Fundamentals of Computing Module Introduction Quiz

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What is the main focus of the first half of the module?

Studying software upgrade and security

Analyzing the CPU architecture and peripheral devices

Understanding the relationships between number systems, Boolean algebra, and logic gates (correct)

Exploring database and SQL

Which instructor holds an MSc. in Physics from TU-2017?

Uttam Acharya (correct)

Dipesh Shrestha

Raj Pradhan

Nuraj Rajbhandari

What is the educational background of Nerisha Shrestha?

BSc (Hons) Mathematics

BSc (Hons) Computer Science (correct)

MSc. Physics

BSc. Computer Science, MA Psychology

What are the topics covered in the first half of the module?

Number systems, Boolean algebra, logic gates, and digital electronic circuit design Signup and view all the answers

Who is the instructor with a background in BSc (Hons) Computer Science and MA Psychology?

Nuraj Rajbhandari Signup and view all the answers

What does the second half of the module cover?

Windows and Linux OS, batch file for Windows OS, database, SQL, networking, software upgrade, and security Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the second half of the module?

Working with computers without graphical interfaces Signup and view all the answers

In the context of digital electronics, what does 'digital' refer to?

Discrete values typically represented by values of a physical quantity Signup and view all the answers

What does the decimal scheme signify regarding the position of each digit?

Each digit is assigned a weight based on its position Signup and view all the answers

How are non-integer numbers represented in digital electronics?

Using floating-point representation Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the two positions of a light switch in digital electronics?

'On' and 'off' are represented by different, discrete, values of analogue signals Signup and view all the answers

What is the weight of the right-most digit in the decimal scheme?

$1$ Signup and view all the answers

In digital electronics, what is the purpose of internal representation?

Storing and processing numerical data Signup and view all the answers

What does 'analogue' refer to?

Signals represented by continuously variable physical quantity Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a tutorial in the teaching strategy?

To discuss and clear confusions related to the topic Signup and view all the answers

What is the textbook recommended for Computer System Architecture?

Computer System Architecture M. Morris Mano (Pearson, 3rd Edition ) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Instructor Background

The instructor with an MSc in Physics from TU-2017 is not specified by name.
Nerisha Shrestha's educational background is not specified.
The instructor with a background in BSc (Hons) Computer Science and MA Psychology is not specified by name.

Module Overview

The first half of the module covers the basics of digital electronics.
The topics covered in the first half of the module are not specified.
The second half of the module covers more advanced topics in digital electronics.
The main focus of the second half of the module is not specified.

Digital Electronics

In digital electronics, 'digital' refers to the use of discrete values or digits to represent information.
In the decimal scheme, each digit in a number can have 10 possible values (0-9) and the position of each digit signifies its place value.
Non-integer numbers are represented in digital electronics using a binary or hexadecimal system.
A light switch has two positions, which represent the two states of a digital signal (on/off, 0/1).
The weight of the right-most digit in the decimal scheme is 10^0 (1).
The purpose of internal representation in digital electronics is to store and process information within a computer system.

Analogue vs Digital

'Analogue' refers to the use of continuous signals or values to represent information.

Teaching Strategy

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Description

This quiz covers the introduction to the 'Fundamentals of Computing' module by Uttam Acharya. It includes information about the module, the instructors, and the agenda for the first week's lecture.