Computer Application(WBCHSE V)

  • Course Outline
  • 6 Months duration
  • 4 Sessions per month

Unit 1: Introduction to Computers

Meaning of Computer

Uses of Computer in Daily Life

Characteristics of Computer

Advantages and Limitations of Computer

Computer as an Electronic Machine

Unit 2: Parts of a Computer

Main Parts of a Computer System

Input Devices (Keyboard, Mouse, Scanner, Microphone)

Output Devices (Monitor, Printer, Speaker)

Introduction to CPU

Memory: Primary and Secondary (Basic Idea)

Unit 3: Operating System Basics

Meaning of Operating System

Functions of Operating System

Introduction to Windows / Linux

Desktop, Icons, Start Menu, Taskbar

Opening and Closing Programs

Proper Shutdown of Computer

Unit 4: File and Folder Management

Meaning of Files and Folders

Creating Files and Folders

Saving and Opening Files

Renaming and Deleting Files

Copying and Moving Files

Unit 5: Introduction to Programming Concepts

Meaning of Programming

Introduction to Algorithms

Flowcharts (Basic Symbols)

Introduction to Programming Language (Scratch / Python / School-Prescribed)

Unit 6: Basic Programming Elements

Variables and Constants

Simple Data Types

Input and Output Statements

Arithmetic Operations

Writing Simple Programs

Unit 7: Office Applications

Word Processing

Creating Documents

Editing and Formatting Text

Inserting Pictures and Tables

Saving and Printing Documents

Spreadsheets

Introduction to Worksheets

Rows and Columns

Basic Formulas (Addition, Subtraction, SUM)

Presentation

Creating Simple Slides

Adding Text and Pictures

Slide Show

Unit 8: Internet Basics

Introduction to Internet

Uses of Internet

Web Browsers

Search Engines

Introduction to Email

Safe Browsing Habits

Unit 9: Cyber Safety and Digital Ethics

Safe Use of Computer and Internet

Password Protection (Basic Idea)

Protecting Personal Information

Avoiding Online Threats

Digital Etiquette

Unit 10: Practical & Project Work

Basic Computer Practice

Typing Practice

Programming Activities

Office Application Practice

Mini Project

Viva and Documentation

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