COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING FUNDAMENTAL OF COMPUTER AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
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| UP Polytechnic/Diploma In Computer Science And Engineering Fundamental Of Computer And Information Technology (FCIT) Syllabus 2023 - 24 - EdufyHUB 4U |
RATIONALE
The diploma holders in Computer Engineering needs to understand computer fundamentalsand information technology. They should be able to operate basic software related to computer. Hence this subject is introduced in the curriculum.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
After undergoing the subject, the students will be able to:- Understand a computer system that has hardware and software components, which controls and makes them useful.
- Understand the operating system as the interface to the computer system.
- Outline various applications of IT.
- Differentiate between assembly and High-Level Language.
- Identify various web browsers.
- Use the Internet to send mail and surf the World Wide Web.
DETAILED CONTENTS
1. Fundamentals Of Computer
(12 Periods)
- Historical Evolution Of Computers
- Generations Of Computers
- Classification Of Computers - Based On Size, processor
- Usefulness Of Computers
- Applications Of Computers
- Block Diagram Along Its Components And Characteristics
- Interaction Between The CPU, Memory Input/output Devices
- Function Of CPU And Major Functional Parts of CPU
- State The Relevance Of Speed And Word Length For CPU Performance
- Recognize The Current Family Of CPUs Used In Computers
- Types Of Memory- RAM ROM
- Monitor
- Mouse
- Keyboard
- Disk
- Joysticks
- Storage Devices
- Floppy Disk
- CD
- DVD
- Pen Drive
- Trackballs
- Printers - Types Of Printers
- Scanner
- Modem
- Video
- Sound Cards
- Speakers
2. Data Representation
(08 Periods)
- Definition of Information
- Difference Between Data And Information
- Importance Of Binary Number System
- Various Number Systems
- Conversion From Decimal To Binary
- Conversion From Binary To Decimal
- Conversion From Binary Number To Hexadecimal Number
- Hexadecimal Number Into Binary Number System
- Memory Addressing And Its Importance
- ASCII And EBCDIC Coding System
3. DOS & Windows Operating Systems
(10 Periods)
- Hardware And Software
- Types Of Softwares
- Introduction And Need Of Operating System
- Types Of Operating System
- DOS Operating System
- Types Of DOS Commands
- Operating System As A Resource Manager
- BIOS
- System Utilities - Editor, Loader, Linker, File Manager
- Concept Of GUI And CUI Standards
- Directories And Files
- Wild Cards
- Autoexec.bat, Config.sys
- Features Of Window Desktop
- Components Of Window
- Function Of Each Component Of Window
- Method Of Starting A Program Using The Start Button
- Understanding Maximize, Minimize, Restore Down And Close Buttons
- Uses Of Files And Folders
- Method Of Viewing The Contents Of Hard Disk Drive Using Explore Option
- Control Panel
- Disk Defragmentation
- Installation And Uninstallation Of Application Software
4. Fundamentals Of Internet
(12 Periods)
- Concepts of computer Network
- Client-Server Model
- Peer-to-Peer Model
- Networking Devices: Switch, Router, Hub, Bridge, Gateway
- Network Types: LAN, MAN, WAN
- Network Topology
- Internet, Intranet, Extranet
- Internet Service Providers (ISPs) And Their Relevance
- Role Of The Modem In Accessing The Internet
- Modem Installation Procedure Using Control Panel
- Purpose Of Web Browser Software
- URL, URI, URN
- World Wide Web (WWW)
- File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
- Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)
- Remote Desktop Connection (RDC)
- Telnet
- Process Of Sending and Receiving E-mail
- Transmission Modes
- IP Address Format and Its Importance
- MAC Address
- Domain Name System (DNS)
- Search Engines
- Social Network Sites
- Internet Security and Firewalls
- Cloud Computing and Its Services
LIST OF PRACTICALS
- Familiarization with Computer System and its peripheral devices
- Familiarization with Operating System
- Practice of internal and external commands of DOS
- Working practice on Windows Operating System:
- Creating files and folders
- Copying, moving, and deleting files and folders
- Installing and uninstalling new software using the control panel
- Installation and uninstallation of new hardware drivers using the control panel
- Disk defragmentation using system tools
- Procedure of disk partition and its operations (Shrinking, Extending, Delete, Format)
- Installation of Operating Systems
- Changing resolution, colour, appearances, and screensaver options of the display
- Changing System Date and Time
- User Account creation and its features on Windows Operating System
- Email Account creation, reading, writing, and sending emails with attachments
- Internet browsing using browsers
- Using Search Engines to get information from the internet
INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGY
Since this subject is practice oriented, the teacher should demonstrate the capabilities of computers to students while doing practical exercises. The students should be made familiar with computer parts, peripherals, connectors etc. and proficient in making use of operating system functionalities in addition to working on internet. The student should be made capable of working on computers independently.
MEANS OF ASSESSMENT
- Assignments And Quiz/class Tests
- Mid-term And End-term Written Tests
- Actual Laboratory And Practical Work, Exercises, And Viva-voce
- Software Installation, Operation, Development, And Viva-voce
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
- Fundamentals of Computer by E Balagurusamy, Tata McGraw Hill Education Pvt. Ltd, New Delhi
- Fundamentals of Computer by V Rajaraman; Prentice Hall of India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi
- Computer Fundamentals by RS Salaria; Khanna Book Publishing Co. (P) Ltd., New Delhi
- Computers Today by SK Basandara, Galgotia publication Pvt Ltd. Daryaganj, New Delhi.
- Computer Fundamentals and Programming in C by Reema Thareja; Oxford University Press, New Delhi
- Computer Fundamentals by PK Sinha; BPB Publication, New Delhi
- e-books/e-tools/relevant software as recommended by AICTE/UPBTE/NITTTR
Websites for Reference:
https://swayam.gov.in/
https://spoken-tutorial.orgs/
SUGGESTED DISTRIBUTION OF MARKS
| Topic No. | Time Alloted (Peroid) | Marks Allotted (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12 | 30 |
| 2 | 08 | 20 |
| 3 | 10 | 25 |
| 4 | 12 | 25 |
| Total | 42 | 100 |