GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
Program Name: Bachelor of Computer Applications
Level: Under Graduate
Course / Subject Code: BC01001011
Course / Subject Name: Fundamental of Computer Organization
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Semester: 1
Category of the Course: Core Course
Prerequisite: A foundational understanding of mathematics including algebra and basic
arithmetic is required. Additionally, familiarity with basic concepts in computer
science such as data types, variables, and basic programming constructs would be
beneficial.
Rationale: The course on Computer Application is crucial for undergraduate students in
Computer Science due to its foundational role in understanding essential computing
principles and systems. Covering topics such as number systems, logic gates,
computer architecture, arithmetic operations, and memory systems, the course
provides students with fundamental knowledge that forms the basis for advanced
studies and practical applications. By emphasizing logical thinking, analytical
skills, and hands-on experience with computing components, the course prepares
students to tackle real-world challenges in software development, system design,
and IT management. It aligns with industry demands for proficient professionals
who can innovate and adapt to the evolving technological landscape, ensuring
graduates are well-equipped for diverse careers in computing and related fields.
Course Outcome:
After completion of the course, student will able to:
No Course Outcomes RBT Level
Perform conversions between various number systems, execute binary
01 arithmetic operations, and utilize basic logic gates to evaluate logical R, U, A
expressions.
Identify different types of computers and their components, explain
02 fundamental operational concepts, and assess factors influencing computer R, U
performance.
Describe the concepts of register transfer language and micro operations and
03 R, U, N
analyze the instruction cycle and various instruction formats.
Perform arithmetic operations using different addition, subtraction,
04 R, U, A
multiplication, and division algorithms, including floating-point arithmetic.
Explain the architecture and functioning of different memory systems,
05 including RAM, ROM, cache, and virtual memory, and understand the basics R, U
of RAID systems.
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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
Program Name: Bachelor of Computer Applications
Level: Under Graduate
Course / Subject Code: BC01001011
Course / Subject Name: Fundamental of Computer Organization
Teaching and Examination Scheme:
Total
Teaching Scheme
Credits Assessment Pattern and Marks
(in Hours)
L+T+ (PR/2) Total
Theory Tutorial / Practical Marks
L T PR C
ESE (E) PA / CA (M) PA/CA (I) ESE (V)
3 0 2 4 70 30 20 30 150
Course Content:
Unit No. of % of
Content
No. Hours Weightage
UNIT I: NUMBER SYSTEM AND LOGIC GATES
Number System:
Decimal System, Two-state Devices, Counting in Binary System,
Binary Addition and Subtraction, Converting Decimal Number to
Binary Numbers, Use of Complements to represent negative numbers in
binary and other number systems, Octal and Hexadecimal Number
1. System. 8 20
Basic Logic Gates:
Logic Gates, Logical Multiplication, AND Gate and OR Gate,
Complementation and Inverts Evaluation of logical Expression,
Evaluation of an Expression containing Parenthesis.
NAND Gates and NOR Gates.
UNIT II BASIC STRUCTURE OF COMPUTERS:
Computer Types, Functional units, Basic OPERATIONAL concepts,
2. Bus structures, Software, Performance, multiprocessors, and multi- 7 15
computers. Data Representation. Fixed Point Representation. Floating–
Point Representation. Error Detection codes.
UNIT III: REGISTER TRANSFER LANGUAGE AND MICRO-
OPERATIONS:
Register Transfer language. Register Transfer Bus and memory
transfers, Arithmetic Micro-operations, logic micro-operations, shift
3. 11 25
micro-operations, Arithmetic logic shift unit. Instruction codes.
Computer Registers Computer instructions – Instruction cycle. Memory
– Reference Instructions. Input – Output and Interrupt. Instruction
formats. Addressing modes.
4. UNIT IV: COMPUTER ARITHMETIC: 8 20
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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
Program Name: Bachelor of Computer Applications
Level: Under Graduate
Course / Subject Code: BC01001011
Course / Subject Name: Fundamental of Computer Organization
Addition and subtraction, multiplication Algorithms, Division
Algorithms, floating–point Arithmetic operations. Decimal Arithmetic
unit Decimal Arithmetic operations.
UNIT V: THE MEMORY SYSTEM:
Basic concepts semiconductor RAM memories. Read-only memories
5. 8 20
Cache memories performance considerations, Virtual memories
secondary storage. Introduction to RAID.
Total 42 100
Suggested Specification Table with Marks (Theory):
Distribution of Theory Marks
R Level U Level A Level N Level E Level C Level
30 30 20 20 0 0
Where R: Remember; U: Understanding; A: Application, N: Analyze and E: Evaluate C: Create (as per
Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy)
References/Suggested Learning Resources:
(a) Books:
1. Computer System Architecture by Morris Mano, Third Edition, Pearson Publications
2. Computer Fundamentals by P.K. Sinha, Sixth Edition, BPB Publications
3. Computer Installation and Servicing By D Balasubramanium, McGraw Hill Education Private
Limited
4. Digital Principles and Applications by A P Malvino, and D P Leach, 8th Edition, McGraw-Hill
Education
(b) Open source software and website:
1. Open source software Logisim is suggested for practical works and better theoretical
understanding
Suggested Course Practical List:
1. Identify basic terms and components of the computer and make a summary report.
2. Study different slots on the motherboard with its working and the use of front & back panel
connections of a computer.
3. Identify and understand the workings of various ports, such as sockets, connectors, cables, and
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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
Program Name: Bachelor of Computer Applications
Level: Under Graduate
Course / Subject Code: BC01001011
Course / Subject Name: Fundamental of Computer Organization
various types of expansion cards.
4. To study and verify the truth table of logic gates
5. To realize Half Adder, Full Adder, Half Subtractor, and Full Subtractor by using Basic gates
and NAND gates
6. To simplify the given expression and to realize it using Basic gates and Universal gates
7. To design and set up the following circuit using IC 7483. i) A 4-bit binary parallel adder. ii) A
4-bit binary parallel subtractor.
8. Study physical and logical components of hard disk and SSD and their interfaces.
9. Study working of keyboard, mouse, scanner, monitor and printer with its interface types. Study
the troubleshooting of motherboard, keyboard, and mouse.
10. Install Windows operating system and understand Control Panel.
11. Install Linux operating system
12. Understand working of SMPS.
CO- PO Mapping:
Semester 1 Fundamental of Computer Organization
POs
Course
PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO11
Outcomes
CO1 3 3 1 - 2 - - - - - -
CO2 2 1 - - - - - - - - -
CO3 2 - - - - - - - - - -
CO4 3 3 1 - 2 - - - - - -
CO5 2 1 - - - - - - - - -
Legend: ‘3’ for high, ‘2’ for medium, ‘1’ for low and ‘-’ for no correlation of each CO with PO.
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