Course Title: Introduction to Information Technology
Course No. : ICT Ed
415 Nature of Course: Theoretical + Practical
Level: B.Ed. Credit
Hours: 3 (2T+1P)
Semester: First Teaching Hours:
80 (32T+48P)
1.
Course Description
This course aims to provide the students with the foundation
knowledge of contemporary Information Technology
areas, software, applications and job skills required to enter the IT market.
It covers a broad range of
introduction of Information Technology concepts, operating system, and office
automation tools such as word
processor, spreadsheet, database and presentation. It also covers the
telecommunication and computer
network, internet, email,
web and ethical issues in information
technology.
2.
Course Objectives
Following are the general
objective of this course:
·
To familiarize the students
with computer and its applications in the relevant
fields
·
To enhance the skill of
students in Information Communication and Technology (ICT) uses and operating system
·
To make the students
competent in office
automation system application.
·
To enable the students to use Internet and www
·
To make the students
knowledgeable about telecommunication industries.
·
To make the students able
to use computer system in a safe and secure way
3.
Specific Objectives and Contents
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Specific Objectives |
Contents |
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· State scope and
importance of IT · Differentiate a system from computer system in terms of characteristics, capabilities and limitations · Identify the types of computers
and memory devices used in
different generation · Illustrate configurations and
specifications of PCs · State computer system
architecture · Identify basic components of a
computer system · Distinguish between primary and
secondary memories along the dimension of speed, cost
and capacity. |
Unit 1 : Fundamentals of Computer (12) 1.1
Scope of IT and its importance 1.2 Computer system concepts, characteristics, capabilities and limitations 1.3
Generations of computers 1.4
Types of computers 1.5
Personal computer (PCs) 1.5.1
Configurations of PCs 1.5.2
PCs specifications. 1.6
Computer system architecture 1.7
Basic components of a computer system 1.7.1
Input devices 1.7.2
Output devices 1.7.3
CPU and its components 1.7.4
Memory: RAM,
ROM, EPROM, PROM 1.7.5
Secondary storage device Lab Work ·
Demonstration of PC components ·
Prepared specification of PC system |
|
· Explain concept of software along with its need · Differentiate main categories of
computer software. |
Unit 2 : Computer Software and
Classification (8) 2.1
Software and
its need 2.2
Types of software 2.3.1
System Software ·
System, Utility
Program |
|
· Explore the importance of programming languages in software development. · Analyze the trends of new software and mobile computing. · List all the major operating system · Illustrate file allocation table · Describe window operating system · Perform the window based operating system |
·
Programming languages ·
Assemblers ·
Compilers ·
Interpreter 2.3.2 Application Software 2.3
Programming languages machine, assembly, high Level, 4GL 2.4
Trends in software 2.5 Introduction to Disk Operating System: internal and external commands 2.6
File Allocation Table
(FAT & FAT 32) 2.7
Introduction to Window Operating System 2.7.1
GUI environments 2.7.2
Working with
Files & Folders 2.7.3
Working with windows application programs 2.7.4
Customizing the taskbar and desktops 2.7.5
Customizing windows 2.7.6
Use of accessories. 2.7.7
Working with control panel 2.8
Mobile Computing Lab work ·
Performing 2.7 activities using
window based operating system ·
Demonstration of the
mobile operating system |
|
· Execute word processor by identifying basic word processing tools · Identify special features commonly found in modern word processor such as editing, formatting, mail merging etc. · Execute some financial tools such as spreadsheet. · Differentiate the terms worksheet and spreadsheet. · List the types of data analysis tools commonly found in spreadsheet and describe their
uses. · Execute presentation program. · Create and format
slides. · Design and animate
the slide |
Unit 3: Office
Automation Software (20) 3.1
Word processor 3.1.1
Characteristics of word processor 3.1.2
Creating and
formatting documents 3.1.3
Managing page numbers, header and footer 3.1.4
Proofing a document 3.1.5
Inserting citation in APA and table
of contents 3.1.6
Inserting objects
from other applications 3.1.7
Mail merge 3.1.8
Printing documents 3.2 Spreadsheet Application 3.2.1
Characteristics of Spreadsheet 3.2.2
Creating, formatting and printing worksheets. 3.2.3
Financial and statistical Functions in Excel 3.2.4
Creating, formatting and printing graphs 3.3 Presentation Application 3.3.1
Characteristics of presentation 3.3.2
Creating and save presentations 3.3.3
Applying template 3.3.4
Design slides. 3.3.5
Animation on slide 3.3.6
Inserting hyperlink, slide number, date and time 3.3.7
Slide Transactions 3.3.8
Master Slides 3.3.9
Slides printing Lab Work · Performing the word
processing activities using
office |
|
|
automation software like MS Word ·
Performing the spread sheet
activities using Office automation software like MS Excel · Performing the presentation activities using Office automation software like MS Power Point |
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· Clarify number system in computing. · Give examples to illustrate number system and
conversion · Calculate in binary |
Unit 4:
Number System and Their Conversion (4) 4.1
Introduction of Number
System 4.2
Decimal, Binary, Octal,
Hexadecimal Number System and Conversion 4.2 Calculation in Binary – addition, subtraction |
|
· Describe computer network and its
types · Identify topologies commonly used in networks. · Describe communication channels and types of network connections · Illustrate different network components. · Explain the importance of telecommunication systems in Nepal ·
State internet services and convergence of technologies. |
UNIT 5: Telecommunication and Computer Network
(8) 5.1
Introduction of computer network 5.2
Types of network - LAN, WAN,
MAN 5.3 Topologies of LAN
- Ring, Bus,
Star, Mesh and Tree topologies 5.4
Communication Channels - Twisted, Coaxial, and Fiber Optic 5.5 Components of LAN - Media,
NIC, Bridges, HUB,
Routers, Repeater and Gateways. 5.6
Introduction to telecommunication. 5.7
Telecommunication systems
in Nepal. 5.8
Internet services and convergence of technologies. |
|
· Explain database and its
types · Illustrate database management system and its applications · List out the
DBMS software · Create a data base with table, relationships,
queries, form, report and macro. |
UNIT 6 : Database Management System (14) 6.1
Introduction to database 6.2
Types of database 6.3
Database Management System (DBMS) 6.4
Application of DBMS Lab Work ·
Creating database using DBMS software like MS Access ·
Creating tables
with its properties ·
Creating relation between two or more tables ·
Creating form ·
Creating queries ·
Creating reports ·
Creating macro |
|
· Explain evolution of internet and world wide web · Distinguish between internet, intranet and extranet · Demonstrate the use of web
technology · Describe social media and e-mail
services · Explain cloud, green and virtual
computing · State different e-Services · Surf web sites, use search engine, create e-mail and use social media |
Unit 7 : Internet
Web and Emerging Technology (10) 7.1
Internet and Its Evolution 7.2
World Wide Web 7.3
Internet, Intranets and Extranet 7.4
Search Engine and Web
Browser 7.5
Social Media 7.6
e-Mail Services 7.7
Web 2.0 7.8
Cloud Computing 7.9
Green Computing 7.10
Virtual Computing 7.11
e-Services 7.11.1
e-Commerce 7.11.2
e-learning 7.11.3
e-Health 7.11.4
e-Government |
|
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7.11.5 e-Library Lab work · Surfing web sites · Using Search engine · Creating Email · Using social media |
|
· Define computer virus
and threats · Explain the ways of protecting computer virus · Identify the security and ethical issues
in IT. · State computer crime · Define privacy and intellectual property ·
Install antivirus and scan computer
system |
UNIT 8 : Security and Ethical
Challenges (4) 8.1
Computer Virus
and threats 8.2
Protection from computer virus 8.3
Security and
Ethical issues in Information Technology 8.4
Computer crime 8.5
Piracy issues and intellectual property Lab Work · Installing antivirus and
scan computer system |
Note: The figures in the parentheses indicate the approximate teaching hours for the respective units.
4.
Instructional Techniques
The instructional techniques for this course are divided
into two groups. First group consists
of general instructional techniques
applicable to most of the units. The second group consists of specific instructional techniques applicable to particular units.
4.1 General Instructional Techniques
Reading materials will be provided to students in each unit. Lecture
preferably with the use of multi- media projector, demonstration, practical
classes, discussion, and brain storming
are used in all
units.
4.2
Specific Instructional Techniques
Demonstration is an essential instructional technique for all units in this course during teaching-learning process. Specifically, demonstration with practical works
will be
specific instructional technique in this course. The details of suggested instructional techniques are presented below:
|
Units |
Activities |
|
Unit 2: For Window Operating System |
· Demonstration by the teacher on different types
of operation system
(Working with files
& folders, working
with windows application programs, customizing the taskbar and desktops, customizing
windows, use of accessories and
working with control panel) ·
Individual lab work of those operation system
by each student · Monitoring of students' work by reaching each student and
providing feedback for improvement ·
Presentation by students followed by peers' comments and teacher's feedback |
|
Unit 3: For Word
Processing |
· Demonstration by the
teacher on word
processing -
Formatting text -
editing document -
tab setting, -
paragraph alignment |
|
|
-
inserting table
and objects -
managing table
of contents, page setup, proof reading the document ·
Lab work in pairs
in a task assigned by the teacher
using word processing ·
Monitoring of students' work
by reaching each pair and
providing feedback for improvement · Presentation by students followed by peers'
comments and teacher's feedback |
|
Unit 3: For
Spread Sheet |
Spread Sheet ·
Demonstration by the teacher on spread sheet -
Naming cell and cell range, use of formula
and different types
of functions -
Inserting chart and objects -
Renaming worksheet and workbook -
Handling cell formatting such as alignment, numbers, currency, font
colour, merger and centre -
Applying autofill features to customise tasks -
Design a bill of supermarket, mark sheet of school
and college, mark ledger book, line graph, column chart,
pie chart, 3D view chart
using title, Axis,
Gridlines, Legend, Data level
and data table -
Develop different types of tables -
Use different types of functions, Formulas and subtotals. -
Use colours, Font, Currency, Subtotal, Sort, Auto filter, etc. ·
Lab work in pairs
in different tasks
assigned by the
teacher ·
Monitoring of students' work by reaching each pair and providing feedback for improvement · Presentation by students
followed by peers'
comments and teacher's feedback |
|
Unit 3: For Presentation Package |
· Demonstration by the teacher on presentation package -
Create different types of presentation slides -
Apply a design temples -
Use formatting, Alignments, Bullet,
Insert picture, Organization charts, Word Art, Diagram Gallery display box, 3-D style,
Rotating objected. Create/types of charts and Data sheet.
Chart with title, Axis,
Gridlines, Legend, Data labels and data table -
Insert the different types of custom animation and movie. -
Create different type of
slides to use in the teaching and learning
process ·
Individual lab work of those operation system
by each student · Monitoring of students' work by reaching each student and
providing feedback for improvement ·
Presentation by students followed by peers' comments and teacher's feedback |
|
Unit 6: For Data Management System |
·
Demonstration by the teacher about creating and maintaining the database using
MS-Access. ·
Pair works to design
a database using
DDL and DML
commands for creating Students and staffs profile, Telephone Directory Etc. · Monitoring of students' work by reaching each pair and
assist them to complete the assignment |
|
|
· Presentation by students followed by peers'
comments and teacher's feedback |
|
Unit 7: For E-Mail |
·
Demonstration by the teacher on -
creating a mailing list
for communicating students or teachers -
using e-mail to search
to download and to send;
to receive, to attach file
and to send copies
of e-mail documents. ·
Individual lab work of those operation system
by each student ·
Monitoring of students' work
by reaching each
student and providing feedback for improvement · Presentation by students followed by peers'
comments and teacher's feedback |
|
Unit 7: For Internet |
· Demonstration by the teacher on searching the web site,
downloading the file, uploading the files, and
creating a block ·
Individual lab work of those operation system
by each student ·
Monitoring of students' work
by reaching each
student and providing feedback for improvement · Presentation by students followed by peers'
comments and teacher's feedback |
5.
Evaluation
Evaluation of
students' performance is divided into parts: Internal assessment and internal
and external practical examination and theoretical examinations. The distribution of points is given below:
|
Internal Assessment |
External Practical Exam/Viva |
Semester Examination (Theoretical exam) |
Total Points |
|
40 Points |
20 Points |
40 Points |
100 Points |
Note: Students must pass separately in internal assessment, external practical exam and semester
examination.
5.1
Internal Assessment (40 Points)
Internal assessment will be
conducted by subject
teacher based on following criteria:
1)
Class Attendance 5 points
2)
Learning activities and class performance 5 points
3)
First assignment ( written
assignment) 10 points
4)
Second assignment (Case Study/project work with presentation ) 10 points
5)
Terminal Examination 10 Points
Total 40 points
5.2
Examination Division, Dean office will conduct final examination at the end
of semester. Objective question (Multiple choice questions 10 x
1 point) 10 Points
Short answer questions (6 questions x 5
marks) 30 Points
Total 40 points
Semester Examination (40 Points)
|
5.3
Practical Exam/Viva (20 Points)
Examination
Division, Dean Office will conduct final practical examination at the end of semester.
Practical record book,
practical written test, demonstration of practical activities and viva are
assessment indicators.
6.
Recommended Books and References materials (including relevant
published articles in national
and international journals)
Recommended Books:
Alexis Leon &
Mathews Leon (2009).
Fundamentals of Information Technology, 2/e. New Delhi. Vikas Publishing House (unit 1-5)
Turban, R. R.
(2014). Introduction To Infromation
Technology. John Wiley and Sons (Asia) Pvt. Ltd. (For unit 6 to unit 8)
References materials:
Sinha, P. K., & Sinha, P. (2007). Computer fundamentals:
concepts, systems & applications. New Delhi:
BPB Publications.
Norton, P. (2006).
Peter Norton's computing fundamentals. Boston, Mass: McGraw-Hill Technology Education.
Morley, D. &. (2013).
Understanding Computers Today and Tomorrow.
Cangage Learning.
V. Rajaraman,
Neeharika Adabala (2014).Fundamentals of Computers 6th Edition. New Delhi: PHI
Cox, J.,
Lambert, J., & Frye, C. (2011). Microsoft
Office Professional 2010 step by step. Redmond, Wash:
Microsoft.
Melton, B. (Ed.). (2013). Microsoft
Office Professional 2013. Sebastopol, Calif: O’Reilly Media. Melton, Beth, Dodge,
Mark,(2013),Microsoft Office Home and Student 2013 Step By Step, PHI India.
Patrice-Anne Rutledge(2014),Office 2013 All-In-One Absolute
Beginner's Guide ISBN:9789332539372 , Pearson India
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