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Fundamentals of Information Technology

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ABOUT THE COURSE:The course “Fundamentals of IT" provides essential concepts and principles in Information Technology (IT), covering theory and practical applications. Students would gain knowledge across key areas like IT components, computer systems, networks, information systems, software development, ethics, emerging technologies like cloud computing, Al, cybersecurity and their applications. It has been designed for both UG & PG level students. The aim is to prepare them for advanced studies or careers in IT-related fields with a foundational understanding of industry trends and terminology.INTENDED AUDIENCE: UG, PG, Vocational Course (VOC), Skill Enhancement Course (SEC)

Syllabus

Week 1:

Introduction to Computer and IT
History and Evolution of the Computer
Computer Program, Software, Hardware and Firmware
Operating Systems and their Types
Computer Memory and Classifications

Week 2:

Data Representations and Processing
Programming Languages
Software utilities and User Interface
Important Software packages (OSS and CSS)
Spreadsheet and Data Visualization

Week 3:

Computer Networks, Applications and Troubleshooting
Protocols (TCP/IP, FTP, SMTP), WWW, DNS and Internet concepts
Transmission media and Networking Devices
Method of Connecting to the Internet

Week 4:

Internet Addressing
IPV4 and IPV6
Internet Protocols (HTTP, HTTPS, SSH etc.)
Internet Service Provider (ISP)

Week 5:

Instant Messaging and Collaboration Tools
Social Networking
Concept of Blog, Vlog and Post
Network Troubleshooting

Week 6:

Computer Maintenance and Security
Device Drivers and Antivirus
Disk Cleanup Utilities
Computer Diagnostics Programs (DxDiag)
Fragmentation and Compaction

Week 7:

Cyber Security and Attacks
Various Security Threats
Virus and Malwares
Concept of Cyber Hygiene
Cyber Bullying and Netiquettes
PC, Mobile and other PDA's Security

Week 8:

Online Educational E-Resources (OER)
Spoken Tutorials
Virtual Labs
Recent Trends in IT

Taught by

Prof. Aasim Zafar, Prof. Arman Rasool Faridi

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