Basic Computer Organization and Concept of Hardware 

Basic Computer Organization: Input Unit, Storage Unit, Processing Unit, 

Control Unit, Output Unit

CPU Architecture: Arithmetic and Logic Unit, Control unit, Registers 

Memory: Primary Memory, Secondary Memory 

Access Time, Storage Capacity-bit, byte, nibble 

Cache memory, Primary Memory- RAM ( Static , Dynamic), ROM 2Secondary Memory, storage devices (Magnetic tape, Hard disk , SSD and 

CD drive). Memory hierarchy.

Input and Output Devices 

 Hardware Components 

Concept of Hardware and Software 

Microprocessor, Clock Speed and Performance, Types of processors 

(Single core, dual core, multi core), GPU

Inside CPU: SMPS, Motherboard, Processor, Storage Devices (HDD, 

SSD), RAM (DDR2, DDR3, DDR4), ROM

Motherboard Components: Processor Slot, Cooling Fan, RAM, Expansion 

Slots (PCIe), Mouse and Keyboard Ports, Chipset, BIOS/UEFI Chip, 

SATA/NVMe Slots, Network Interface, Ports- Ethernet, VGA port, 

HDMI port, USB port

312 Cables and Connectors, 

Expansion Cards: Graphics card, Sound Card, Network Interface Card 

 Hardware Assembling 

Safety and Tools: Introduction to ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) safety, 

use of antistatic wrist straps, and essential tools for assembling hardware

15 Assembling a PC: Step-by-step guide on assembling a PC, including 

installing processor onto the motherboard, Setup Cooling Fan, Install 

RAM, Install other expansion cards, Mounting the motherboard into the 

case and Install storage devices (HDD, SSD) into drive bays, Install the 

GPU into the appropriate PCIe slot (if not integrated into the CPU)

 Cable Management: Best practices for managing cables within a PC case 

to ensure optimal airflow and aesthetics.

Connect power supply cables to the motherboard, CPU, GPU, and storage 

devices, Connect case cables (power switch, reset switch, LEDs, USB 

ports) to the appropriate headers on the motherboard, 

 System Configuration, OS Installation, trouble Shooting 

 BIOS and UEFI: Understanding the roles of BIOS and UEFI navigating 

BIOS settings, and configuring hardware.

 Installing and Configuring Operating Systems: Guidelines for 

installing operating systems (Windows, Linux) 

Installing Drivers: install drivers for motherboard components (Chipset, 

LAN, Audio), GPU, and other peripherals.

 Hardware Upgrades: How to upgrade components such as RAM, 

storage, and GPUs, including compatibility considerations.

 Troubleshooting Common Assembly Issues: Identifying and resolving 

common issues encountered during PC assembly 

 Diagnostics and Maintenance: Introduction to methods, tools and 

software used for diagnosing hardware issues.

 Hands-on Hardware Assembling 

Practical Applications, Case Study and Course Project