Introduction To Computers

1. Understand the historical evolution of computers
2. Identify and describe the functions of computer hardware components
3. Classify and differentiate between various types of software
4. Apply basic programming principles to solve problems
5. Develop simple applications using Visual Basic
6. Recognize and prevent computer security threats

13 weeks, about 58 hours in total. Yours will differ.

1. Week 1Module 1: Understanding the Computer

   • Unit 1: Basic Concepts · 4 hours

     Define computer, data, and information.. Explain manual, mechanical, and computer methods of data processing.. Identify characteristics of a computer system..

   • Unit 2: Historical Overview of the Computer · 3 hours

     Describe the evolution of computers from early devices to modern systems.. Outline the key features of each computer generation..

2. Week 2Module 1: Understanding the Computer

   • Unit 3: Classification of Computers · 4 hours

     Classify computers based on size, signal type, and purpose.. Differentiate between digital, analog, and hybrid computers.. Identify different types of microcomputers..

3. Week 3Module 2: Computer Hardware

   • Unit 1: Hardware Components (1) · 4 hours

     Identify components of the system unit.. Explain the functions of front and back panel components.. Describe the role of motherboard, CPU, and memory..

4. Week 4Module 2: Computer Hardware

   • Unit 2: Hardware Components (2) – Peripheral Devices · 4 hours

     Identify input and output devices.. Explain the functions of keyboard, mouse, printer, and monitor.. Describe different types of printers and scanners..

5. Week 5Module 2: Computer Hardware

   • Unit 3: Auxiliary Equipment · 3 hours

     Identify auxiliary equipment such as air conditioners, voltage stabilizers, and UPS.. Explain the importance of each auxiliary equipment in a computing environment..

6. Week 6Module 3: Computer Software

   • Unit 1: Computer Software (1) · 4 hours

     Define computer software and its classification.. Explain the role of operating systems.. Describe different types of operating systems..

7. Week 7Module 3: Computer Software

   • Unit 2: Computer Software (2) · 4 hours

     Explain the functions of language translators.. Describe different categories of utility programs and application programs..

8. Week 8Module 4: Programming the Computer

   • Unit 1: Computer Languages · 4 hours

     Provide an overview of computer programming languages.. Explain the evolutionary trends of computer programming languages.. Differentiate between machine, assembly, and high-level languages..

9. Week 9Module 4: Programming the Computer

   • Unit 2: Basic Principles of Computer Programming · 4 hours

     State the principles of good programming.. Explain the stages involved in writing computer programs.. Describe problem-solving methodologies..

10. Week 10Module 4: Programming the Computer

    • Unit 3: Flowcharts and Algorithms · 4 hours

      Explain the principles of good programming ethics through flowcharting and algorithms.. Use flowchart symbols to represent program logic.. Develop algorithms for solving simple problems..

11. Week 11Module 5: Computer Application Programming

    • Unit 1: Programming in Visual Basic (1) · 4 hours

      Work with graphical objects and general Visual Basic programming concepts.. Design a project from the application wizard.. Use the toolbox to add controls to a form..

12. Week 12Module 5: Computer Application Programming

    • Unit 2: Visual Basic Project Window · 4 hours

      Demonstrate mastery of the Visual Basic programming environment.. Use the Project window to manage application components.. Use the Properties window to modify control properties..

    • Unit 3: Creating Menu Applications · 4 hours

      Identify the steps involved in creating Visual Basic applications with menus.. Use the Menu Editor to create menu bars and pull-down menus..

13. Week 13Module 5: Computer Application Programming

    • Unit 4: Analysing Visual Basic Data · 4 hours

      Operate in the code window.. Declare data and use variables of different data types.. Use operators to perform calculations and logical operations..