ICT (Core) Waec Syllabus

Below is this 2026 Waec Syllabus for ICT (Core). Note that this syllabus is for both internal and external candidates.

Aims and Objectives

  • candidates’ knowledge and understanding of the basic concepts of Information and Communication Technology
  • the capabilities of candidates in the application of ICT knowledge in education and business
  • candidates’ preparedness for higher studies

Scheme of Examination

There will be two papers, Papers 1 and 2, both of which will be composite papers to be taken in one sitting.

PAPER 1: 

This paper will consist of forty multiple-choice objective questions, all of which must be answered within 45 minutes for 20 marks.

PAPER 2: 

Paper 2 will consist of four compulsory tests of practical knowledge questions and six essay-type questions.

Candidates will be required to answer the compulsory test of practical questions and any two of the other questions within 2 hours for 80 marks.

Detailed ICT (Core) Syllabus

INTRODUCTION TO BASIC ICT CONCEPTS AND COMPUTERS
  • Meaning of ICT and its related terminologies.
  • Uses of ICT tools e.g. mobile phones, computers, Internet, television set, radio, etc.
  • Impact of ICT on Education, Social and Economic Development.
  • Information processing cycle; distinction between data and information
  • Types and Uses of Computers.
COMPUTER HARDWARE 
  • Categories of computer hardware:
    • the system unit
    • peripherals
    • storage media.
COMPUTER SOFTWARE  
  • Types of software: System and application software
  • Open source and proprietary software.
THREATS TO COMPUTERS AND USERS
  • Meaning of computer threats.
  • Categories of computer threats.
  • Natural threats, e.g. earthquakes, heat, floods, etc.
  • Human threats, e.g., viruses, worms, intentional damage, etc.
  • Health hazards to computer users: causes and effects.
  • Remedies to Threats and Hazards
WORD PROCESSING
  • Word Processing Packages, their uses and Importance.
  • Related Concepts and Terminologies
  • Creating and saving documents.
  • Editing, formatting, and insertion of objects e.g. tables, graphics, etc.
  • Printing of documents.
  • Speed and Accuracy in typing at 30-35 words per minute
SPREADSHEET
  • Spreadsheet packages, their uses and importance.
  • Related concepts and terminologies
  • Types of data and their uses.
  • Creating and saving workbook.
  • Constructing and inserting formulae and functions.
  • Editing and formatting worksheets.
  • Printing worksheets.
PRESENTATION
  • Presentation Packages, Uses, and Importance.
  • Creating and saving presentations.
  • Editing, formatting, and insertion of objects.
  • Slide shows.
  • Master slides.
  • Factors to consider before delivering a presentation.
  • Printing Presentation Documents
THE INTERNET
  • Meaning, concepts, terminologies, and requirements.
  • Features and uses of browser windows.
  • Rules and regulations in the use of the Internet (netiquette).
  • Sending and accessing e-mail.
  • Internet-related tools for communication, e.g. chatting, downloading, uploading, search engines, Facebook, etc.

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