GSEB Class 9 Computer Science Syllabus, Units & Marks
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What is the GSEB Class 9 Computer Science syllabus?
GSEB Class 9 Computer Science is organised into 14 units. The full unit list, the topics inside each one and the exam pattern are below, taken from the syllabus we teach to.
GSEB Class 9 Computer Science unit list
| Unit | Topic |
|---|---|
| Unit 1 | Unit 1: Introduction to Computers |
| Unit 2 | Unit 2: History and Evolution of Computers |
| Unit 3 | Unit 3: Input and Output Devices |
| Unit 4 | Unit 4: Memory, Storage Devices and Data Representation |
| Unit 5 | Unit 5: Introduction to Operating System |
| Unit 6 | Unit 6: Introduction to Ubuntu Linux |
| Unit 7 | Unit 7: Introduction to Ubuntu Linux GUI |
| Unit 8 | Unit 8: Basic Utilities in Ubuntu Linux |
| Unit 9 | Unit 9: Introduction to Word Processing |
| Unit 10 | Unit 10: Editing and Formatting Documents |
| Unit 11 | Unit 11: Tables and Mail Merge |
| Unit 12 | Unit 12: Introduction to Presentation |
| Unit 13 | Unit 13: Introduction to the Internet |
| Unit 14 | Unit 14: Email and Security in Internet |
| Total | 14 units |
What each unit covers
Unit 1: Introduction to Computers
- What is a computer
- Characteristics and uses of computers
- Block diagram of a computer
- Types of computers
Unit 2: History and Evolution of Computers
- Early computing devices
- Generations of computers
- Evolution of modern computers
Unit 3: Input and Output Devices
- Input devices (keyboard, mouse, scanner, etc.)
- Output devices (monitor, printer, speakers)
- Functions of I/O devices
Unit 4: Memory, Storage Devices and Data Representation
- Primary and secondary memory
- RAM, ROM and cache
- Storage devices
- Number systems and data representation
- Units of memory
Unit 5: Introduction to Operating System
- What is an operating system
- Functions of an OS
- Types of operating systems
Unit 6: Introduction to Ubuntu Linux
- What is Ubuntu Linux
- Installing and logging in
- Ubuntu desktop overview
Unit 7: Introduction to Ubuntu Linux GUI
- Working with the graphical user interface
- Windows, icons and menus
- Customising the desktop
Unit 8: Basic Utilities in Ubuntu Linux
- File and folder management
- Using built-in utilities and tools
- System settings basics
Unit 9: Introduction to Word Processing
- Word processor basics (LibreOffice Writer)
- Creating and saving documents
- Working with text
Unit 10: Editing and Formatting Documents
- Editing text
- Character and paragraph formatting
- Page layout and styles
Unit 11: Tables and Mail Merge
- Creating and formatting tables
- Inserting rows, columns and data
- Mail merge concept and steps
Unit 12: Introduction to Presentation
- Presentation software basics (LibreOffice Impress)
- Creating slides
- Adding text, images and transitions
Unit 13: Introduction to the Internet
- What is the internet
- Web browsers and websites
- Searching and using the web
Unit 14: Email and Security in Internet
- Creating and using email
- Sending and receiving messages
- Internet safety and security best practices
Exam pattern
GSEB Class 9 is a school-level (non-board) standard, so assessment is set internally by the school per GSEB/GCERT guidelines - typically a combination of written theory and practical/computer-lab work. Exact theory-to-practical marks split varies by school.
Practical and project work
Hands-on computer lab practice using Ubuntu Linux: file and folder management, document creation and formatting in LibreOffice Writer, tables and mail merge, building presentations in LibreOffice Impress, and using a web browser and email safely.

