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Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad Warning: (Department of Computer Science)
Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad Warning: (Department of Computer Science)
WARNING
1. PLAGIARISM OR HIRING OF GHOST WRITER(S) FOR SOLVING
THE ASSIGNMENT(S) WILL DEBAR THE STUDENT FROM AWARD
OF DEGREE/CERTIFICATE, IF FOUND AT ANY STAGE.
2. SUBMITTING ASSIGNMENT(S) BORROWED OR STOLEN FROM
OTHER(S) AS ONE’S OWN WILL BE PENALIZED AS DEFINED IN
“AIOU PLAGIARISM POLICY”.
3.
Course: Introduction of ICT (1431 / 9421) Semester: Autumn, 2021
Level: ADC/ADE/BS/BEd
Please read the following instruction for writing your assignments. (AD, BS,
BEd, MA/MSC, MEd, MPhil and PhD)
1. All questions are compulsory and carry equal marks but within a questions
the marks are distributed according to its requirements
2. Read the questions carefully and then answer it according to the
requirements of the question.
3. Hand written scanned assignments are not acceptable
4. Upload your typed (in Word or PDF format) assignments on or before the
due date.
5. Late assignments can’t be uploaded on LMS.
6. Your own analysis and synthesis will be appreciated.
7. Avoid irrelevant discussion/information and reproducing from books,
study guide or allied material
ASSIGNMENT No. 1
(Unit 1–4)
Total Marks: 100 Pass Marks: 50
Q. 1 (a) What is meant by ICT. Describe it with the help of proper examples. (20)
(b) Write down the advantages and disadvantages of “Information and
Communication Technology”.
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Q. 2 List the hardware components of a computer. Explain at least five of them in detail.
(20)
Q. 3 Differentiate between Input and Output Devices with the help of suitable examples.
(20)
Q. 4 Write short notes on the following topics: (20)
Process and Memory Management
Unix and Linux
Q. 5 What are important types of communication media? Differentiate between analog
and digital transmission. (20)
ASSIGNMENT No. 2
(Unit 5–9)
Total Marks: 100 Pass Marks: 50
Note: All questions are compulsory. All carry equal marks.
Q. 1 Write down the searching procedure for a specific topic related to your course on
internet using World Wide Web. (20)
Q. 3 Why High Level Language are easier to use? Explain your answer with the help of
proper examples. (20)
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ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD
(Department of Computer Science)
Course Objectives:
After completing the course, you should be able to:
1. Understand the role and importance of ICT in today’s society.
2. Identify various components of a computer system.
3. Understand basics of data communication and networking of computer system.
4. Understand basics of windows operating system and its functionality.
5. Understand basic concepts of multimedia and identify and use various multimedia
components.
6. Understand basic concepts of computer languages.
Evaluation Criteria:
i. Assignments (02) 30%
ii. Final Examination 70%
Course Outline:
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Unit 1: Introduction to ICT
Introduction to ICT and definitions, ICT Application Examples, ICT as an AID
to Computer teaching and learning.
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Unit 7: Data Communication and Networking
Data, Sources and types of Signals, Basic Elements of a Communication System,
Data Transmission Modes, Data Transmission Media, Data Transmission Speed,
Switching Techniques, Routing Techniques, Network Topology, Network
Types, Communication Protocols, Network Interface Cards, Concept of OSI
Model.
Unit 8: Multimedia
Introduction to Multimedia, Multimedia Components (Text, Graphics,
Animation, Audio, and Video), Multimedia Applications (Multimedia
Presentation, Foreign Language learning, Video Games, Special Effects in
Movies, Multimedia Kiosk, Animated Advertisements, Multimedia
Conferencing), Media Center Computer.
Note: These are sample activities. Tutor may assign additional activities during the
course workshop. In the assignments the students are instructed to keep in view the
copy right law.