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)
Overview
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
- Data Representations and Processing
- Programming Languages
- Software utilities and User Interface
- Important Software packages (OSS and CSS)
- Spreadsheet and Data Visualization
- 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
- Internet Addressing
- IPV4 and IPV6
- Internet Protocols (HTTP, HTTPS, SSH etc.)
- Internet Service Provider (ISP)
- Instant Messaging and Collaboration Tools
- Social Networking
- Concept of Blog, Vlog and Post
- Network Troubleshooting
- Computer Maintenance and Security
- Device Drivers and Antivirus
- Disk Cleanup Utilities
- Computer Diagnostics Programs (DxDiag)
- Fragmentation and Compaction
- 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
- Online Educational E-Resources (OER)
- Spoken Tutorials
- Virtual Labs
- Recent Trends in IT
Taught by
Prof. Aasim Zafar, Prof. Arman Rasool Faridi
