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INTRODUCTION TO ICT
The course will enable the students to
1. To acquaint the students with the basic concepts of Information and Communication Technology.
2. To possess technological literacy
3. To learn the concepts related to IPR.
Course Outcomes (COs):
Course Outcome (at course level) | Learning and teaching strategies | Assessment Strategies |
|---|---|---|
The students will: CO1. Distinguish the basic elements of a computer system and their interrelationships. CO2. Solve problems on Number System and compare data representation techniques CO3. Characterize concepts related to Data Communication and Internet CO4. Comprehend the basics of E- Commerce and Cloud Computing CO5. Critically analyze the need of Computer Security, Cyber Laws and IPR in daily life. | Approach in teaching: Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignments, Demonstration,
Learning activities for the students: Self learning assignments, Effective questions, Simulation, Seminar presentation, Giving tasks. | Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Assignments, Presentation. |
Data and Information, Type of Data, Information System, Computer Based Information System. History and Generations of Computer, Type of Computers, Block Diagram of a Computer, Description of Different Parts of a Computer System.
Data Representation: Number Systems (Binary, Octal, Decimal, Hexadecimal), Computer Arithmetic, ‘+’, ‘–’, ‘*’, ‘/’. Signed and Unsigned Number Representation in Binary Form, Code: BCD, ASCII, Extended Binary Coded Decimal Interchange Code, Excess-3, Gray Code.
Types of Software: System Software, Application Software, Proprietary Software, Freeware Software, Public Domain Software, Open Source Software, Simulation Software, and Mobile Applications. Introduction to Text Editors, Word Processors, Spreadsheets, Presentation and Database Software.
Definition of Computer Network, Type of Networks: Local Area Networks (LAN), Metropolitan Area Networks (MAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN). Network Topologies: Bus, Tree, Star, Mesh, Hybrid. Ethernet, Bluetooth, Mobile Networking. Difference between Intranet and Internet. Types of transmission media. Introduction to WWW, HTML, Web Page and its elements, hyperlinks, Web Applications, Web Browsers, Web Browser Helper Applications, Web Servers. Internet Services: Web Site, Web Portals, Blogs, Search Engines, Newsgroup, Email. Social Media Websites: Pros and Cons. Content Management System: need and its types. Data Warehouse: introduction and its significance.
Introduction to E-Commerce Models and M-Commerce, E-Learning, E-Governance, E-Banking and M-Banking, E-Business Model – E-Marketing, E-Locker, Digital Signature, Modes of Online Payment and Security Options.
Introduction to Cloud Computing: - Concept, Cloud Types-IAAS, SAAS, PAAS, Services and Applications, Introduction to Cloud Services like Google Drive.
Computer Security: Introduction to Computer Viruses, Malicious Software, Antivirus, Anti- Spyware Software, Firewall, Browser Hijack, Hacking.
Introduction to Creative Commons License and its types.
Cyber Laws: Introduction to Cyber Laws, Cyber Crime, Cyber Contract, Cyber Privacy, Introduction to IT Act Clause 66.
Introduction and History of Intellectual Property Right (IPR):
Concept and Kinds. Economic Importance. IPR in India and World: TRIPS, WIPO.
Copyrights: Introduction, Works protected under copyright law, Rights, Transfer of Copyright, Infringement and Remedies.
Patents: Objectives, Rights, Patent Act 1970 and its Amendments. Patentability, Non Patentable Subjects, Procedure of Obtaining Patents, Working of Patents. Infringement and Remedies.
Computer Software and Intellectual Property, Database and Data Protection, Protection of Semi- Conductor Chips, Domain Name Protection.
ESSENTIAL READINGS:
1. Norton Peter, “Introduction to Computers”, 7th Edition. TMH, 2017.
2. P. K. Sinha & Priti Sinha, “Computer Fundamentals”, 6th Edition, BPB Publications, 2017.
3. M.L.Young , “Internet Complete Reference”, 2nd Edition”, TMH Publishing Co. Ltd, 2002.
Suggested READINGS:
1. J. Simon, “Excel Data Analysis: Your Visual Blueprint for Creating and Analyzing Data, Charts and PivotTables”, Wiley, 3rd Edition 2011.
2. Cloud Computing: Concepts, Technology & Architecture,” Pearson Education India; 1st edition ,1 January 2014.
3. V. Rajaraman, “Fundamentals of Computers”, 6th Edition, Prentice Hall India Pvt. Limited, 2015.
4. Bob Boiko,” Content Management Bible (2nd Edition)”, 2nd Edition , Wiley; November 26, 2004.
5. Bing Liu,” Web Data Mining”, 2nd Edition, Springer, July 2011.
JOURNALS:
1. https://journal-bcs.springeropen.com/
2. https://jisajournal.springeropen.com/
3. https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/thinking-skills-and-creativity
E-RESOURCES:
1. https://www.javatpoint.com/computer
2. https://www.tutorialspoint.com/basics_of_computers/basics_of_computers_introduction.htm
3. https://www.excel-easy.com/
4. http://www.raymundoconnor.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/lo1_word_processing_uses_and_features.pdf
5. https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/analyze-data-in-excel-3223aab8-f543-4fda-85ed-76bb0295ffc4
6. https://www.ibm.com/in-en/cloud/learn/cloud-computing#toc-types-of-c-WQ3XpXcs
7. https://www.javatpoint.com/computer-network-tutorial
8. https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/basics-computer-networking/
9. https://www.simplilearn.com/what-is-computer-security-article
10. https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/cyber-law-it-law-in-india/
11. https://www.infosecawareness.in/cyber-laws-of-india
12. https://www.techtarget.com/searchcio/definition/e-business
