The aim of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination syllabus in Computer Studies is to prepare the candidates for the Board’s examination. The objectives of the syllabus are designed to test candidates’ understanding, knowledge, and acquisition of:
1. Evolution of Computing Systems
2. Basic concepts of computer and its operations
3. Problem-solving skills, data processing, and practical skills in Computing
4. System software and Application Software.
5. Operations of Basic computer hardware — Input, Output, Memory and Central Processing Unit
6. Application of Online resources and Online skills
7. Ethics and human issues in computing
8. Career Prospects in Computing
The syllabus is divided into nine sections as given below:
A. Evolution of Computing
B. Fundamentals of Computing
C. Computer Application Packages
D. Managing Computer Files
E. Computer Maintenance and Safety Measures
F. Information & Communication Technology (ICT)
G. Developing Problem-Solving Skills
H. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics
I. Computer Ethics and Human Issues
SECTION A: EVOLUTION OF COMPUTING
1. History of computing
Topics:
a. Pre-Computing Age – 19th-century; Features and components of early computing devices
b. Computing Devices – 20th Century
c. The history behind each device
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Identify the various computing devices since the beginning of counting/computing
– Abacus
– Slide Rule
– Napier’s Bones
– Pascal Calculator
– Leibnitz Multiplier
– Jacquard Loom
– Charles Babbage’s Analytical Engine
– Hollerith Census machine and
– Burrough’s machine.
ii. Discuss the contributions and uses of each of the founders of these devices:
– ENIAC
– EDVAC
– UNIVAC 1
– Desktop Personal Computers, etc
2. Classification of computing devices
Topics:
a. By Generation
b. By Size
c. By Purpose
d. By type
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Relate each generation with its characteristic feature.
– First, Second, Third, Fourth to the current generation.
ii. Describe each generation under the following:
– Year of Development
– Basic components/Type of Technology
– Speed of operation
– Storage Capacity/Component
iii. Explain the differences in the classification of computing systems by size (micro, mini, mainframe, and super)
iv. Differentiate among the various types of modern computer systems in respect of sizes and basic components, data and usage
– Personal Computers
– Desktops
– Laptops
– Tablets
– Hand-held
– Servers
– Workstations
– Mainframes
– Wearable
– Supercomputers
– Digital
– Analog
– Hybrid
– Special purpose
– General-purpose. etc
v. State the importance and use of these computing systems
2. Classification of computing devices
Topics:
a. By Generation
b. By Size
c. By Purpose
d. By type
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Relate each generation with its characteristic feature.
– First, Second, Third, Fourth to the current generation.
ii. Describe each generation under the following:
– Year of Development
– Basic components/Type of Technology
– Speed of operation
– Storage Capacity/Component
iii. Explain the differences in the classification of computing systems by size (micro, mini, mainframe, and super)
iv. Differentiate among the various types of modern computer systems in respect of sizes and basic components, data and usage
– Personal Computers
– Desktops
– Laptops
– Tablets
– Hand-held
– Servers
– Workstations
– Mainframes
– Wearable
– Supercomputers
– Digital
– Analog
– Hybrid
– Special purpose
– General-purpose. etc
v. State the importance and use of these computing systems
SECTION B: Fundamentals of Computing
3. Overview of Computing Systems
Topics:
a. Two math constituents of a computer (hardware and software)
b. Characteristics of computers
c. Type, examples, and uses of computer hardware
d. Logic Circuits
e. Types, examples, and uses of software
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define Computer system in relation to its nature and programmability
ii. List functional parts of computer systems
iii. Explain the characteristics of computers (Electronic, Accuracy, Speed, interactive, Reliability, Consistency, Large Storage, etc.)
iv. Identify the differences between hardware and software
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define and give examples of hardware devices
ii. List components of computer hardware, their functions, and different types -Central Processing Unit, Peripherals (Input and Output devices), and Storage media
iii. Explain the differences between input and output devices
iv. Explain the functions of major input devices and give examples of the major input devices (keyboards, mouse, scanner, joystick, light pen, voice, digital camera, etc.)
v. Explain the classification of keys on the keyboard (function, numeric, alphabetic, cursors.)
vi. Explain the features, functions, and operations of the mouse
vii. Explain the differences among keyboard, mouse, light pen, scanner, digital camera, and output devices.
viii. Define and give examples of output devices (monitor, printer, speaker, plotters)
ix. List the different types, features, and uses of each output device above.
x. Explain the similarities and differences among inkjet, laser, and line printers
xi. List the components of CPU — Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU), Control Unit (CU), and Registers.
xii. Explain the functions of ALU, CU, and Registers.
xiii. Distinguish between Primary and Secondary Memory (Storage) units
xiv. List the components of Primary Memory Unit (Random Access Memory (RAM), Read-Only Memory (ROM))
xv. Explain the uses and differences between RAM and ROM
xvi. Explain the functions of secondary (auxiliary) storages
xvii. List different types of secondary storage
xviii. Give examples of secondary storages (Floppy disks, magnetic tape, hard disks, compact disk (CD), Digital Video Disk (DVD), USE, etc.)
xix. Carry out a comparative analysis of auxiliary storage devices in respect of size, speed, cost, and technology (access mode, component, etc.).
xx. List different units by which storage is measured and their relationships – bits, bytes, nibbles, words, kilobytes, megabytes, gigabytes, terabytes, etc.
xxi. Relate the relationships between Micro, Mega, Giga, and Terra bytes.
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define
– Registers
– Bus
– Address
ii. Explain the functions of the following Registers:
– MDR (Memor• Data Register)
– MAR (Memory Address Register)
– MBR (Memory Base Register)
– AC (Accumulator)
– PC (Program Counter).
– CIR (Current Instruction Register), etc.
iii. Explain the differences between register and main memory
iv. State the major steps involved in how a computer converts data to required information (Input — Process — Output)
v. Enumerate factors affecting the speed of data transfer (bus speed and bus width)
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define different type types and uses of gates: AND, NOT, OR, NOR, NAND
ii. Interpret Logic equations for AND, NOT, and OR gates
iii. List the symbols of AND, NOT, and OR gates
iv. Construct Truth Table for standard logic gates — AND, NOT, OR. gates
v. Define comparator
vi. Construct a simple comparator with XOR (Exclusive OR) and NOR gate
Candidates should be able to:
i. Differentiate between system and application software.
ii. List different types of System software (Operating Systems, Utility Software, Middleware, Device Drivers, Translators, etc.)
iii. Define Operating System (OS)
iv. List functions of OS
v. List different types of OS User Interfaces (Text (Command-Line and Menu) and Graphical User Interface (GUI))
vi. Give examples of Operating Systems (MS Windows, LINUX, UNDC, etc.)
vii. Discuss different OS on phones, iPad (Android, Blackberry, iPhone, etc.)
viii. Define Utility Software
ix. List functions of Utility Software
x. List different types of Utility Software
xi. Give examples of Utility Software (Editors, Anti-Virus, etc.)
xii. Define Translators Explain the functions of Translator Software
xiv. List the different categories of translators (Interpreter, Assembler, and Compiler)
xv. Explain the differences among the categories of translators.
Candidates should be able to:
i. List examples of application software and their usage
ii. Differentiate between open source and proprietary software
iii. Different methods of acquiring Application software (Built in house and Off the Shelf)
iv. Explain the differences between User Application program and general-purpose Application packages
v. Give examples of common off Shelf Application packages and their examples.
– Word Processing (MS Word)
– Spreadsheet (Excel)
– Database (Access)
– Presentation (PowerPoint)
– Graphics (Adobe Photoshop)
– Accounting (Sage)
– Payroll (Sage)
– Government (Remita)
– Banking (Fusion Banking Essence)
– Statistics (SPSS)
– Educational (School Shell)
– Hospital ( eHospital), etc.
4. Data and Information
Topics:
a. Differences between Data and Information
b. Data representation.
c. Methods of Digitization
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define data and information
ii. List properties of information
Candidates should be able to:
i. List different types of data types (integers, real numbers. strings, multimedia (image, audiovisual, signal etc.)
ii. Identify ways of representing and handling data, that is number bases with special reference to binary, decimal, hexadecimal, etc.
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define digitization
ii. Explain the process of digitalization(manual, heads-up, interactive tracing, automatic)
iii. List different formats of digitized data (image, audio, video, motion, text, multimedia, etc.)
SECTION C: Computer Application Packages
5. Word Processing package
Topics:
(a) General concept
(b) Creating and saving documents
(c) Editing, formatting, and insertion
(d) Printing
(e) MS Word
i. Features
ii. Launch MS Word
iii. Basic operations
iv. Other operations
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define word processing, and give examples of word processing packages. (MS Word, WordStar, WordPerfect, Open Word, etc.)
ii. Identify features of Word Processing packages in general (create, save, edit, insert, print, share, etc.)
iii. List the application areas of Word Processing packages (Office, Publishing, Journalism, Education, etc.)
Candidates should be able to:
i. Launch effectively MS word.
ii. Perform MS Word basic operations- create, edit, save, retrieve, print, copy and move, etc.
iii. Use different types and sizes of fonts
iv. Perform MS Word operations
v. Format, justify, search/explore, etc. – Carry out spell checking and file merging operations
vi. Close MS Word.
6. Spreadsheet package
Topics:
(a) General concept
(b) Creating and saving documents
c) Editing, formatting and insertion
(d) Printing
(e) MS Excel
i. Features
ii. Launch MS Excel
iii. Basic operations
iv. Other operations
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define Spreadsheet and give examples of Spreadsheet packages. (MS Excel, VisiCalc SuperCalc, SPSS, Cak etc.)
ii. Identify features of Spreadsheet packages in general (create, save, edit, insert, print, share etc.)
iii. List the application areas of Spreadsheet packages (Accounting, Engineering, Statistics, Calculation, what- if-scenarios, Education, etc.)
Candidates should be able to:
i. Launch effectively MS Excel.
ii. Define basic terms in MS Excel -worksheet, workbook, cells, cell ranges, etc.
iii. Use MS Excel to: create, edit, save, retrieve, and print spreadsheet documents.
iv. Use data types in MS Excel (Number, Labels, Formula, etc.)
v. Perform basic operations in MS excel -Data Entry, Saving, Retrieve, move, copy, etc.)
vi. Perform arithmetic calculations using formula and inbuilt functions, etc.
vii. Use different types and sizes of fonts
viii. Perform additional MS Excel operations (Formatting, Editing, Printing, Drawing charts etc.)
ix. Close MS Excel.
7. Database package
Topics:
(a) Definition of Database and examples of database packages
(b) Database organizations
(c) Different features of database format
(d) Basic operations of Database using MS Access
(e) Create a database using MS Access
(f) Carry out operations on an existing database using MS Access.
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define Database and give examples of Database packages. (Dbase, Foxbase, MS Access, Oracle, etc.)
ii. Define basic database terms (File, Record. Field, key, form, table, etc.)
iii. List and explain different types of database organization (Hierarchical, Network, and Relational.)
iv. List the application areas of Database in different organizations (Office, Home, Education, Government, Hospital, Agriculture, etc.)
Candidates should be able to:
i. Explain different features of database format in MS Access:
– Files designed as tables
– Tables comprising of rows and columns
– Row containing related information about a record
– Column containing specific type of information about a field
ii. Carry out steps to create a database in MS Access to:
– Define the structure of a database
– Indicate field type (numeric, character, data, text, etc.)
– Enter data
– Save data
iii. carry out basic operations on an already created MS Access database:
– searching, modifying, sorting, reporting, selecting, inserting, etc.
iv. Close the MS Access database.
8. Graphics Package
Topics:
(a) Definitions and examples of Graphic packages
(b) Features of CorelDraw
(c) Simple design using CorelDraw
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define Graphics and give examples of Graphic packages (Paint, Harvard Graphics, Photoshop, CorelDraw, Autocad etc)
ii. Explain features of CorelDraw (LiveSketch Tool, Multi-Monitor, Healing Clone Tools, Copy Curve Segments, Gaussian Blur Feature, Touch-Friendly GU Interface, Powerful Stylus Enhancements, Import Legacy Workspaces, Prominent Interactive Sliders, Custom Node Shapes, Font Filtering and Search, Corel Font Manager, Enhanced Vector Previews, Handles and Node etc )
iii. Use features of CorelDraw to activate existing CorelDraw files
iv. Use CorelDraw to design
– Business card
– School logo
– National flag
– Invitation card
– Certificate, etc.
9. Presentation Package
Topics:
(a) Definition of Presentation package and examples of Presentation packages
(b) PowerPoint
i. Features of PowerPoint Environment
ii. Steps in activating an existing PowerPoint
iii. PowerPoint operations
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define Presentation and give examples of Presentation packages (MS PowerPoint, Windows Movie Maker, Micromedia Flash, impress, Apple keynotes, etc.)
ii. Explain features of PowerPoint Environment (Animation Painter, Video Editor, create a video of your presentation, Automatic Ribbons Toolbars, Transitions, Sections, Cropped Tool, Mask Feature, Effective Preview, Screen Shot, Smart Guides,)
iii. Explain steps in activating a PowerPoint presentation
iv. Perform PowerPoint operations to:
– Create new presentation
– Insert pictures, text, graphs, animated contents, add new slide, etc.
– Save presentation, run slide show, print presentation, close presentation etc.
10. Web Design Package
Topics:
(a) Definition and examples of Web Design Packages
(b) Uses Web Design Packages
(c) Elements of Web design using Dreamview
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define and Give examples of Web design packages (HTML, XML, Dreamweaver, Rapidweaver, Google Web Designer, Microsoft Sharepoint Designer, Net Object Fusion, Xara Web Designer etc.)
ii List Elements of Web Design
– Navigation
– Visual design
– Content
– Web friendly
– Interaction Information Accessibility
– Intuitiveness
– Branding
– Turnaround time
– Conversion etc.
iii. Use Dreamweaver for:
– Social Media Management
– Social Media Marketing
– Website Design & Web Development
– Pay Per Click (PPC) Management and Advert Consulting etc.
SECTION D: Managing Computer Files
11. Concept of Computer Files
Topics:
(a) Definitions of basic terms
(b) File organisations
(c) Methods of accessing files
(d) File classifications
(e) Criteria for classifying files
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define some basic terms (File, record, field, data item etc.).
ii. Identify and use of basic data types (numeric, alphabetic, and alphanumeric)
iii. Explain the relationship among file structure items (Data item — field – record-file-database)
Candidates should be able to:
i. Classify files according to how they are organised. (Serial, Sequential, Index and random)
ii. Access files as appropriate (Serial, Sequential and Random).
iii. Classify files into:
– Master
– Transaction
– Reference
iv. Explain the criteria used in classifying files
– Nature of content (Program and Data)
– Organization method
– Storage medium
– Date
– Size etc.
12. Handling Computer Files
Topics:
(a) Basic operations
(b) Data Loss
(c) Security
(d) Computer versus manual files
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to-
i. Perform basic file operations – Create, Delete, Retrieve, Insert, Copy, View, Update, Open, Close etc.
ii. Identify causes of data loss of:
– Overwriting
– Inadvertent deletion
– Hardware malfunction
– Virus attack
– Theft
– Arson
– Natural Disaster etc.
ii. Use different methods of securing data and maintaining its integrity
– Backup
– Antivirus
– Personal Identification Number
– Biometrics
– Passwords
– Proper labelling of storage devices
– CCTV Physical Security
– Fire Extinguisher
– Smoke Alarms etc.
v. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of computer and manual file (security, speed of access and creation cost of setup and maintenance, electricity supply, etc.)
SECTION E: Computer Maintenance and Safety Measures
13. Booting and shutting down process
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to-
i. Defined booting
ii. List the two types of booting process (cold and warm booting)
iii. Explain the difference between cold and warm booting.
iv. Explain the steps involved in booting and shutting down a computer system
14. Computer Maintenance
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Perform general cleaning of the computer system
ii. Charge and replace battery for portable systems and UPS
iii. Clean drive lens
iv. Perform simple hardware and software maintenance
v. Recover data from a crashed system
15. Computer Room Management
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define proper sitting arrangement
ii. Position the monitor, keyboard, CPU, Mouse and other peripherals appropriately
iii. Ensure Proper illumination of the computer room
iv. Maintain a dust free environment
v. Keep liquid away from a computer room
vi. Keep strictly to laboratory rules and regulations
SECTION F: Information & Communication Technology (ICI)
16. Communication Systems
Topics:
(a) Definitions and Acronym of ICT
(b) Types and examples of ICT
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. State the full meaning of the acronym ICT
ii. Define ICT iii. List types of ICT.
– Broadcasting
– Telecommunication
– Data Network
– Information Systems
– Satellite Communication, etc.
iv. Give examples of Broadcasting
– Radio broadcasting
– Television Broadcasting
– Satellites Broadcasting etc.
v. List types of Telecommunications
– Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN Land Line
– Mobile phone system
– Circuit Switched Packet Telephone System (CSPT)
– Satellite Telephone System
– Fixed Wireless Telephone System etc,
vi. List types of Data Network
– Personal Area Network (PAN)
– Local Area Network (LAN)
– Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
– Wide Area Network (WAN)
– Intranet
– Internet etc.
vii. List types of Information System
– Data Processing System
– Global Positioning System (GPS), etc.
17. Application areas of ICT
Topics:
(a) Application areas
(b) ICT based Devices
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define Applications Areas of ICT:
– Teleconferencing
– Video conferencing
– Telecommuting
– Telecomputing
– Messaging
– Information search, retrieval and archival systems
– E-Learning
– Telemedicine
– E-Commerce
– E-Government
– E-Library, etc.
ii. List types of ICT Devices:
– Mobile phones
– Computers Automated Teller Machines (ATM)
– Dispensing Machines
– Point of Sale Machines Automated Cash Register (ACR)
– Radio sets
– Television sets
– Scanners, etc.
18. Internet
Topics:
(a) Definition of terms
(b) Internet Browsers
(c) Features of Internet Browsers
(d) Internet Services
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define Internet
ii. Define and illustrate use of:
– Home page
– Browse
– Browser
– Chatroom
– Cybercafe
– Http
– Html
– ISP
– Webpage
– Website, etc.
iii. Access the Internet through any of the browsers
– Internet Explorer
– Opera
– Firefox
– Cometbird
– tibuntu
– Google Chrome
– Phoenix, etc.
iv. Explain features of the Internet Browsers
– Title Bar
– Menu Bar
– Tool Bar
– Address Bar
– Icons
– Search Bar
19. Electronic Mail
Topics:
(a) Definition
(b) Service
(c) Steps involved in creating and opening mail (email box. and chatting)
(d) Features of e-mail address
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define Electronic Mail and Chatting U. List e-nuil unites.
– Creating e-mail address
– Composing e-mail
– Sending/receiving e-mail
– Adding attachment
– Chatting
– Creating mailing list group etc
ii. Explain the features in an e-mail address e.g [email protected] (user@Domairnname). Explain the components of domain name.
20. Networking
Topics:
(a) Definitions
(b) Network types
(e) Network topologies
(d) Network devices
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define computer network
ii. List and define venous types of Networks:
– PAN
– LAN
– WAN
– MAN
– Milne
– Extinct
– Internet
iii. Explain the differences in basic network topologies:
– Star
– Boo
– Ring
iv. Define and explain the use of network devices:
– Hub
– Modems
– Switches
– Routers
– Gateway
– Repeaters
– Access Points Interface (API)
– Network Interface Card (MC), etc.
21. World Wide Web (www)
Topics:
(a) Definition and full meanings of acronyms
(b) Brief history of www
(c) Basic terminologies
(d) Protocol
(e) Advantages and disadvantages of
(f) Navigation through websites
(g) Software for web development
(h) Differences between email and website
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Give fill meanings of www. HTTP, HTTPS, HTML, XML
iI. Explain the history behind www
iii. Explain basic terminologies:
– www
– website
– Homepage
– Protocol, etc.
iv. Define Protocol and list different types of protocols (http, https, fp, etc.)
v. List uses and benefits of www.
– Accessible from anywhere around the globe with the availability of the Internet access to information or make information accessible to the world
– connect to people from anywhere from home
– purchase products online anywhere in the comfort of your home
– create website for your business and do a lot much more than the physical office
– communicate with anyone around the world through text, chats, and email
– Online course can be completed using www.
– Online marketing and branding of businesses
– Facilitate establishing professional contacts
– Unlimited access to information, etc.
vi. List disadvantages of truly
– Risk of data and identity theft
– Cyberbullying
– Easy spread of fake news
– Hacking
– Spam mails
– Paedophile, etc.
vi. Navigate through websites.
– wwwjamb.org.ng
– www.waec.orz.ng
– www.neco.ng
– www.ui.edu.ng
– www.google.com, etc.
vii Use of software for web development
– Frontpage
– WordPress
– Dreamweaver
– Photoshop
– Google
– Web Designer, etc.
ix. Differentiate between email and website
– [email protected] and
– www.jamb.org.ng
22. Cables and Connectors
Topic:
(a) Network cables and connnectors
(b) Computer cables and connectors
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Identify different network cables and connectors
– Cables (Twisted Pair, Coaxial, Fibre Optics, etc.) Connectors (R.J45, 8311, T-Connectors)
ii Identify different types of Computer Cables and Connectors
– Cables: Power Cables, Data Cables, Printer Cable, Universal Serial Bus (L’S13); Monitor Cable; Serial Cable, Parallel Cable, etc.
– Connectors: Male and Female.
SECTION G: Developing Problem-Solving Skills
23. Programming Language (PL)
Topics:
(a) Derminon and Classification of PL
(b) Advantages and disadvantages of different levels of PL
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define Programming Language (PL)
ii. Identify different classifications of PL.
– Machine Language: interpreted directly in hardware i.e, binary machine code
– Assembly languages. thin swappers over a corresponding machine language i.e, Assembly Language symbolic language.
– High-Level languages: anything that is machine- independent i.e., BASIC, C, Java; Fortran 200S, Python. Pearl etc.
iii. Give advantages and disadvantages of Machine Language, Assembly Language, and High programming Language.
24. High Level Languages (HLL)
Topics:
(a) Classifications of HLL
(b) Characteristics of HLL
(c) Translator
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Classify High-Level programming Languages into:
– Scientific
– General Purpose
– Business – Object oriented
– Procedural
– Artificial Intelligence
– Suing processing
– Domain Specific
– Scripting
– Systems
– Visual
– Esoteric. etc.
ii Explain the characteristics of High Level Programmes Languages:
– Requires translation into machine language
– Portable
– Easier to read, write and maintain as commands are similar to English
– Use data types and data structures, selection statements and repetition iteration constructs
– Use Logic operators and functions that are built into the language.
– Programmers friendly Easy to code, debug and maintain
iii. Define translators and its two basic types:
– Interpreters
– Compilers
25. Algorithm and Flowcharts
Topic:
(a) Definitions
(b) Functions of Algorithm |
(c) Properties of Algorithm
(d) Flowchart symbols
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define Algorithm and flowchart
ii. State functions of algorithms: They are used to perform:
– Calculations
– Data Processing
– Automated reasoning etc.
iii. State and explain the properties of Algorithm Input specified Output specified
– Definiteness
– Effectiveness
– Finiteness etc.
iv. Identify Flowchart symbols
– Start Input/Output
– Process
– Decision Stop
– loop
– Continuation etc.
v. Draw Flowchart of a given programming problem
26. Programming Language Structure
Topics:
(a) Basic Statements
(b) Arithmetic/string operators
(c) Subunits
(d) Primitive and non-primitive data
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Identify features/syntax of a programming language
– Keywords
– Variable types
– Constants’literals
– Numeric String/alphanumeric
– Basic characteristics of the language
ii. Basic statements of a high-level programming language
– Input
– Output
– Processing
– Comments Subunits (Functions, Procedure, Methods, Subroutines etc.)
– Statements (Iteration/Loop, Conditional, Assignment, Dimension, etc.)
iii. Arithmetic operators and expressions
iv. String operators and expressions
v. Built in functions
vi. Primitive data (Integer, float, Boolean, character, etc.)
vii. Non-Primitive Data Types (Arrays, classes, string, etc.)
viii. Complex data structures (Trees, graphs, linked lists, objects etc.)
27. Program Development
Topics:
(a) Definition
(b) Characteristics of programs
(c) Precautions
(d) Steps involved in developing program
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define a program
ii. List characteristics of a good program
– Accuracy
– Readability
– Maintainability
– Efficiency
– Generality
– Clarity etc.
iii. State the precautions required in the development of a program
– Be stable, steady and patient
– No step skipping
– Follow order of execution etc.
iv. Steps involved in program development
– Problem definition
– Problem analysis
– Design (Flow charting/ algorithm) development
– Program coding
– Program compilation
– Program testing/debugging
– Program documentation
– Program Maintenance
v. Examples of:
– Interpreted program (BASIC, Java, python)
– Compiled Program (COBOL, FORTRAN, C, C-H-, Java etc.)
28. System Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Topics:
(a) Definition of SDCL
(b) Stages of SDLC
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define SDLC
ii. Describe SDLC
iii. Explain stages in SDLC
– Preliminary study (Identification of the problem, Recognition of the Need)
– Feasibility Analysis
– Design Implementation (coding, testing, documentation and delivery )
– Maintenance Review
iv. Draw a diagram of a SDLC
SECTION H: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics
Topics:
1. Definition of AI
2. Branches of AI
3. Applications of AI
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define AI
ii. Identify branches of AI
– Machine Learning unsupervised, reinforcement) (supervised).
– Neural Network
– Expert Systems
– Fuzzy Logic
– Natural Language Processing
– Deep Learning etc.
iii. List Application Areas of AI
– Robotics
– E-Commerce
– Navigation
– Human Resource
– Healthcare
– Agriculture
– Gaming
– Automobiles
– Social Media
– Marketing, etc.
29. Fundamentals of Robotics
Topics:
(a) Definition of Robotics
(b) Main Components of Robotics
(c) Types of Robots
(d) Application Areas of Robotics
(e) Advantages and Disadvantages of Robots
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define Robots
ii. Define Robotics
iii. Identify main components of Robots
– Control system
– Sensors
– Actuators
– Power Supply
– End Effectors etc.
iv. Mention types of Robots Robots
– Humanoid Robots
– Autonomous Robots
– Teleoperated Robots
– Augmenting Robots etc.
v. Itemize application areas of Robots
– Logistics
– Manufacturing
– Home
– Travel
– Healthcare
– Security
– Space exploration
– Entertainment
– Agriculture
– Food Preparation
– Manufacturing
– Military
– Customer Service etc.
vi. State advantages and disadvantages of using Robots
SECTION I: Computer Ethics and Human Issues
30.Ethical issues
31. Computer Security
32. Cyber risks and protection
a. Computer-related crime
b. Responsibility for computer failure
c. Protection of computer property, records, and software
d. Privacy of the company, workers, and customers.
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
i. Define computer-related crime.
ii. State examples of computer-related crime. (Compromising computer systems, hacking, theft, etc.)
iii. List methods to prevent unauthorized use of computer system (user identification, Passwords etc.)
iv. List methods to protect computer resources using both electronic and manual methods.
v. List methods to Protect privacy of individuals (workers, companies, customers, government etc.) by law and electronically.
vi. Define computer security
vii. Identify different types of computer security and their characteristics. Network security Internet security (cyber)
– Application Security
– Data security
– Information security
– End user security etc.
viii. Identify appropriate security tool to use for the different types of computer security (Firewalls, antivirus software, encryption, etc.)
ix. Identify categories of application threats and their characteristics (Input, authorization, session management, parameter tampering,
x. Identify basic dimensions of Information Security (Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA))
xi. Mention Network security Issues (unauthorized, intrusion, rules and configurations that protect confidentiality, integrity, and accessibility using both software and hardware.)
xii. Mention Network security methods (antivirus software, application security, behavioural analytics, data loss prevention, email security, firewalls, mobile device security, network segmentation, security, and event management (SEIM), Virtual Private Network (VPN), Web security, wireless security; Network Access Control (NAC).
xiii. List Types of cyber security threats (Cyberaime, cyber-attack, cyber terrorism, malware, virus, trojans, spyware, Ransomware, Adware, Botnets, SQL injection, Phishing, Man-in-the-middle attack, Denial of Service, Dridex, Romance scams, Emotet malware
xiv. List Cyber security safety tips
– Regular update of software and operating systems
– Use of anti-virus software
– Use of strong passwords
– Do not open email attachments from unknown senders
– Do not click on links in entails from unknown senders or unfamiliar websites
– Avoid the use of unsecure WIFI networks in public places etc.
33. Potentials for Higher Studies in Computing
Objectives:
Candidates should be able to:
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i. List possible career paths in computing Software Developer Software Test Engineer Programme Analyst
– System Developer Web Developer Software Development Engineer,
– Computer System Analyst
– Database Administrator
– System Administrator
– System Engineer
– System Analyst
– Network Engineer
– Business Analyst
– Program Manager
– IT Specialist
– Data Analyst/Scientist
– AI and Robotics
– System Security Analyst
– Digital Forensic Analyst
– Mobile App Developer
– ICT Manager
– Blogger
– E- Marketer
– Social Media Manager
– ICT Educator
– Career in Academia
– Private Entrepreneurship
– Internet Police
– IT User Support: Desk Officer
– ICT Librarian
– Computer Instructor, etc.
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