Computer Science Syllabus

For Class IX and X

Chapter 1. Introduction to Computer
1.1 Evolution of “Computer “
1.2 Classification of computer according to function, purpose and by size and capacity
1.3 Define the types of computer by function. (Analog , Digital and Hybrid computers)
1.4 Define the types of computer by size and capacity (Super , Mainframe, Mini and
Micro Computers )
1.5 Classification of computer by purpose (General purpose and Special Purpose
Computer)

Chapter 2. Computer Networks

2.1 What is the term “Computer “Networks”
2.2 Importance Networking
2.3 Types of Networks.
1.3.1 PAN, LAN, MEN, WAN
2.4 Network Topologies
1.4.1 Bus, Star, Ring, Mesh topology
2.5 Networking Devices
2.5.1 Network Interface Card (NIC) , Registered jack 45 (RJ-45),HUB, Switches
Modem
2.6 Introduction of Internet
2.6.1 How the Internet connects worldwide
2.6.2 How the Internet works
2.6.3 Internet Protocols, Internet Service Provider, IP addresses
URL, HTTP, FTP
2.6.4 Benefits of using Internet technology
2.6.5 Internet Services
2.6.5.1 E-sites
E-Governance, E-Learning, E-Commerce,
2.6.6 Online storage and data sharing
Chapter 2 . Computer Viruses and Security
3.1 Introduction to computer/Internet Security
3.2 Security Protocols
3.3 Cyber-crime , Hacking , Cracking
3.4 Computer Viruses
3.5 Types of Viruses , worms
3.6 Phishing , Pharming , Wardriving , Spyware, Malware
3.7 Firewalls
3.8 Computer Ethics

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Chapter 4 . Computer Architecture
4.1 The Central processing Unit
4.1.1 Function of Control Unit, Arithmetic and Logic Unit , Memory Unit
4.1.2 Buses and different types of Buses .
4.1.2.1 Function of Buses.
4.1.3 Main Memory (primary Storage)
RAM: DRAM, SRAM, SIMM, DIMM
ROM: PROM, EPROM, EEPROM
4.2 Ports.
4.2.1 Types of Ports. Identification of different Ports.
4.3. Input devices
4.3.1. Keyboard, Pointing devices, Scanner, Barcode reader , microphones
Digital Camera, Touch Screens, Sensors
4.4. Output Devices
4.4.1 Printers and types of printers, Speakers, LCD/LED monitors,
Projectors
4.5 Secondary Storage
4.5.1 Hard disk, CD/DVD/DVD RAM, USB flash drive
Chapter 5. Data Representation

Chapter 6. Boolean Algebra

Chapter 7. Computer Software

7.1 Introduction to Computer Software
7.1.1 Types of Computer Software
7.1.1.1 System Software. Operating system, Translators, Database and
File management software, Editors, Utility Programs.
7.1.1.2 Application Software. General Purpose and special Purpose
Software
7.1.1.3 Computer Programming Languages
Low level language and high Level language.
Types of high Level Languages.
Chapter 8. Windows Operating System

Chapter 9. Database Management System

9.1 Introduction of Database
9.2 Elements of database
9.3 Database Management System (DBMS)
9.4 Importance and Function of DBMS
9.5 Examples of famous DBMS
9.6 Working with MS –Access (Practical)

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Chapter 10. Problem Solving: Algorithm and Flowchart design
10.1 Problem solving steps
10.1.1 Understanding the problem
10.1.2 Algorithm
How to write an Algorithm.
10.1.3 Flowchart
Flowchart symbols with their functions.
Flowchart designing techniques

Chapter 11. Programing in Visual Basic (practical)

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