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    ECP281: ENGINEERING COMPUTER PROGRAMMING (2 CREDITS)

    Course Outline
    (i) Computer hardware:- Iden fica on of parts and func on of the
    components of the Computer ,Input Peripherals:- The keyboard, the
    Mouse, the Touch Pad, the Joy-s ck and other poin ng devices, The
    Central Processing Unit (CPU):- The Arithme c Logic Unit (ALU) the
    Primary and Secondary Memory (RAM, ROM, etc.), the frame buffer and
    other storage devices, The Output Peripherals:-The Monitor, the Printer,
    Plo ers and other hardcopy devices, The general opera ons (House-
    keeping) :- Retrieval Manipula on and storage of data, etc.
    (ii) Computer so ware’s so ware: the principles and opera ons of the
    various kinds of So ware: System So ware: - Windows environment,
    Disk Opera ng System environment (DOS), UNIX System, LINUX System,
    etc., Applica on So ware: Word-Processors, Spreadsheet, Databases
    management, Work Managers, Presenta on packages, Graphics
    Packages, drough ng packages, etc. The Internet: The principle and
    applica ons of Networks, WWW surfing the NET, e-mails, h p and
    protocols. Prac cal and hands-on exercises with mini-projects to test for
    proficiency will be emphasized.

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    ECP281: ENGINEERING COMPUTER PROGRAMMING
    Alternative Title: Computer Programming for Engineers
    Units: 2
    Hours/Week: 2

    Learning Outcomes

    1. Identification and Function of Computer Components


    o Demonstrate knowledge of the various parts of a computer system,
    including the motherboard, CPU, RAM, ROM, hard drives, and other
    cri cal components.
    o Explain the func ons and interrela onships of these components.
    2. Understanding Input Peripherals
    o Iden fy and describe the func on of different input peripherals such
    as keyboards, mice, touch pads, joys cks, and other poin ng devices.
    o Evaluate the efficiency and applica on of various input devices in
    different compu ng environments.

    1. Central Processing Unit (CPU) Operations


    o Explain the structure and func on of the CPU, including its core
    components: the Arithme c Logic Unit (ALU), control unit, and
    registers.
    o Analyze how the CPU interacts with primary memory (RAM, ROM)
    and secondary storage.
    2. Memory and Storage Devices
    o Differen ate between primary and secondary memory, including
    RAM, ROM, and various types of storage devices (HDD, SSD, USB
    drives).
    o Describe the role of the frame buffer and its importance in computer
    opera ons.
    3. Output Peripherals
    o Iden fy and describe the func ons of different output peripherals
    such as monitors, printers, plo ers, and other hardcopy devices.
    o Assess the performance characteris cs and suitable applica ons of
    various output devices.
    4. General Operations (House-keeping)
    o Demonstrate the ability to perform basic computer opera ons,
    including data retrieval, manipula on, and storage.

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    o Illustrate the use of file management systems and u li es for
    effec ve data organiza on and backup.
    5. System Software Principles
    o Explain the principles and opera ons of various system so ware,
    including Windows, Disk Opera ng System (DOS), UNIX, and LINUX.
    o Compare and contrast different opera ng systems in terms of
    func onality, user interface, and applica on suitability.
    6. Application Software Functionality
    o use applica on so ware such as word processors, spreadsheets,
    database management systems, work managers, presenta on
    packages, and graphics/dra ing packages.
    o Evaluate the applica ons of different so ware tools in various
    professional and academic contexts.
    7. Internet and Networking Principles
    o Explain the principles of computer networks, including the structure
    and func on of the Internet, and protocols such as HTTP, FTP, and
    SMTP.
    o Explain the processes involved in WWW surfing, e-mail
    communica on, and data exchange over networks.
    8. Practical Application and Problem-Solving
    o Apply theore cal knowledge through prac cal exercises and hands-
    on ac vi es, including the assembly and troubleshoo ng of
    computer systems.
    o Develop mini-projects to test and demonstrate proficiency in both
    hardware and so ware components.
    9. Software Installation and Maintenance
    o install, configure, and maintain various system and applica on
    so ware.
    o Troubleshoot common so ware issues and perform necessary
    updates and patches.
    10. Security and Ethical Considerations
    o explain the basic principles of computer security, including the
    importance of data protec on, an virus so ware, and ethical
    prac ces in compu ng.
    o Evaluate the impact of so ware piracy, data breaches, and other
    security threats on individuals and organiza ons.

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    Lecture Plan
    Week 0: Makeup Lecture

     Definition of a computer
     Units of a computer
     Types of a computer
     Computer programs
     Computer programming
     Computer program Design (Algorithms and Flow Charts)

    Week 1: Introduction to Computer Hardware

     Lecture: Overview of Computer Systems and Component Iden fica on


    o Course introduc on and objec ves
    o Components of a computer system: motherboard, CPU, RAM, ROM,
    hard drives
    o Func ons and interrela onships of components
    o Hands-on ac vity: Iden fying and assembling computer parts
    o Reading: Chapter 1 of "Computer Organiza on and Design"

    Week 2: Input Peripherals

     Lecture: Keyboards, Poin ng Devices, and Advanced Input Devices


    o Types and func ons of keyboards, mice, touch pads, joys cks, and
    other input devices
    o Applica on and efficiency of various input devices
    o Prac cal session: Configuring and using different input devices
    o Reading: Relevant sec ons from "Principles of Computer Hardware"

    Week 3: Central Processing Unit (CPU)

     Lecture: CPU Structure, Func on, and Memory Hierarchy


    o Components: ALU, control unit, registers
    o CPU cycles and processing
    o RAM, ROM, and secondary storage
    o Role of the frame buffer in graphics processing
    o Hands-on ac vity: Installing RAM and storage devices

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    Week 4: Output Peripherals

     Lecture: Display Devices, Printers, and Plo ers


    o Types of monitors, resolu on, and refresh rates
    o Types of printers (laser, inkjet) and plo ers
    o Selec ng, configuring, and troubleshoo ng output devices
    o Prac cal session: Se ng up and troubleshoo ng printers

    Week 5: General Operations (House-keeping)

     Lecture: Data Management and System Maintenance


    o File systems, data retrieval, and storage
    o Using file management tools and u li es
    o Regular maintenance tasks (defragmenta on, cleanup)
    o Backup strategies and tools
    o Reading: "Opera ng System Concepts" Chapter on file systems

    Week 6: System Software Principles

     Lecture: Introduc on to Opera ng Systems


    o Overview of Windows, DOS, UNIX, and LINUX
    o Compara ve analysis of different opera ng systems
    o Hands-on session: Installing and naviga ng different OS environments
    o Reading: "Modern Opera ng Systems" selected chapters

    Week 7: Application Software

     Lecture: Office and Produc vity So ware


    o Word processors, spreadsheets, database management systems
    o Presenta on packages, graphics packages, dra ing tools
    o Prac cal session: Crea ng documents, spreadsheets, databases,
    presenta ons, and simple graphics projects

    Week 8: The Internet and Networking Principles

     Lecture: Network Basics and Prac cal Networking


    o Principles of computer networks, protocols (HTTP, FTP, SMTP)
    o Structure and func on of the Internet
    o Se ng up a home network, configuring routers and switches
    o Hands-on session: Basic networking tasks

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    Week 9: Practical Application and Problem-Solving

     Lecture: Hardware and So ware Troubleshoo ng


    o Common hardware issues and diagnos c techniques
    o Resolving so ware conflicts and errors
    o Prac cal session: Troubleshoo ng a non-func onal computer and
    so ware diagnos cs

    Week 10: Software Installation and Maintenance

     Lecture: Installing and Maintaining So ware


    o Procedures for installing system and applica on so ware
    o Updates, patches, and system upgrades
    o Prac cal session: Installing, configuring, upda ng, and maintaining
    so ware

    Week 11: Security and Ethical Considerations

     Lecture: Introduc on to Computer Security and Ethical Issues


    o Data protec on, an virus so ware, and best prac ces
    o So ware piracy, data breaches, and ethical compu ng
    o Case studies and group discussion
    o Reading: Selected chapters on computer security

    Week 12: Mini-Projects and Review

     Lecture: Project Work, Presenta ons, and Course Review


    o Students present their mini-projects
    o Peer review and feedback
    o Recap of key concepts and learning outcomes
    o Final Q&A session and course feedback

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