Records in Structured Programming

This worksheet is designed to help Computer Science teachers teach concepts of structured programming with a focus on the use of records and arrays. It covers a variety of practical exercises for students learning AS Level Computer Science (Year 12). Key topics include defining records, manipulating arrays, and writing pseudocode for real-world scenarios such as managing library books, school club memberships, stock inventory, employee attendance, and patient records.

The worksheet offers step-by-step problems that guide students in:

• Defining custom data types using records (e.g., LibraryRecord, StockItem, Employee).
• Manipulating 1D arrays to store and process data (e.g., arrays of students, books, employees).
• Using pseudocode to solve tasks like assigning values, traversing arrays, and searching or modifying records.
• Applying hashing and simple algorithms to calculate values or organize data (e.g., book storage using a hash function).
• Reinforcing logical problem-solving through practical programming challenges that simulate real-world applications.

The resource is ideal for AS-Level students and teachers aiming to improve understanding of records, pseudocode, and structured programming in an engaging and practical format.