Unit 1: Computer Fundamentals

Introduction to Computers

Characteristics and Applications of Computers

Basic Components of a Computer System

Input, Output, and Processing Cycle

Central Processing Unit (CPU): ALU and Control Unit

Primary and Secondary Memory

Storage Devices (HDD, SSD, Pen Drive, CD/DVD)

Unit 2: Operating System

Meaning of Operating System

Functions of Operating System

Types of Operating Systems

Windows / Linux Basics

File and Folder Management

System Utilities

Unit 3: Number System

Decimal Number System

Binary Number System

Conversion:

Decimal to Binary

Binary to Decimal

Simple Binary Arithmetic

Unit 4: Introduction to Programming (C / Python / School Prescribed Language)

Meaning of Programming

Problem Solving Techniques

Algorithm and Flowchart

Structure of a Program

Keywords and Identifiers

Variables and Constants

Data Types and Operators

Unit 5: Control Statements

Conditional Statements

IF

IF–ELSE

Nested IF

Looping Statements

FOR

WHILE

DO–WHILE

Practical Programming Examples

Unit 6: Functions and Basic Arrays

Concept of Functions

Types of Functions

Function Declaration and Calling

Introduction to Arrays (One-Dimensional)

Unit 7: Office Automation

Word Processing

Creating and Formatting Documents

Tables and Page Setup

Printing

Spreadsheets

Rows and Columns

Basic Formulas

Functions (SUM, AVG, MAX, MIN)

Charts

Presentation

Slide Creation

Animations and Transitions

Slide Show

Unit 8: Internet and Networking

Introduction to Internet

World Wide Web (WWW)

Web Browsers

Search Engines

Email Services

Basics of Computer Networking

Unit 9: Cyber Safety and Ethics

Safe Internet Usage

Cyber Crimes Awareness

Password Protection

Data Privacy

Digital Etiquette

Computer Ethics

Unit 10: Practical & Project Work

Program Writing

Debugging

Office Application Tasks

Mini Project

Documentation and Presentation