Sofiya Shiksa

Media Developer

Course layout

Weeks Weekly Lecture Topics

Week 1 Introduction to Computer : Functional Block Diagram

Computer : History and Development

Evolution of Computer

An Introduction to Computer

Week 2 Overview of Computer : Input Devices, Part-1

Overview of Computer : Input Devices, Part-2

Overview of Computer : Input Devices, Pat-3

Overview of Computer : Output Devices, Part-1

Week 3 Overview of Computer : Output Devices, Part-2

Computer : Audio Input and Output Devices

Computer : An Introduction to Storage Device

Permanent Storage Devices - An Overview of Computer

An Overview of Computer Memory

Computer : Memory Management

Week 4 Computer : Working of CPU

Computer : Working of 8088 CPU

Evolution and Development of Microprocessors, Part-1

Evolution and Development of Microprocessors, Part-2

Cooling Mechanism of Computer Components

Computer : Components of Motherboard

Computer : Cabinet, Power Supply &UPS

Week 5 Micro-Programming, Part-1

Micro-Programming, Part-2

Central Processing Unit : Interrupt, Part-1

Central Processing Unit : Interrupt, Part-2

Device Driver, Part- 1

Device Driver, Part- 2

Week 6 Internet : An Introduction

An Introduction to Computer - Networking

Multimedia, Basic Elements

Multimedia System

Overview of Computer Hardware & Software

Week 7 Operating System Softwares

Computer Softwares - Application Software

An Introduction to Computer - Operating System

Operating System : Utility Software Tools

Disk Operating System, Part-1

Week 8 Disk Operating System, Part-2

Disk Operating System, Part-3

Flow Charts & Programs

Basics of Linker & Loader

Assembly Language & Assembler

Introduction to Compilers

Debugger Software

Computer Software : Editor Part 1

Week 9 Computer Software :Editor Part 2

Simulator

Emulator

Programming Languages

Control Panel Settings

Week 10 Instruction Set of 8086/8088 Microprocessor Part 1

Instruction Set of 8086/8088 Microprocessor Part 2

Instruction Set of 8086/8088 Microprocessor Part 3

Instruction Set of 8086/8088 Microprocessor Part 4

Instruction Set of 8086/8088 Microprocessor Part 5

Week 11 Keyboard Controller

Interrupt & DMA Controller

Clock Generator & Bus Controller

Math Co-processor

Hard Disk Drive and Controller

Week 12 Display Controller

Serial Interface Part-1

Serial Interface, Part-2

Parallel Interface & Printer Port

Universal Serial Bus (USB)

Books and references

• Tanenbaum A.S.: Structured Computer Organization, EEE, Prentice hall India, 5th Edition.

• Stallings W.: Computer Organization & Architecture, Prentice hall India, 5th Edition.

• Rajaraman V.: Fundamentals of Computers, EEE, Prentice Hall India.

• Kamra A. and Bhambri P (2008): Computer Peripherals and Interfaces, Technical Publication, Pune.

• “IBM PC and Clones- hardware Troubleshooting & Maintenance”, B. Govindrajalu, Tata McGraw Hill.

• “The Complete PC Upgrade and Maintenance Guide”, 16th edition, Mark Minasi, Wiley India.

• “Hardware Bible, Premier Edition”, Winn L Rosch, Techmedia.

Prof. Sanjay Tanwani, Professor & Head, School of Computer Science& Information Technology, Devi Ahilya Vishvavidyalaya, Indore, has experience of 29 years in teaching, research and programing. He also worked in industry, done consultancy & development work for package based software like 'Thermal Simulation of buildings' and contributed in the development of various softwares, like examination system, payroll system, and entrance examinations for the Devi Ahilya Vishvavidyalaya, Indore.