PRIMARY 5 ICT FIRST TERM

WKS TOPIC PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE

1. Meaning of Computer systems system
2. Components of (I) explain the term
hardware Computer system (II) explain the
term software
- Hardware
- Software
3. Components of Computer system users
4. Classes of (I) identify different types of Computer by type computer
- Analogue (II) mention types of computer
- Digital
- Hybrid
5. Classification by computer by size
6. Classification of computers by generation
7. Classification of Computer by purpose
8. Mainframe
9. Super computer
10. Mini – computer
11. Micro – computer
12. Revision

13. Examination

WEEK 1&2
THE COMPUTER SYSTEM
BEHAVIORAL OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able
to:
1. Explain the term computer system
2. Explain computer hardware and software
CONTENT
Meaning of Computer System
A computer is an information machine that can store, retrieve and process
data. A computer is also an electronic machine which accepts data as input,
processes data and gives out information as results or output. Data are
figures, words and symbols which the computer works upon.
A computer system is one that is able to take a set of inputs, process them and
create a set of outputs. This is done by a combination of hardware and
software. Computer systems will include the computer along with any
software and peripheral devices that are necessary to make the computer
function. Every computer system, for example, requires an operating system.

Components of the computer system

The computer system has three components. These are the hardware, the
software and the users.
Hardware components
The hardware components of the computer system are the parts that we can
see, feel or touch.
The three types of hardware components of the computer system are:
i) Input devices
ii) System unit
iii) Output
devices Input
devices
We enter data into the computer through the input devices these input devices
are the keyboard, mouse, joystick, microphone and light pen.
THE SYSTEM UNIT

The system unit is made up of the central

processing unit (CPU), and the main memory.
Data is processed in the CPU and it has two parts.
These are the:
i) arithmetic and logic unit
ii) control unit
Output devices
Through the output devices, the computer gives
out information to the user. This information is theresult of the processing
activities in the CPU. The
monitor, printer and speakers are these output

devices.
EVALUATION
. Explain the term computer system
2. Explain computer hardware and software
WEEK 3

Software components
A computer solves a problem only when it receives instructions. These
instructions are the software of the computer. A set of instructions is called a
program. There are three types of software. These are the system software,
programming languages and application software.
Users
The third component of the computer system is the user. Users are the people
that use the computer. The computer cannot function by itself if not operated
by human beings. This component is also known as the people ware.

There are different types of computer users.

Some of them are:
1 Computer policy makers: These are people that make laws concerning
the making of the computer.
2 Programmers: These are people that write instructions for the computer
to perform certain operations.
3 Operators: These are the people that have direct contact with the computer,
and they use it on a daily basis.

EVALUATIO
. Explain the term computer system
2. Explain computer hardware and software

WEEK 4&5
Classification of Computers
BEHAVIORAL OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able
to:
1. LIST COMPUTER by size
2. Mention the different sizes of computers
CONTENT
Classification Of Computers
Computer can be classified or typed in many ways some common
classifications include;
● According to Size
● According to Type
● According to Purpose

1) Classification By Type
THERE ARE THREE TYPES OF COMPUTERS IN USE TODAY
NAMELY;
1. Analogue computer
2. Digital computer
3. Hybrid computer.

Analogue computer
Analogue computers are either electronic or hydraulic devices that are
designed to exploit mathematical similarity between physical
interrelationships in certain problems instead of numeric, to process their
data.

FOR INSTANCE: Imagine a computer that receives current as input then

converts it in to voltage which may now be added or multiplied and sent to
other devices for a specific purpose. The term analogue means ‘‘continuity’’ of
associated quantity like an analogue clock measures time by means of the
distance travelled by the hand of the clock around a dial.
Examples
● Speedometer
 ● Analogue clock
● Tire pressure gauge
● Thermometer

ADVANTAGES
1. Store images
2. Sound, motion pictures
3. Devices and media that represent.

DISADVANTAGES
● Complexity
● They were very complicated for containing output for the users
some time.

DIGITAL COMPUTER
Digital computer solves problems by performing calculations and by dealing
with each number digit by digit. Every things that a digital computer does is
based on one operation .The ability to determine whether a switch or ‘‘gate’’,
is open or closed that is, the computer can recognize only two states in any of
its microscopic circuit on or off, high voltage or low voltage. Using the binary
system of numbers where there in only I and O,
1 stands for on and O stands for off. The speed at which the computer
performs this simple act however, it is what makes it a marvel or Modern
technology.
Examples
● Digital watches
● Calculators
 ● Apple Macintosh etc.

HYBRID COMPUTER
Hybrid computer contain elements of
both digital and analogue computer.
They are usually used for problems in which large numbers of complex
equations, known as Time integrals, are to be computed.
Examples
● Devices used in petrol pump.
● They are used in the hospitals to measure the heartbeat of patient.
● Hybrid machines are generally used in scientific applications or in
controlling industrial processes
EVALUATION
1 Give more examples of analog computers.
2 Give more examples of digital computers.
3 Name other hybrid computers that you know
WEEK 5

TOPIC; Classification By Size

BEHAVIORAL OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able
to:
1. LIST COMPUTER GENERATIONS
2. Mention the generation of computers

CONTENT
Classification By Size
There are three different sizes of computer.
1 micro computer
2 mini computers
3 mainframe
computers Micro
computers
Microcomputers are the most widely used type of computers. They are the
smallest type of computers. They are also the cheapest type of computers.
They are used in schools, offices and at home.
The desk-top computer and portable computers, such as the laptop, notebook
and palm top computers are examples of microcomputers.

Minicomputers
A minicomputer is larger than a microcomputer. The minicomputer also
works faster and is more expensive than the microcomputer. Minicomputers
are used in medium-sized factories and companies.

Mainframe computers
Mainframe computers are much bigger, faster and more powerful than
minicomputers. A mainframe computer is made up of separate units. The
separate units are combined together to form a network. Mainframe
computers are more expensive than minicomputers. They are mainly used in
government departments, banks and universities. Mainframe computers are
used in NECO, JAMB and WAEC offices.

WEEK 6

TOPIC: Classification By Generation

The following are the five generations of computers.
First Generation of Computers (1942-1955)

When computers were first made, they were large and costly. They gave out
heat when used. They were also slow in making calculations and could only
store very few items of information. They also needed much electricity before

they could be used.

Second Generation Computers (1955-1964)
Soon, the large, costly and slow computers were no longer used by many
people. New computers which were cheaper and smaller than the first ones
had been made. These were the second generation computers. These new
computers stored many more items of information than the earlier computers.
They also used less electricity. These second generation computers worked
faster than the first generation computers.
Third Generation Computers (1964-1975)
Third generation computers
In the third generation computers, the electric pathways were all joined as
one, inside the computers. This was called an integrated circuit. Electricity
therefore moved very fast through the computers. The third generation
computers were cheaper, smaller and faster than the second generation
computers. They also used less electricity and gave out less heat when used.
Many people soon began to use the third generation computers.
Fourth Generation Computers (1975-Present)
The type of computers we use today are the fourth generation computers. The
electric pathways are even more completely joined inside the computers. They
are therefore said to have large-scale integrated circuits. The large-scale
integrated circuits have made the fourth generation computers better than all
the earlier ones. They are smaller, cheaper and store more items of
information than the third generation computers. The fourth generation
computers have made computers to be well known all over the world.

.Fifth Generation Computers (Present & Beyond)

The makers of computers are still working hard to make even better
computers. These are the fifth generation computers.
They are the next generation of computers. Scientists think that these
computers will act like human beings

EVALUATION
1. LIST COMPUTER GENERATIONS
2. Mention the generation of computers

WEEK 7

TOPIC: Classification By Purpose

BEHAVIORAL OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able
to:
1. Mention the classification of computer by purpose
2. Identify special and general purpose computer
CONTENT

Classification By Purpose
THERE ARE TWO TYPES OF COMPUTER UNDER THIS CATEGORY.
THEY ARE:

GENERAL PURPOSE COMPUTERS

These are multipurpose computer capable of solving a wide range of problems
(task). They can be used in and various aspect like drawing, typing,
calculating, designing multimedia functions playing games etc. Examples are
the desktop computer, laptop, mini tower computer, etc.

SPECIAL PURPOSE COMPUTERS

These are dedicated computers designed solely for the purpose for solving a
particular problem. Examples are the road traffic light control, calculator’s
robots (robotic), counting machine etc.
EVALUATION
1. . Mention the classification of computer by purpose
2. Identify special and general purpose computer

WEEK 8
SIZES OF COMPUTERS
BEHAVIORAL OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able
to:
1. Mention the classification of computer by purpose
2. Identify special and general purpose of
computer. CONTENT
MAINFRAME COMPUTER
SIZE: Mainframe computer are large and expensive.
SPEED: Mainframe computer accept hundreds of thousands of users
simultaneously. They are in one way superior and more powerful than super
computers because they can support more programs simultaneously with
users handling massive amount of input, output and storage processes. They
can execute a single program faster than mainframe computers.
USAGE; They are used in banks and big business organization like in JAMB,
WAEC, NECO ETC
EVALUATION
Explain mainframe computer based on its size, speed and usage.

WEEK 9
TOPIC: SUPER COMPUTER
BEHAVIORAL OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able
to:
1. Describe super computer
2. Mention the uses of super
computer. CONTENT
SUPER COMPUTER
Size: They are not easily seen in most public places because of their size and
the cost. They are very expensive.
SPEED: It can perform hundreds of millions of instructions per seconds. So,
they are the fastest and most powerful types of computer.
USAGE: They are used for performing specialized applications, which
requires immense mathematical calculations. It is used in universities,
research institutes, government agencies, large business enterprises,
meteorology department for weather forecasting, in animation, fluid
dynamics, calculation, petroleum exploration, nuclear research, etc

EVALUATION
Explain super computer based on its size, sped and usage.

WEEK 10&11
TOPIC: MINI AND MACRO COMPUTER
BEHAVIORAL OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able
to:
1. Describe mini and micro computer
2. Mention the uses of mini and micro computer.
MINI COMPUTER
SIZE; they are small/medium size both in size and performance
SPEED: it does the same work as super computer and mainframe computer
at a lower speed. It is also a multiprocessing system and it can support 4-200
user simultaneously.
USAGE; they are used as network servers and internet servers with the help
of multiple terminal. They are used in universities, polytechnics, and
organizations like banks, internet service companies. Minicomputers are
easier to use.
MICRO COMPUTER
SIZE: they are the smallest and least expensive of all computers.
SPEED: They possess the smallest memory and less power. These computer
permit only fewer peripherals to be attached as they are relatively smaller in
size.
USAGE; They are known as personal computer or pc. Examples are desktop
computer, laptop computer, palmtop, tablets, etc
EVALUATION
Explain mini and micro computer based on its size, sped and usage.

Super Computers
They are most powerful and expensive computers. they have externally large
storage capacities and processing speed is at least 10 times faster than other
computers. Some of the super computers are NEC , CRAY ,CYBER 205,CDC
STAR 100 etc. Supercomputers are the most powerful and expensive
computers. They process billions of instructions in one second. They are also
the largest type of computers.
Supercomputers are used in big organisations
like the military, airports and other
scientific organisations.

Main-frame
They are medium or large machine, made of several units connected together .
It’s generally used in big organizations.
Minicomputers
They are like small mainframes. They consist of a few separate units
connected together. They are not powerful as mainframe computers.

Micro-computer
They are the smallest general purpose computers. They are about the same
size an of a typewriter machine. They are used in different applications
like business, engineering, schools, colleges, entertainment etc.