Lecture Zero

Orientation to Computing-I

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 WHY ORIENTATION TO COMPUTING ?

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 COURSE WEIGHTAGE & TEXTBOOKS
L-T-P: 2-0-0
[Two Lectures per week] – Credits: 02
[No Lab hours per week]

Course Assessment Model:

 Attendance : 20 M
 CA : 50 M
 ETT : 30 M
Total : 100 M

Reference Text Books (T):

1. COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS PRADEEP K. SINHA AND PRITI SINHA BPB
PUBLICATION, NEW DELHI
2. OPERATING SYSTEM CONCEPTS by ABRAHAM SILBERSCHATZ, PETER B.
GALVIN, GERGE GAGNE, WILEY
3. DATA COMMUNICATIONS AND NETWORKING WITH TCP IP PROTOCOL,
SUITE BEHROUZ A. FOROUZAN, MC GRAW HILL

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Course
Description
Outcome
CO 1 understand the various functional components and basic structure of a computer system

CO 2 explain operating system and its functions, directory hierarchy, kernel types and basic of computer languages

CO 3 describe Linux OS features, shell commands, virtual machine concepts and file management system

CO 4 analyze cohorts and pathways based on skillsets and explore MOOC platforms for professional growth

CO 5 understand network and its components, also identify security issues effectively

CO 6 utilize Git, GitHub, AI tools, and professional platforms to enhance technical skills with ethical digital practices

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 CONTENTS
❖ Unit I
Computer Systems: Computer System: Basic structure of a computer and its components, Memories and its types-
RAM, ROM, Secondary storage devices, SSD vs HDD, Processors and GPU, PC connection interface- USB, SATA,
HDMI, NFC, Bluetooth, Introduction to RAID and RAID levels.
❖ Unit II
Operating System: Operating Systems and its architecture, Types of Operating System, Functions of Operating
System, Directory Hierarchy, Bootloader, Kernel and types of Kernels.
Computer Languages: Machine language, Assembly language, High level language, Steps in development of a
program, Compilation and Execution, Compiler, Interpreter, Assembler.
❖ Unit III
Linux Operating System: Linux OS and its features, Shell commands - ls, cat, man, cd, touch, cp, mv, rmdir, mkdir, rm,
chmod, pwd, ps, kill, etc, Comparison of windows and Linux OS, Virtual Machine – introduction, VM software, creating
and managing VMs.
File system management: File system basics, Types of file systems- FAT, GFT, HFS, NDFS, UDF, Extended file
system.

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Unit IV
Cohorts and Skill Sets: Introduction to Cohorts, Purpose of Cohorts, Companies, Skills required and skill sources for
different Cohorts (Internal and External).
Types of Cohorts: Cloud Computing, Data Science, Machine Learning, Software development (Product and Service
based), Full Stack Web Development, Software Methodologies and Testing, Teaching and Research, Cyber Security
Cohorts.
Pathways: Introduction to Pathways, Purpose of Pathways, Job Roles for Different Pathways, Types of Pathways:
Product Based, Service Based, Government Jobs, Higher studies, Entrepreneurship.
MOOCs and Hackathons: Introduction to MOOCs and Hackathons, Types of MOOCs, Various MOOCs Platforms,
Benefits of MOOCs, Globally Recognized Hackathons and Competitions, MAANG Companies.
❖ Unit V
Computer Network and Communication: Introduction to Network and its types, Network topologies, Network
communication devices- Routers, Switches, Modems, Hubs, access point, Client Server model.

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Security Essentials: Basic security threats- Malwares and its types- Virus, Worm, Trojan horse, Spyware,
Ransomware, Phishing, Password cracking, Multi Factor authentication, User Account Types and Privileges- Admin,
User, Guest, Firewall basics.

 Unit VI
Version Control: Overview of Git and GitHub, install git and create a GitHub account, create a local git repository,
add a new file to the repository, Creating a commit, Creation of a new Branch Profile.
Modern AI Trends and Tools: Introduction to AI, Real life application of AI, Introduction to Generative AI and its
types, Generative AI tools– Text Generation Tools: ChatGPT, Gemini AI, Image Generation Tools, Video and
animation tools, Research Tools: Perplexity AI, NotebookLM, JenniAI, Prompt Engineering – Good vs poor prompt,
Ethical use of AI and AI tools.
Profile Creation: Figma, GitHub, Stack overflow, HackerRank, HackerEarth, GeeksforGeeks, Leetcode.

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 VISION & MISSION – SCHOOL
VISION:
To be a globally recognized school through excellence in teaching, learning, and research for creating Computer Science
professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs of the future contributing to society and industry for sustainable growth.

MISSION:
M1: To build computational skills through hands-on and practice-based learning with
measurable outcomes.
M2: To establish a strong connect with industry for in-demand technology driven
curriculum.
M3: To build the infrastructure for meaningful research around societal problems.
M4: To nurture future leaders through research-infused education and lifelong learning.
M5:To create smart and ethical professionals and entrepreneurs who are recognized
globally.

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 PROGRAM OUTCOMES

PO1: Engineering Knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization
to the solution of complex engineering problems.
PO2: Problem Analysis: Identity, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated.
conclusions using the first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
PO3: Design/Development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes
that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental
considerations.
PO4: Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments,
analysis, and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.
PO5: Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering.
PO6: The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural
issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice.

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PO7: Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental.
contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
PO8: Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice
PO9: Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary
settings.
PO10: Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at
large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and
receive clear instructions.
PO11: Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and
apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
PO12: Life-long learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the
broadest context of technological change.

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 PROGRAM SPECIFIC OUTCOMES

PSO1: Apply acquired skills in software engineering, networking, security, databases,

intelligent systems, cloud computing and operating systems to adapt and deploy
innovative software solutions for diverse applications.

PSO2: Apply diverse IT skills to design, develop, and evaluate innovative solutions
for business environments, considering risks, and utilizing interdisciplinary
knowledge for efficient real-time projects benefiting society

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 BLOOM’s TAXONOMY

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 WHAT are COHORT’s?

 A group of students of a common programme who intend to attain

similar characteristics by means of learning similar skills in order
to target a particular career opportunity.

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 COHORT’s PURPOSE

1. Student shall be able to have a goal-oriented approach to his/her career

2. Student identifies the goal in the very first year
3. Students shall be able to follow the stage-wise career progression.
4. Early identification of the skill set required for a selected goal.

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 COHORT OPTIONS

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 TEACHING METHODOLOGY
 Using Power Point Presentation
 Video: Playing video of 2-3 minutes
 Discussion using Real World Examples.
 Live Demonstration in the class of AI Tools and Platforms like: ChatGPT, Gemini,
PerplexityGit, GitHub etc.

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 EVALUATION CRITERIA

1. CA1: MCQ: It will be objective-type containing 30 MCQ questions of 1 mark each, which includes analytical and
logical scenario-based questions.
2. CA2: Non-Technical Online MOOC course: Students will complete one short-duration Non-Technical MOOC
coure and submit the completion certificate. A list of topic will be provide by the teacher.

Total 30 Marks
Certificate Submission – 15 Marks
MCQ/ Viva – 15 Marks

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3. CA3: Portfolio/CV creation: Students will prepare a CV, register in one technical MOOC create profiles, and take
insights into various platforms like GitHub, Stack Overflow, Linked In, Hacker Rank, Hacker Earth, etc.

Rubrics to be followed:
a. CV creation [5 marks]

b. Technical MOOC Registration Proof [5 Marks]

*** Students will select MOOCs of their choice from the approved list of topics only which will be shared by the
teacher well before time. This MOOC needs to be completed in the winter break and the completion certificate of this
MOOC will be considered as CA1 of CSE121 (ORIENTATION TO COMPUTING – II) in 2nd semester along with its
evaluation.

c. GitHub with repositories and forks [05marks]

d. Profile creation and activities by students on various technical platforms [15 marks]

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All CA are mandatory:

Weightage
CA1: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
33.33%

CA2: Non-Technical Online MOOC course 33.33%

CA3: Portfolio/CV creation 33.33%

Note:
1. MTE: There will be no MTE applicable for this course.
2. ETE: The ETE of this course involves MCQs-based analytical, logical, and scenario-based questions. There will be a
0.25% negative marking in the MCQ

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*%age
Unit Broad Source
Sub Topic Source Title mapping Source URL
mapped topic Type
(approx.)

Basic structure of a
Computer Introduction to https://www.tmv.edu.in/pdf/Distance_education/BCA%20Books/BCA%20I%2
Unit I computer and its Weblink 100%
System Computer System 0SEM/BCA-121%20Computer%20Fundamental.pdf
components

https://www.tpointtech.com/secondary-storage-devices-in-computer-
Secondary Storage
Computer Memories RAM, ROM, Devices in organization
Unit I Weblink 100%
System Secondary storage devices Computer https://www.tmv.edu.in/pdf/Distance_education/BCA%20Books/BCA%20I
Organization %20SEM/BCA-121%20Computer%20Fundamental.pdf

Secondary Storage:
Computer Memories RAM, ROM,
Unit I Weblink Definition & 100% https://teachcomputerscience.com/secondary-storage
System Secondary storage devices
Devices

Operating Systems and its https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/types-of-operating-systems/

Operating Operating Systems
Unit II architecture, Functions of Weblink 100%
System Basics https://sathee.iitk.ac.in/article/operating-system/operating-system-functions/
Operating System

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*%age
Unit Broad Source
Sub Topic Source Title mapping Source URL
mapped topic Type
(approx.)

Operating Systems
Unit II Operating System Kernel and its types Weblink 100% https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/operating-systems/kernel-in-operating-
Basics
system/

Machine language,
Assembly language, High
Computer Software,
level language, Steps in
Computer Programming https://www.tmv.edu.in/pdf/Distance_education/BCA%20Books/BCA%
Unit II development of a program, Weblink 90%
Languages Languages and 20I%20SEM/BCA-121%20Computer%20Fundamental.pdf
Compilation and
Program Development
Execution, Compiler,
Interpreter, Assembler.

Linux Operating Linux OS features, Linux Operating

Unit III Weblink 100% https://www.jbiet.edu.in/pdffls/IT-coursematerial/Linux.pdf
System Distribution versions, System Basics

Linux Operating
Unit III Other Shell commands, Weblink Basic Shell Commands 100% https://www.jbiet.edu.in/pdffls/IT-coursematerial/Linux.pdf
System

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*%age
Unit Broad Source
Sub Topic Source Title mapping Source URL
mapped topic Type
(approx.)
Types of file systems,
File System File System and
Unit III Basic process control Weblink 80% https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/file-systems-in-operating-system/
Management Management
using signals

https://www.lpu.in/inst-performance/identification-of-cohorts-
and-career-pathways.php
Types of Cohorts, Skills Introduction to
Cohorts and
Unit IV required for different Weblink Cohorts and Skill 80% https://www.knowledgehut.com/blog/career/career-options-
Skill Sets
Cohorts Sets
after-computer-engineering#jobs-after-engineering-in-computer-
science%C2%A0

Purpose of Pathways, Job

Career Pathways and
Unit IV Pathways Roles for Different Weblink 80% https://www.gse.harvard.edu/ideas/education-now/24/02/pathways-careers-purpose
Development
Pathways

Computer
Network types, Network
Network and Computer Network
Unit V topologies, Network Weblink 80% https://open.umn.edu/opentextbooks/textbooks/771
Communicatio Basics
communication devices
n

Basic security threats,

Security Cyber Security
Unit V Password management, Weblink 70% https://open.umn.edu/opentextbooks/textbooks/771
Essentials Essentials
WiFi security

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Unit Source
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mapped Type
(approx.)

Overview of Git and GitHub,

Getting Started with
Unit VI Version Control creating repository, commits, PDF 90% https://education.github.com/git-cheat-sheet-education.pdf
GitHub
branches

Introduction to AI, Real life

application of AI, Introduction to AI definition, types,
Modern AI ools and
Unit VI
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Generative AI, Prompt Weblink example and use 70% https://open.umn.edu/opentextbooks/textbooks/771
Engineering – Good vs poor cases
prompt,
https://www.techtarget.com/searchenterpriseai/defini
tion/AI-Artificial-Intelligence
Overview of Git and
https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/artificial-
GitHub, creating Getting Started
Unit VI Version Control PDF 90% intelligence/what-is-artificial-intelligence-ai/
repository, commits, with GitHub
https://www.techtarget.com/searchenterpriseai/de
branches
finition/AI-prompt

Figma, GitHub, Stack Overflow, Guide to Creating

Unit VI Profile Creation PDF 90% https://liveyourmessage.com/social-media-profile/
HackerRank, GeeksforGeeks Developer Profiles

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