Unit 1: Computer Fundamentals

Definition and Uses of Computers

Characteristics of Computers

Components of a Computer System

Input, Output, and Processing Cycle

Central Processing Unit (CPU): ALU and Control Unit

Primary and Secondary Memory

Storage Devices (Hard Disk, Pen Drive, CD/DVD, SSD)

Unit 2: Operating System

Meaning of Operating System

Functions of Operating System

Types of Operating Systems

Introduction to Windows / Linux

Desktop, Icons, Taskbar, Start Menu

File and Folder Management

Unit 3: Number System

Decimal Number System

Binary Number System

Conversion:

Decimal to Binary

Binary to Decimal

Simple Binary Calculations

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

Unit 5: Control Statements

Conditional Statements

IF

IF–ELSE

Nested IF

Looping Statements

FOR

WHILE

DO–WHILE

Simple Programming Examples

Unit 6: Input and Output Statements

Input Statements

Output Statements

Formatting Output

User Interaction

Practice Programs

Unit 7: Office Automation Tools

Word Processing

Creating and Formatting Documents

Tables

Page Setup

Printing

Spreadsheets

Rows and Columns

Basic Formulas

Functions (SUM, AVG, MAX, MIN)

Charts

Presentation

Creating Slides

Animations and Transitions

Slide Show

Unit 8: Internet and Networking

Introduction to Internet

World Wide Web (WWW)

Web Browsers and Search Engines

Email Services

Introduction to Computer Networks

Unit 9: Cyber Safety and Ethics

Safe Internet Usage

Cyber Crimes Awareness

Password Protection

Online Privacy and Security

Digital Etiquette

Computer Ethics

Unit 10: Practical & Project Work

Program Writing

Debugging

Office Application Practice

Mini Project

Project Documentation and Presentation