‘O’ Level

‘O’ Level Course Syllabus

Objective:
The ‘O’ Level course is designed to provide fundamental knowledge in information technology, equipping students with essential computing skills and software tools needed for various professional tasks.

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Modules

Module 1: Information Technology Tools and Network Basics (M1-R5)

• Fundamentals of IT
  • Introduction to Computers
  • Types of Software & Hardware
  • IT Applications
• Operating System
  • Windows/Linux Basics
  • File Management, Control Panel, System Settings
• Word Processing, Spreadsheet, and Presentation Software
  • Word: Document creation, formatting, tables
  • Excel: Data entry, formulas, charts
  • PowerPoint: Slides, animations, transitions
• Networking Concepts
  • Basics of LAN, WAN, Internet
  • Email, Cyber Security, Safe Internet Practices

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Module 2: Web Designing & Publishing (M2-R5)

• HTML Basics
  • Structure of Web Page
  • HTML Tags, Formatting
• CSS Introduction
  • Style Sheets, Layouts, Styling
• JavaScript Basics
  • Syntax, Data Types, Operators
• Web Hosting and Publishing
  • Web Hosting Basics, Domain Names, Publishing a Website

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Module 3: Programming & Problem Solving through Python (M3-R5)

• Introduction to Python
  • Basic Syntax, Variables, Data Types
• Control Structures
  • Loops (for, while), Conditional Statements (if, else)
• Functions and Modules
  • Defining Functions, Libraries, Modules
• Data Handling
  • Lists, Tuples, Dictionaries, File Handling

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Module 4: Internet of Things (IoT) and its Applications (M4-R5)

• IoT Basics
  • Understanding IoT Concepts, Components, Protocols
• IoT Platforms and Applications
  • Smart Devices, Sensors, IoT Solutions in Daily Life
• Basic Project Work
  • Practical IoT Applications, Hands-on Experimentation with IoT Kits

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Practical Assignments

Each module includes practical lab assignments for hands-on experience.

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Project Work

Students must complete a project covering key aspects of IT, web development, Python, or IoT applications.

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Examination Details

Pattern:

1. Theory Exam:
   • Conducted by NIELIT, with a duration of 3 hours per module.
   • Total Marks: 100 (per module)
2. Practical Exam:
   • Conducted at the end of the course, based on practical assignments from each module.
   • Total Marks: 100 (combined)
3. Project Submission:
   • This is to be submitted as a part of the certification requirement.

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Eligibility for Examination:

• Minimum 75% attendance
• Completion of all practical assignments and project work

Certification:
Upon successful completion, students receive an ‘O’ Level certification from NIELIT.