IGNOU MLII-103 Assignment 2026-27
Fundamentals of Information Communication Technologies
Last updated by IGNOU: 05 Aug 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 25 Oct 2026, 04:24 am.
| Course code | MLII-103 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Fundamentals of Information Communication Technologies |
| Programme | Master’s Degree Programme in Library and Information Science (MLIS)MLIS |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | AST/TMA/ Jul.2026-Jan.2027 (Tutor Marked Assignment); AST/PRAC/ Jul.2026-Jan.2027 (Practical) |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2027 |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
About the MLII-103 assignment
The MLII-103 assignment covers Units 1–14, including computer devices, programme development, switching, convergence, electronic media, reprography, electronic publishing and library networks. Its practical component covers computer and networking equipment, MS-DOS commands and Windows functions.
The PDF divides the work into a 50-mark Tutor Marked Assignment and a 50-mark practical, matching the listing’s total of 100 marks. The written assignment has five compulsory question groups worth 10 marks each: the first four offer alternatives, while the fifth requires two short notes. The practical has three areas carrying 15, 15 and 20 marks.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1.1 (alternative to Q1.2) | 10 | Distinguish input devices from output devices and describe three of each with suitable illustrations. |
| Q1.2 (alternative to Q1.1) | 10 | Explain the programme development life cycle in detail. |
| Q2.1 (alternative to Q2.2) | 10 | Explain switching techniques and compare any two techniques in detail. |
| Q2.2 (alternative to Q2.1) | 10 | Explain convergence, its goal and objectives, and its basic requirements. |
| Q3.1 (alternative to Q3.2) | 10 | Define electronic media and examine its different types. |
| Q3.2 (alternative to Q3.1) | 10 | Explain reprography and the methods used for reprographic reproduction. |
| Q4.1 (alternative to Q4.2) | 10 | Trace the development of electronic publishing and discuss print-on-demand electronic publishing. |
| Q4.2 (alternative to Q4.1) | 10 | Explain library networks and discuss the main activities of INFLIBNET. |
| Q5.0 | 10 | Write short notes on any two topics chosen from software types, Broadband ISDN, interlibrary loan, and electronic theses and dissertations. |
| Practical 1 | 15 | Become familiar with computer components and telecommunications equipment used in networking. |
| Practical 2 | 15 | Work with different MS-DOS commands. |
| Practical 3 | 20 | Explore the functions of the Windows operating system. |
This is a summary of each question. Download the official PDF above for the exact questions and word limits.
How to write and submit it
- Use the assignment set for your admission session; its validity is one year, and missing the session deadline requires attempting a fresh set for a subsequent session.
- Write your answers by hand in English or Hindi; typed assignments and computer printouts are not accepted.
- Put your enrolment number, name, full address and dispatch date at the top right of the first page.
- Put the programme title/code, course title/code, assignment number, and study centre name and code at the top left of the first page, following the prescribed format.
- Complete all required question groups, observing the printed alternatives and the requirement to attempt any two short notes in Question 5.
- Explain relevant course material in your own words; reproducing unit text earns zero, and copying another student’s answers leads to rejection.
- Use foolscap-size paper, leave a three-inch left margin and at least four lines between answers, and include the question number with each answer.
- Submit the assignment to the Coordinator or Programme In-charge of your allotted Study Centre by the applicable deadline; the concerned counsellor will provide further practical details.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam; July 2026 session); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam; January 2027 session).
Frequently asked questions
What are the maximum marks and weightage for MLII-103?
The official listing gives 100 maximum marks and 30% weightage. The PDF allocates 50 marks to the Tutor Marked Assignment and 50 marks to the practical.
Do I need to answer every MLII-103 written question?
All five question groups are compulsory. Choose one alternative in each of Groups 1–4, and write notes on any two listed topics in Question 5. Each group carries 10 marks.
What are the submission deadlines for the 2026–27 assignment?
The deadlines are 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. The PDF associates these with the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions respectively.
Can I submit MLII-103 in Hindi or as a typed assignment?
You may write in English or Hindi, but typed assignments and computer printouts are not permitted.
What does the MLII-103 practical cover?
It covers computer and networking equipment for 15 marks, MS-DOS commands for 15 marks, and Windows operating system functions for 20 marks. Further details will come from the concerned counsellor.
Where should I submit the MLII-103 assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator or Programme In-charge of your allotted Study Centre within the applicable deadline.
Other IGNOU MLIS assignments
- MLI-101: Information, Communication and Society
- MLI-102: Management of Library and Information Centres
- MLIE-101: Preservation and Conservation of Library Materials
- MLIE-102: Research Methodology
- MLIE-103: Academic Library System
- MLIE-104: Technical Writing
- MLIE-105: Informetrics and Scientometrics
- MLIE-106: Public Library System and Services
- MLII-101: Information Sources, Systems and Services
- MLII-102: Information Processing and Retrieval
- MLII-104: Information Communication Technologies-Applications
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