Module Units
Brief History of Computer Systems
Explore the evolution of computing systems from early mechanical calculators to modern digital computers. Understanding the foundational concepts and historical milestones.
Number Systems
Master binary, octal, hexadecimal number systems and conversions. Learn base conversions, computation methods, and their applications in computer systems.
Data Representation
Understand how numbers, text, images, and multimedia are represented in computer systems. Explore encoding methods and signal processing fundamentals.
Hardware Components
Deep dive into computer hardware components, including processors, memory, storage devices, and their interconnections in modern computing systems.
Gates and Circuits
Learn about logic gates, Boolean algebra, and digital circuits. Understand how basic computational operations are implemented at the hardware level.
Operating Systems
Explore operating system concepts, process management, memory management, file systems, and system security fundamentals.
Introduction to Security
Foundation concepts in cybersecurity, threat modeling, vulnerability assessment, and basic security principles for computer systems.
Cryptography Basics
Introduction to cryptographic concepts, encryption algorithms, digital signatures, and their applications in securing computer systems.
Access Control & Networks
Learn about authentication, authorization, network security protocols, and access control mechanisms in distributed systems.
Security & AI
Explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, including AI-powered security tools and AI-related security challenges.
Key Learning Areas
Computational Foundations
Number systems, data representation, and fundamental computing concepts
Hardware Systems
Computer components, digital circuits, gates, and system architecture
System Software
Operating systems, system management, and software-hardware interaction
Security Fundamentals
Cybersecurity principles, cryptography, access control, and threat mitigation
Network Security
Network protocols, distributed system security, and communication protection
Emerging Technologies
AI in security, biometrics, and modern security challenges and solutions