NIOS · Class Senior Secondary · Data Entry Operations · Syllabus
NIOS Senior Secondary Data Entry Operations Syllabus, Units & Marks
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What is the NIOS Senior Secondary Data Entry Operations syllabus?
NIOS Senior Secondary Data Entry Operations is organised into 10 units. The full unit list, the topics inside each one and the exam pattern are below, taken from the syllabus we teach to.
NIOS Senior Secondary Data Entry Operations unit list
| Unit | Topic |
|---|---|
| Unit 1 | Unit 1: Lesson 1: Basics of Computer |
| Unit 2 | Unit 2: Lesson 2: Operating System |
| Unit 3 | Unit 3: Lesson 3: Basics of Word Processing |
| Unit 4 | Unit 4: Lesson 4: Formatting of Documents |
| Unit 5 | Unit 5: Lesson 5: Mail Merge |
| Unit 6 | Unit 6: Lesson 6: Basics of Spreadsheets |
| Unit 7 | Unit 7: Lesson 7: Formatting of Spreadsheets |
| Unit 8 | Unit 8: Lesson 8: Formulas, Functions and Charts |
| Unit 9 | Unit 9: Lesson 9: Creating Presentation |
| Unit 10 | Unit 10: Lesson 10: Internet |
| Total | 10 units |
What each unit covers
Unit 1: Lesson 1: Basics of Computer
- Introduction to computers and their characteristics
- Hardware, software and components
- Input, output and storage devices
- Memory and units of measurement
- Generations and classification of computers
Unit 2: Lesson 2: Operating System
- Concept and functions of an operating system
- Working with the desktop, icons and taskbar
- File and folder management
- Control Panel and system settings
- Installing and managing software
Unit 3: Lesson 3: Basics of Word Processing
- Introduction to word processors
- Creating, saving and opening documents
- Editing text: cut, copy, paste, find and replace
- Selecting and navigating text
- Printing documents
Unit 4: Lesson 4: Formatting of Documents
- Text formatting: font, size, style and colour
- Paragraph formatting and alignment
- Page setup, margins and orientation
- Headers, footers and page numbers
- Bullets, numbering, tables and document organization
Unit 5: Lesson 5: Mail Merge
- Concept and uses of mail merge
- Main document and data source
- Creating mailing lists
- Inserting merge fields
- Merging and printing letters and labels
Unit 6: Lesson 6: Basics of Spreadsheets
- Introduction to spreadsheets
- Workbooks, worksheets, rows, columns and cells
- Entering and editing data
- Saving and opening workbooks
- Navigating and selecting ranges
Unit 7: Lesson 7: Formatting of Spreadsheets
- Formatting cells, numbers and text
- Borders, shading and cell styles
- Row height and column width
- Inserting and deleting rows and columns
- Conditional formatting and sorting data
Unit 8: Lesson 8: Formulas, Functions and Charts
- Creating formulas and using operators
- Relative and absolute cell references
- Common functions (SUM, AVERAGE, MAX, MIN, COUNT, IF)
- Creating and editing charts
- Interpreting and formatting charts
Unit 9: Lesson 9: Creating Presentation
- Introduction to presentation software
- Creating and editing slides
- Adding text, images and objects
- Slide layouts, design and transitions
- Running and printing a slide show
Unit 10: Lesson 10: Internet
- Basics of the internet and World Wide Web
- Web browsers and search engines
- Email: composing, sending and managing messages
- Downloading and uploading files
- Internet safety and etiquette
Exam pattern
Theory: 40 marks, 2 hours (Knowledge 20%, Understanding 60%, Application 20%; mix of MCQs, objective, very short, short and long answer questions). Practical: 60 marks. Public exam covers 60% of lessons; remaining lessons assessed through Tutor Marked Assignments (TMA, 40% weightage).
Practical and project work
Practical examination of 60 marks (2 hours) covering Operating System (5 marks), Word Processing (20 marks), Spreadsheet (15 marks), Presentation (10 marks) and Viva-voce (10 marks), based on the official NIOS Practical Manual for subject code 336.
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Frequently asked questions
How many units are there in NIOS Senior Secondary Data Entry Operations?+
NIOS Senior Secondary Data Entry Operations is organised into 10 units.
What is the exam pattern for NIOS Senior Secondary Data Entry Operations?+
Theory: 40 marks, 2 hours (Knowledge 20%, Understanding 60%, Application 20%; mix of MCQs, objective, very short, short and long answer questions). Practical: 60 marks. Public exam covers 60% of lessons; remaining lessons assessed through Tutor Marked Assignments (TMA, 40% weight
Is there a practical exam in NIOS Senior Secondary Data Entry Operations?+
Practical examination of 60 marks (2 hours) covering Operating System (5 marks), Word Processing (20 marks), Spreadsheet (15 marks), Presentation (10 marks) and Viva-voce (10 marks), based on the official NIOS Practical Manual for subject code 336.