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Minor Computer Science Syllabus

The Minor Computer Science Syllabus covers five main units: Basics of Computer Science, Data Representation & Networking, Memory & Storage, Cyber Security, and Intrusion Detection & Firewalls. Each unit includes topics such as computer components, data communication, memory hierarchy, cyber threats, and types of firewalls. The syllabus provides a comprehensive overview of essential computer science concepts and security measures.

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Minor Computer Science Syllabus

The Minor Computer Science Syllabus covers five main units: Basics of Computer Science, Data Representation & Networking, Memory & Storage, Cyber Security, and Intrusion Detection & Firewalls. Each unit includes topics such as computer components, data communication, memory hierarchy, cyber threats, and types of firewalls. The syllabus provides a comprehensive overview of essential computer science concepts and security measures.

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Minor Computer Science Syllabus

UNIT 1: Basics of Computer Science


1.1 Introduction to Computers
1.1.1 Basic components of a digital computer
1.1.2 Generation of computers

1.2 Classification of Computers


1.2.1 Analog, Digital, and Hybrid Computers
1.2.2 Classification based on size:
1.2.2.1 Supercomputers
1.2.2.2 Mainframe Computers
1.2.2.3 Personal Computers

1.3 Computer System Overview


1.3.1 Components of a computer system
1.3.2 Advantages and disadvantages of a computer system
1.3.3 Block diagram of a digital computer

1.4 Input and Output Devices


1.4.1 Basic introduction to input and output devices

UNIT 2: Data Representation & Networking


2.1 Number Systems & Conversions
2.1.1 Decimal, Binary, Octal, Hexadecimal
2.1.2 Conversions between number systems

2.2 Data Communication & Computer Networks


2.2.1 Introduction to data communication
2.2.2 Network architecture and devices
2.2.3 Network topology
2.2.4 Types of computer networks

2.3 Internet & Web Services


2.3.1 Internet basics
2.3.2 Email services
2.3.3 World Wide Web (WWW)
2.3.4 Browsers and search engines

2.4 Software & Operating Systems


2.4.1 Application software vs. System software
2.4.2 Introduction to operating systems and their services
UNIT 3: Memory & Storage
3.1 Memory Hierarchy
3.1.1 Primary Memory: RAM, DRAM, SRAM
3.1.2 ROM: BIOS, Firmware

3.2 Secondary Storage


3.2.1 Hard disk: Structure (tracks, sectors, clusters, cylinders)

3.3 Various Storage Devices


3.3.1 Magnetic Tape
3.3.2 Floppy Disks
3.3.3 Optical Disks
3.3.4 SD/MMC cards
3.3.5 USB Pen Drive

UNIT 4: Cyber Security


4.1 Introduction to Cyber Security
4.1.1 Definition and importance of cyber security
4.1.2 CIA Triad: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability

4.2 Cyber Threats & Attacks


4.2.1 Types of cyber threats:
4.2.1.1 Nation-state attacks
4.2.1.2 Terrorist organizations
4.2.1.3 Criminal groups
4.2.1.4 Hackers
4.2.1.5 Malicious insiders

4.3 Malware & Social Engineering


4.3.1 Malware types:
4.3.1.1 Viruses, Worms, Trojans, Ransomware
4.3.1.2 Spyware, Adware, Rootkits
4.3.2 Social engineering attacks:
4.3.2.1 Phishing
4.3.2.2 Smishing
4.3.2.3 Tailgating
4.3.2.4 Piggybacking

4.4 Network & System Attacks


4.4.1 SQL Injection
4.4.2 Man-in-the-Middle Attack
4.4.3 Password Attacks
4.4.4 Denial of Service (DoS) & Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS)

UNIT 5: Intrusion Detection & Firewalls


5.1 Types of Intruders
5.1.1 Script Kiddies
5.1.2 Hacktivists
5.1.3 Cybercriminals
5.1.4 Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)

5.2 Firewalls & Security Systems


5.2.1 Features and types of firewalls
5.2.2 Introduction to Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)

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