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Dip1 Lecture 1Introduction

The document outlines a course on computer systems, detailing the course code, instructors, consultation times, and assessment plan. It covers course objectives, including understanding computer components, applying computer organization skills in business, and using applications for office tasks. Additionally, it classifies computers into special-purpose and general-purpose categories, explaining various types such as microcomputers, minicomputers, mainframes, and supercomputers, along with their advantages and disadvantages.

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Dip1 Lecture 1Introduction

The document outlines a course on computer systems, detailing the course code, instructors, consultation times, and assessment plan. It covers course objectives, including understanding computer components, applying computer organization skills in business, and using applications for office tasks. Additionally, it classifies computers into special-purpose and general-purpose categories, explaining various types such as microcomputers, minicomputers, mainframes, and supercomputers, along with their advantages and disadvantages.

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Course code:

ACT05210
SPT05212
TMT05209
BFT05210
IRU05211

2024-2025
Logistics
Instructors: Mutama, S

Consultation Time
FridaY 1000 -1200 HRS / or
by appointment
Contacts: [email protected]

Office: 615- block A


Course assessment plan
One written comprehensive test (20%)
Lab practical assignments (20%)
Final examination -60%
Makeup and special test are
permanently prohibited in this
course.

 NO SPECIAL TEST
Courses:
ODSP I

ODTM I ODRM I

ODAC ODBF
I I
Course Objectives
Sub Enabling Outcomes
Describe components of computer
systems in an organization
Related Tasks
1. Explain computer system.
2. Explain main parts of computer system.
3. Express functions of each part of computer
system.
Apply skills of computer organization in
a business context
Related Tasks
1. State type of computer organization in a
business context
2. Identify tools used in computer
organization
3. Demonstrate skills of computer
organization in a business context
4. Mention basic parts of computer system.
5. Relate each basic function of computer
with computer parts
Use computer applications skills to
perform basic office tasks.
Related Tasks
1. Create word document using word
application software
2. Employ spreadsheet knowledge to
manipulate data in an office.
3. Use PowerPoint application to create
presentation slides
Today’s buzzwords
Why study computer
What is computer system?
Classification of computer system
Parts of computer system
Categories of Computers and
Computer Systems
Computers are classified into two:
A special-purpose computer
A general-purpose computer
Special-Purpose Computers
Is a computer designed for a particular
function, executing the same stored set of
instructions whenever requested.
For example
 microwave ovens
 washing machine
 medical diagnostic equipment
General-Purpose Computers
 Is a computer that can be used for
solving many different types of
problems.
 Available in many sizes and a wide
range of capabilities.
 Can be classified as follows:
 1. Microcomputers
a. Laptop computers
b. Desktop computers
c. Workstations
 2. Minicomputers
 3. Mainframe computers
 4. Supercomputers
Microcomputers
 Sometimes referred to as a personal
computer (PC), is one that can be placed
on a desktop or carried from room to room.
 The smallest microcomputers are known as
laptop computers or notebook computers.
 Desktop computers are compact
microcomputer systems that fit on a desk
and are designed for use by individuals.
 A workstation is the largest type of
microcomputer and is generally used in
scientific and engineering applications.
Minicomputers
 More powerful and more expensive than
microcomputers.
 Are smaller and cheaper compared to
mainframes.
 Also can be server, which is used for
managing internal company networks
or Web sites.
 Server computers are specifically
optimized to support a computer
network enabling users to share files,
software, peripheral devices (such as
printers), or other network resources.
Mainframe Computer
 The largest computer, a powerhouse
with massive memory and e
extremely rapid processing power.
 It is used for very large business,
scientific or military application
where a computer must handle
massive amounts of data or many
complicated processes.
Supercomputer
 Is highly sophisticated and powerful
computer that is used for tasks
requiring extremely rapid and
complex calculations with hundreds
of thousands of variable factors.
 Used in many areas of scientific
research, weather prediction,
aircraft design, nuclear weapon and
so on
Advantages of computer system
Speed.
Automatic document production
Accuracy
Integrity
Cost savings
Reduce
Up-to-date information
Availability of information .
Efficiency .

Disadvantage computer system
What are the disadvantages ?
Any Questions?

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