Course: Introduction to Computer Science
Unit 1: Foundations of Computer Science
- Overview: This unit provides a historical overview of computing, from early developments to modern systems. It covers the basic concepts of computer science, including hardware, software, and the significance of computational thinking in solving real-world problems.
- Unit 2: Programming Fundamentals
- Overview: Students will learn the fundamentals of programming, including variables, data types, control structures, and functions. The unit emphasizes problem-solving techniques and the design of algorithms to solve computational problems.
- Unit 3: Data Structures and Algorithms
- Overview: This unit introduces various data structures such as arrays, linked lists, stacks, and queues. Students will also learn about algorithm analysis, searching, and sorting algorithms, laying the foundation for efficient data manipulation and retrieval.
- Unit 4: Software Engineering Principles
- Overview: The unit focuses on the software development life cycle, testing, and quality assurance. It covers software design principles, UML diagrams, and the basics of object-oriented programming, essential for building robust and maintainable software systems.
- Unit 5: Computer Architecture
- Overview: Students will gain an understanding of computer architecture, including the components of a computer, memory, CPU, input/output devices, and storage. The unit also explores the von Neumann architecture and its relevance to modern computing systems.
- Unit 6: Operating Systems
- Overview: This unit delves into the fundamentals of operating systems, covering process management, memory allocation, and file systems. Students will also learn about concurrency, synchronization, and the prevention of deadlock in operating environments.
- Unit 7: Databases and SQL
- Overview: Students will be introduced to databases, the relational model, and SQL queries. The unit also covers database management systems, database design principles, and normalization to ensure efficient and organized data storage and retrieval.
- Unit 8: Web Development Basics
- Overview: This unit provides an introduction to web development, including HTML, CSS, client-server architecture, and web technologies. Students will learn about front-end and back-end development, web hosting, and the fundamentals of web security.
- Unit 9: Networking Fundamentals
- Overview: Students will explore the basics of networking, including protocols, the OSI model, TCP/IP, and network security. The unit also covers routing, switching, and network troubleshooting to provide a solid foundation in computer networking.
- Unit 10: Emerging Trends in Computer Science
- Overview: This unit focuses on the latest trends in computer science, such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things. Students will gain insights into big data, machine learning, and cybersecurity, preparing them for the future of the IT industry.