BIT · Semester I
Introduction to Information Technology syllabus
Official TU syllabus for Introduction to Information Technology (BIT101): 10 units, 72 topics. Every unit links to its notes and solved questions.
1
Fundamentals of Computing
11 Q- Definition and characteristics of computers
- Block diagram of digital computers
- Main functions of digital computers
- Computer components and architecture
- Types of computers by generation
- Classification by size and capability
2
Number Systems and Data Representation
9 Q- Face value and position value concepts
- Binary number system and encoding
- Octal and hexadecimal number systems
- Base conversion between decimal, binary, octal, hexadecimal
- Binary arithmetic and operations
- Two's complement method for signed numbers
- Reasons for using hexadecimal and octal in computers
3
Computer Organization and Architecture
12 Q- Central Processing Unit components and functions
- Instruction cycle and steps
- Computer bus types and functions
- Data bus, address bus, and control bus
- Memory hierarchy and access time
- Primary memory types
- Secondary storage and I/O devices
- Sequential and direct access devices
4
Software and Operating Systems
7 Q- Definition and categories of software
- System software and application software
- Operating system definition and functions
- Types of operating systems
- Utility software and purposes
- Programming languages and translators
- Language translator types
5
Database Systems
9 Q- Database system definition and components
- Database management system and importance
- Data model, schema, and instance
- Database system architecture levels
- Data redundancy and data inconsistency
- Characteristics of database systems
- Data warehousing and data mining
6
Computer Networks and Communication
10 Q- Computer network definition and importance
- Guided transmission media types
- Unguided transmission media types
- Twisted pair cable features
- Network topology types and features
- Network devices and their functions
- Communication protocols and OSI model layers
- TCP/IP protocol and functions
7
Data Transmission and Switching
4 Q- Switching techniques overview
- Circuit switching technique
- Message switching technique
- Packet switching technique and working
- Packet definition and structure
- Modulation and demodulation
8
Computer Security
8 Q- Computer security definition and targets
- Security mechanisms and approaches
- Security policy definition
- Firewall purpose, function, and types
- Cryptography and encryption methods
- Private key cryptography
- Public key cryptography
- Digital signature
- Technologies for security implementation
9
Operating System Management
3 Q- Process scheduling concepts
- Non-preemptive scheduling
- Preemptive scheduling
- Deadlock definition and reasons
- Physical and logical address concepts
10
IT Applications and Societal Impact
11 Q- Definition and application areas of IT
- IT in education
- E-commerce and e-governance
- Internet of Things and smart cities
- Cloud computing and advantages
- Big data concepts
- Societal impacts of IT
- IT impact on organizations
- IT impact on individuals in daily life
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