BCA-I (Computer Fundaments) Theory:- TFS:(1:55-2:45)
BCA - 102
COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS
Max Marks:
80 Min Marks: 27
NOTE: The Question Paper setter is
advised to prepare unit-wise question with the provision of internal
choice. Only Simple calculator is
allowed not scientific calculator.
UNIT - I
Introduction to Computers
Computer
system:
characteristics and capabilities. Computer Hardware and Software: Block Diagram
of a Computer, Different Data Processing: Data, Data Processing System, Storing
Data, Processing Data. Types of Computers: Analogue, Digital, Hybrid, General
and Special Purpose Computers. Generation of Computers. Computer Systems:
Micros, Minis & Main-frames. Limitations of Micro Computer. Number
systems: Decimal Number system, Binary number system, Octal &
Hexadecimal number system, 1's&2's complement Codes: ASCII, EBCDI
Codes, Gray code & BCD. Logic Gates: AND, OR, NOT GATES and their
Truth tables, NOR, NAND & XOR gates
UNIT - II
Computer Peripherals
Introduction
to Input Devices:
Categorizing Input Hardware, Keyboard, Direct Entry – Card Readers, Scanning
Devices – O.M.R., Character Readers, Thumb Scanner, MICR, Smart Cards, Voice
Input Devices, Pointing Devices – Mouse,
Light Pen, Touch Screen. Computer
Output: Output Fundamentals, Hardcopy Output Devices, Impact Printers,
Non-Impact Printers, Plotters, Computer output Microfilm/Microfiche (COM)
systems, Softcopy Output Devices, Cathode Ray Tube, Flat Screen Technologies,
Projectors, Speakers.
UNIT - III
Basic Components & Storage
Central
Processing Unit: The
Microprocessor, control unit, A.L.U., Registers, Buses, Main Memory, Main
Memory (RAM) for microcomputers, Read Only Memory(ROM). Storage Devices: Storage Fundamentals, Primary and Secondary
Storage, Data Storage and Retrieval Methods – Sequential, Direct & Indexed
Sequential, Tape Storage and Retrieval Methods Tape storage Devices,
characteristics and limitations, Direct access Storage and Microcomputers -
Hard Disks, Disk Cartridges, Direct Access Storage Devices for large Computer
systems, Mass storage systems and Optical Disks, CD ROM.
UNIT - IV
Computer Software & Languages
System
Software:
System software Vs. Application Software, Types of System Software,
Introduction and Types of Operating Systems. Boot Loader, Diagnostic Programs,
BIOS, Utility Programs. Application
Software: Microcomputer Software, Interacting with the System, Trends in PC
software, Types of Application Software, Difference between Program and
Packages. Computer Languages: Definition, Generations of computer
languages, Types of Languages, Language Processors: Assembler, Interpreter,
Compiler, Linker and Loader. Programming constructs, Algorithm & flowchart.
UNIT - V
Introduction to MS DOS & Windows
Introduction
to DOS:
History and versions of DOS. Fundamentals of DOS: Physical Structure of the Disk, Compatibility
of drives, Disks & DOS versions, Preparing Disks for use, Device Names.
Getting Started with DOS: Booting Process (DOS, Windows, Unix), System Files
and Command.com, Internal DOS Files & Directories, Elementary External DOS
Commands, Creating a Batch Files, Additional Commands.
Microsoft
Windows:
Operating system-Definition &functions, basics of Windows. Basic components
of windows, icons, types of icons, taskbar, activating windows, using desktop,
title bar, running applications, exploring computer, managing files and
folders, copying and moving files and folders. Control panel–display
properties, adding and removing software and hardware, setting date and time,
screen saver and appearance. Using
windows accessories.
TEXT BOOKS:
2. Introduction to Information Technology, V. Rajaraman, PHI, Second Edition.
3. Fundamental of Information Technology, ChetanShrivastava, Kalyani Publishers.
4. Computers Today, Suresh K Basandra, Galgotia Publications.
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