Database system architecture
II (2) Storing data in a distributed database
management system
(3) Importance of distributed database.
9&10 Practical (1) Prepare table in indexes
(2) Use a database to prepare
-Relational database
-Hierarchical database
-Flat file database structures, for students.
Second Term
Term Second Term
Week Topic Breakdown
SUB-THEME: TOOLS FOR PROCESSING INFORMATION
1 Networking I (1) Definition of networking (Internet and
Internet).
(2) Types of networking
- Ethernet
-Token ring
-Arenet
(3) Network topology
- star
-Bus
-Ring
2 Networking II (1) Network device -Hub, Modems, switches,
router, network interface card (NIC).
(2) Benefits of networking.
3 Computer Virus I (1) Meaning of computer virus.
(2) Types of virus.
(3) Examples of viruses
-Trojan horse
-Sleeper etc.
SUB-THEME: COMPUTER MAINTENANCE ETHICS HUMAN ISSUES
4 Computer Virus II (1) Sources of virus
-infected disks
-e-mails
-Internet downloads
-illegal duplication of software etc.
(2) Virus warning signs
-Incomplete saving of files
-Tiny dots
-Strange characters on the screen etc.
(3) Virus detection/prevention
-use of antivirus e.g. Norton MacAfee scan
etc.
5 Maintenance of (1) Details of hardware maintenance.
computer I (2) Details of software maintenance
6 Career options in data (1) Professional in computer
processing (2) Functions of computer professionals
(3) Qualities of a good professional
(4) Computer profession bodies and
functions.
7&8 Revision
9 WASSCE Examination
3 Chapter Three
Recommended Textbooks
Recommended Textbooks
The recommended Data Processing textbooks for SSS3 include but are
not limited to the following:
● Data Processing for Senior Secondary Schools Book 3 by Wole
Olatokun, Adegoke Olatunde, Stanley Emeka & Bala Ibrahim
HEBN Publishers Plc
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