Computer Fundamentals Notes for BCA Sem 1

Each outcome is mapped to Bloom's Taxonomy levels and will be assessed through various evaluation methods:

| CO Code | Learning Outcome Description | Bloom's Level | Assessment Method | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | CO1 | Describe computer organization, classify hardware components by function, and explain the von Neumann architecture with block diagrams | Understand, Apply | Theory Exam, Lab Viva | | CO2 | Convert between number systems (binary, octal, decimal, hex), perform binary arithmetic, and explain data representation including signed numbers and character encoding | Apply, Analyze | Problem Solving, Assignments | | CO3 | Explain OS concepts including process states, memory management techniques, file system organization, and perform basic CLI operations | Understand, Create | Lab Practical, Theory Questions | | CO4 | Understand networking fundamentals including network types, topologies, IP addressing, protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS), and internet service workflows | Understand, Apply | Case Studies, Network Lab | | CO5 | Apply cybersecurity best practices, identify threats, implement security measures, and demonstrate understanding of digital ethics and privacy | Apply, Evaluate | Security Audit Project, Quiz | | CO6 | Explain database fundamentals, create simple tables, perform basic SQL operations, and understand information system workflows | Understand, Analyze | Database Lab, Mini Project |