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Scheme of Examination for Under-Graduate Programmes Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA): SCHEME D according to
Curriculum Framework for Under-Graduate Programmes
As per NEP-2020 (Multiple Entry-Exit, Internships and Choice Based Credit System)
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE & APPLICATIONS
(For the Batches Admitted From 2023-2024)
Kurukshetra University Kurukshetra
Scheme of Examination for Undergraduate programmes Subject: BCA
According to
Curriculum Framework for Undergraduate Programmes
as per NEP 2020 (Multiple Entry-Exit, Internships and Choice Based Credit System)
Sem
Course Type
Course Code
Nomenclature of paper
Credits
Contact hours
Internal marks
End term Marks
Total Marks
Duration of exam (Hrs)
T + P
1
CC-A1
B23-CAP-101
Problem Solving through C
3
3
20
50
70
3
Practical
1
2
10
20
30
3
CC-B1
B23-CAP-102
Foundations of Computer Science
3
3
20
50
70
3
Practical
1
2
10
20
30
3
CC-C1
B23-CAP-103
Logical Organization of Computer
3
3
20
50
70
3
Practical
1
2
10
20
30
3
CC-M1
B23-CAP-104
Mathematical Foundations for Computer Science-I
1
1
10
20
30
3
Practical
1
2
5
15
20
3
MDC1
To be taken from other department
SEC1
To be taken from SEC Pool
VAC1
To be taken from VAC Pool
AEC1
To be taken from AEC Pool
2
CC-A2
B23-CAP-201
Object Oriented Programming using C++
3
3
20
50
70
3
Practical
1
2
10
20
30
3
Course
Subject Code
Subject Name
BCA 1st
102
Foundation of Computer Science
BCA 1st Sem
103
Logical Organization of Computer
BCA 1st Sem
104
Mathematics
BCA 1st Sem
101
C Programming
BCA 1st Sem
B23-SEC-103
Basic it Tools
BCA 1st Sem
B23-VAC-101
Human Values and Ethics (50% students)
BCA 1st Sem
B23-VAC-201
Environmental Studies (50% students)
BCA 1st Sem
B-AEC-E101
English language & Communication
BCA 1st Sem
B23-POL-104
Political Science - Indian Polity
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE & APPLICATIONS
KURUKSHETRA UNIVERSITY, KURUKSHETRA
Session: 2023-24
Part A - Introduction
Subject
BCA
Semester
I
Name of the Course
Problem Solving through C
Course Code
B23-CAP-101 (Common with B23-CAI-101, B23-CDS- 101, B23-CTS-101)
Course Type: (CC/MCC/MDC/CC- M/DSEC/VOC/DSE/PC/AEC/ VAC)
CC
Level of the course (As per Annexure-I
100-199
Pre-requisite for the course (if any)
Course Learning Outcomes(CLO):
After completing this course, the learner will be able to:
learn the basics of C program, data types and input/output statements.
understand different types of operators, their hierarchies and also control statements of C.
implement programs using arrays and strings.
get familiar with advanced concepts like structures, union etc. in C language.
5*. to implement the programs based on various concepts of C.
Credits
Theory
Practical
Total
3
1
4
Contact Hours
3
2
5
Max. Marks:100(70(T)+30(P))
Internal Assessment Marks:30(20(T)+10(P)) End Term Exam Marks: 70(50(T)+20(P))
Time: 3 Hrs.(T), 3Hrs.(P)
Part B- Contents of the Course
Instructions for Paper- Setter
Examiner will set a total of nine questions. Out of which first question will be compulsory. Remaining eight questions will be set from four unit selecting two questions from each unit. Examination will be of three-hour duration. All questions will carry equal marks. First question will comprise of short answer type questions covering entire syllabus.
Candidate will have to attempt five questions in all, selecting one question from each unit. First
question will be compulsory.
Practicum will be evaluated by an external and an internal examiner. Examination will be of three-hour duration.
Unit
Topics
Contact Hours
I
Overview of C: History, Importance, Structure of C Program, Character Set, Constants and Variables, Identifiers and Keywords, Data Types, Assignment Statement, Symbolic Constant.
Input/output: Formatted I/O Function-, Input Functions viz. scanf(), getch(), getche(), getchar(), gets(),
output functions viz. printf(), putch(), putchar(), puts().
10
II
Operators & Expression: Arithmetic, Relational, Logical, Bitwise, Unary, Assignment, Conditional Operators and Special Operators Operator Hierarchy; Arithmetic Expressions, Evaluation of Arithmetic Expression,
Type Casting and Conversion. Decision making with if statement, if- else statement, nested if statement, else-if ladder, switch and break statement, goto statement, Looping Statements: for, while, and do- while loop, jumps in loops.
10
III
Arrays: One Dimensional arrays - Declaration, Initialization and Memory representation; Two Dimensional arrays -Declaration, Initialization and Memory representation.
Functions: definition, prototype, function call, passing arguments to a function: call by value; call by reference, recursive functions.
Strings: Declaration and Initialization, String I/O, Array of Strings, String Manipulation Functions: String Length, Copy, Compare, Concatenate etc., Search for a Substring.
10
IV
Pointers in C: Declaring and initializing pointers, accessing address and value of variables using pointers; Pointers and Arrays.
User defined data types: Structures - Definition, Advantages of Structure, declaring structure variables, accessing structure members, Structure members initialization, Array of Structures; Unions - Union definition; difference between Structure and Union.
10
V*
Practicum:
Students are advised to do laboratory/practical practice not limited to, but including the following types of problems:
To read radius of a circle and to find area and circumference
To read three numbers and find the biggest of three
To check whether the number is prime or not
To read a number, find the sum of the digits, reverse the number and check it for palindrome
To read numbers from keyboard continuously till the user
presses 999 and to find the sum of only positive numbers
To read percentage of marks and to display appropriate message (Demonstration of else-if ladder)
To find the roots of quadratic equation
To read marks scored by n students and find the average of
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marks (Demonstration of single dimensional array)
To remove Duplicate Element in a single dimensional Array
To perform addition and subtraction of Matrices
To find factorial of a number
To generate Fibonacci series
To remove Duplicate Element in a single dimensional Array
To find the length of a string without using built in function
To demonstrate string functions
To read, display and add two m x n matrices using functions
To read a string and to find the number of alphabets, digits, vowels, consonants, spaces and special characters
To Swap Two Numbers using Pointers
To demonstrate student structure to read & display records of n students
To demonstrate the difference between structure & union.
Suggested Evaluation Methods
Internal Assessment:
Theory
Class Participation: 5
Seminar/presentation/assignment/quiz/class test etc.: 5
Mid-Term Exam: 10
Practicum
Class Participation: 5
Seminar/Demonstration/Viva-voce/Lab records etc.: 5
Mid-Term Exam: NA
End Term Examination: A three hour exam for both theory and practicum.
Part C-Learning Resources
Recommended Books/e-resources/LMS:
Gottfried, Byron S., Programming with C, Tata McGraw Hill.
Balagurusamy, E., Programming in ANSI C, Tata McGraw-Hill.
Jeri R. Hanly & Elliot P. Koffman, Problem Solving and Program Design in C, Addison Wesley.
Yashwant Kanetker, Let us C, BPB.
Rajaraman, V., Computer Programming in C, PHI.
Yashwant Kanetker, Working with C, BPB.
*Applicable for courses having practical component.
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE & APPLICATIONS
KURUKSHETRA UNIVERSITY, KURUKSHETRA
Session: 2023-24
Part A - Introduction
Subject
BCA
Semester
I
Name of the Course
Foundations of Computer Science
Course Code
B23-CAP-102 (Common with B23-CAI-101, B23-CDS- 101, B23-CTS-101)
Course Type: (CC/MCC/MDC/CC- M/DSEC/VOC/DSE/PC/AEC/ VAC)
CC
Level of the course (As per Annexure-I
100-199
Pre-requisite for the course (if any)
Course Learning Outcomes(CLO):
After completing this course, the learner will be able to:
understand the basics of computer
learn about I/O devices and operating systems
understand internet and its services
learn about the threats and security concepts on computers
5*. to understand the working of operating system, internet and security related concepts.
Credits
Theory
Practical
Total
3
1
4
Contact Hours
3
2
5
Max. Marks:100(70(T)+30(P))
Internal Assessment Marks:30(20(T)+10(P)) End Term Exam Marks: 70(50(T)+20(P))
Time: 3 Hrs.(T), 3Hrs.(P)
Part B- Contents of the Course
Instructions for Paper- Setter
Examiner will set a total of nine questions. Out of which first question will be compulsory. Remaining eight questions will be set from four unit selecting two questions from each unit. Examination will be of three-hour duration. All questions will carry equal marks. First question will comprise of short answer type questions covering entire syllabus.
Candidate will have to attempt five questions in all, selecting one question from each unit. First question will be compulsory.
Practicum will be evaluated by an external and an internal examiner. Examination will be of
three-hour duration.
Unit
Topics
Contact Hours
I
Computer Fundamentals: Evolution of Computers through generations, Characteristics of Computers, Strengths and Limitations of Computers, Classification of Computers, Functional Components of a Computer System, Applications of computers in Various Fields. Types of Software: System software, Application software, Utility Software, Shareware, Freeware, Firmware, Free Software.
Memory Systems: Concept of bit, byte, word, nibble, storage locations and addresses, measuring units of storage capacity, access time, concept of memory hierarchy. Primary Memory - RAM, ROM, PROM, EPROM. Secondary Memory - Types of storage devices, Magnetic Tape, Hard Disk, Optical Disk, Flash Memory.
10
II
I/O Devices: I/O Ports of a Desk Top Computer, Device Controller, Device Driver. Input Devices: classification and use, keyboard, pointing devices - mouse, touch pad and track ball, joystick, magnetic stripes, scanner, digital camera, and microphone Output Devices: speaker, monitor, printers: classification, laser, ink jet, dot-matrix. Plotter.
Introduction to Operating System: Definition, Functions, Features of Operating System, Icon, Folder, File, Start Button, Task Bar, Status Buttons, Folders, Shortcuts, Recycle Bin, Desktop, My Computer, My Documents, Windows Explorer, Control Panel.
10
III
The Internet: Introduction to networks and internet, history, Internet, Intranet & Extranet, Working of Internet, Modes of Connecting to Internet.
Electronic Mail: Introduction, advantages and disadvantages, User Ids, Passwords, e-mail addresses, message components, message composition, mailer features. Browsers and search engines.
10
IV
Threats: Physical & non-physical threats, Virus, Worm, Trojan, Spyware, Keylogers, Rootkits, Adware, Cookies, Phishing, Hacking, Cracking.
Computer Security Fundamentals: Confidentiality, Integrity, Authentication, Non-Repudiation, Security Mechanisms, Security Awareness, Security Policy, anti-virus software & Firewalls, backup & recovery.
10
V*
Practicum:
Students are advised to do laboratory/practical practice not limited to, but including the following types of problems:
Operating System:
Starting with basics of Operating Systems and its functionalities
Computer Basics:
Identify the various computer hardware
Understanding the working of computer
Understanding various types of software
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Internet and E-mail:
Using Internet for various tasks
Creating and using e-mail. Security:
Understanding various threats
How to be safe from virus threats
Various software to get safe from virus attacks.
Suggested Evaluation Methods
Internal Assessment:
Theory
Class Participation: 5
Seminar/presentation/assignment/quiz/class test etc.: 5
Mid-Term Exam: 10
Practicum
Class Participation: 5
Seminar/Demonstration/Viva-voce/Lab records etc.: 5
Mid-Term Exam: NA
End Term Examination: A three hour exam for both theory and practicum.
Part C-Learning Resources
Recommended Books/e-resources/LMS:
Sinha, P.K. & Sinha, Priti, Computer Fundamentals, BPB.
Dromey, R.G., How to Solve it By Computer, PHI.
Norton, Peter, Introduction to Computer, McGraw-Hill.
Leon, Alexis & Leon, Mathews, Introduction to Computers, Leon Tech World.
Rajaraman, V., Fundamentals of Computers, PHI.
*Applicable for courses having practical component.
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE & APPLICATIONS
KURUKSHETRA UNIVERSITY, KURUKSHETRA
Session: 2023-24
Part A - Introduction
Subject
BCA
Semester
I
Name of the Course
Logical Organization of Computer
Course Code
B23-CAP-103 (Common with B23-CAI-101, B23-CDS- 101, B23-CTS-101)
Course Type: (CC/MCC/MDC/CC- M/DSEC/VOC/DSE/PC/AEC/ VAC)
CC
Level of the course (As per Annexure-I
100-199
Pre-requisite for the course (if any)
Basic Knowledge of Mathematics (10th Level)
Course Learning Outcomes(CLO):
After completing this course, the learner will be able to:
understand number systems, error detecting correcting code and representations of numbers in a computer system.
understand computer arithmetic and Boolean algebra and simplification of Boolean expressions.
understand working of logic gates and design various combinational circuits using these logic gates.
understand working of different types of flip-flops and design different types of registers.
5*. to understand the practical aspects of logical organization of computer.
Credits
Theory
Practical
Total
3
1
4
Contact Hours
3
2
5
Max. Marks:100(70(T)+30(P))
Internal Assessment Marks:30(20(T)+10(P)) End Term Exam Marks: 70(50(T)+20(P))
Time: 3 Hrs.(T), 3Hrs.(P)
Part B- Contents of the Course
Instructions for Paper- Setter
Examiner will set a total of nine questions. Out of which first question will be compulsory. Remaining eight questions will be set from four unit selecting two questions from each unit. Examination will be of three-hour duration. All questions will carry equal marks. First question
will comprise of short answer type questions covering entire syllabus.
Candidate will have to attempt five questions in all, selecting one question from each unit. First question will be compulsory.
Practicum will be evaluated by an external and an internal examiner. Examination will be of three-hour duration.
Unit
Topics
Contact Hours
I
Number Systems: Binary, Octal, Hexadecimal etc. Conversions from one number system to another, BCD Number
System. BCD Codes: Natural Binary Code, Weighted Code, Self- Complimenting Code, Cyclic Code.
Error Detecting and Correcting Codes. Character representations: ASCII, EBCDIC and Unicode.
Number Representations: Integer numbers - sign-magnitude, 1’s & 2’s complement representation. Real Numbers normalized floating point representations.
10
II
Binary Arithmetic: Binary Addition, Binary Subtraction, Binary Multiplication, Binary Division using 1’s and 2’s Compliment representations, Addition and subtraction with BCD representations. Boolean Algebra: Boolean Algebra Postulates, basic Boolean Theorems, Boolean Expressions, Boolean Functions, Truth Tables, Canonical Representation of Boolean Expressions: SOP and POS, Simplification of Boolean Expressions using Boolean Postulates & Theorems, Kaurnaugh-Maps (upto four variables), Handling Don’t Care conditions.
10
III
Logic Gates: Basic Logic Gates – AND, OR, NOT, Universal Gates – NAND, NOR, Other Gates – XOR, XNOR etc. Their symbols, truth tables and Boolean expressions.
Combinational Circuits: Design Procedures, Half Adder, Full Adder, Half Subtractor, Full Subtracor, Multiplexers, Demultiplexers, Decoder, Encoder, Comparators, Code Converters.
10
IV
Sequential Circuits: Basic Flip- Flops and their working. Synchronous and Asynchronous Flip –Flops, Triggering of Flip- Flops, Clocked RS, D Type, JK, T type and Master-Slave Flip-Flops. State Table, State Diagram and State Equations.
Flip-flops characteristics & Excitation Tables.
Sequential Circuits: Designing registers –Serial-In Serial-Out (SISO),
Serial-In Parallel-Out (SIPO), Parallel-In Serial-Out (PISO) Parallel-In Parallel-Out (PIPO) and shift registers.
10
V*
Practicum:
Students are advised to do laboratory/practical practice not limited to, but including the following types of problems:
Number System:
Problems based on Number System and their conversion.
Programs based on Number System conversion. Binary Arithmetic
Problems based on Binary Arithmetic.
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Programs based on Binary Arithmetic.
Problems based on Boolean Expression and their simplification
Logic Gates
Understanding working of logic Gates. Combinatorial Circuits:
Designing and understanding various combinational circuits. Sequential Circuits:
Designing and understanding various sequential circuits.
Suggested Evaluation Methods
Internal Assessment:
Theory
Class Participation: 5
Seminar/presentation/assignment/quiz/class test etc.: 5
Mid-Term Exam: 10
Practicum
Class Participation: 5
Seminar/Demonstration/Viva-voce/Lab records etc.: 5
Mid-Term Exam: NA
End Term Examination: A three hour exam for both theory and practicum.
Part C-Learning Resources
Recommended Books/e-resources/LMS:
M. Morris Mano, Digital Logic and Computer Design, Prentice Hall of India Pvt. Ltd.
V. Rajaraman, T. Radhakrishnan, An Introduction to Digital Computer Design, Prentice Hall.
Andrew S. Tanenbaum, Structured Computer Organization, Prentice Hall of India Pvt. Ltd.
Nicholas Carter, Schaum’s Outlines Computer Architecture, Tata McGraw-Hill.
*Applicable for courses having practical component.
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE & APPLICATIONS
KURUKSHETRA UNIVERSITY, KURUKSHETRA
Session: 2023-24
Part A - Introduction
Subject
BCA
Semester
I
Name of the Course
Mathematical Foundations for Computer Science-I
Course Code
B23-CAP-104 (Common with B23-CAI-101, B23-CDS- 101, B23-CTS-101)
Course Type: (CC/MCC/MDC/CC- M/DSEC/VOC/DSE/PC/AEC/ VAC)
CC-M
Level of the course (As per Annexure-I
100-199
Pre-requisite for the course (if any)
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO):
After learning this course student will be able:
Gain the knowledge of set theory, types of sets and operations on sets. Understand various concepts of matrices and determinants, and acquire the cognitive skills to apply different operations on matrices and determinants.
Have the knowledge of the basic concepts of complex numbers and acquire skills to solve linear quadratic equations.
Gain the knowledge of the concepts of Arithmetic progression, Geometric progression and Harmonic progression, and find A.M., G.M. and H.M. of given numbers.
Understand the concept of differentiation
* Attain the skills to make use of the learnt concepts of Introductory Mathematics in multidisciplinary learning contexts and to know their applications
Credits
Theory
Practical
Total
1
1
2
Contact Hours
1
2
3
Max. Marks:50(30(T)+20(P))
Internal Assessment Marks:15(10(T)+5(P)) End Term Exam Marks:35(20(T)+15(P))
Time: 3 Hrs.(T), 3Hrs.(P)
Part B-Contents of the Course
Instructions for Paper- Setter
Unit
Topics
Contact Hours
I
Sets and their representations, Empty set, Finite and infinite sets, Subsets, Equal sets, Power sets, Universal set, Union and intersection of sets, Difference of two sets, Complement of a set, Venn diagram, De-Morgan’s laws and their applications.
4
II
An introduction to matrices and their types, Operations on matrices, Symmetric and skew-symmetric matrices, Minors, Co-factors. Determinant of a square matrix, Adjoint and inverse of a square matrix, Solutions of a system of linear equations up to order 3.
4
III
Quadratic equations, Solution of quadratic equations. Arithmetic progression, Geometric progression, Harmonic progression, Arithmetic mean (A.M.), Geometric mean (G.M.), Harmonic mean (H.M.), Relation between A.M., G.M. and H.M.
4
IV
The concept of differentiation, differentiation of simple functions, Use of differentiation for solving problems related to real-life situations. Differentiation of simple algebraic, trigonometric and exponential functions.
4
V*
Practicum:
Students are advised to do laboratory/practical practice not limited to, but including the following types of problems: Problem Solving- Questions related to the practical problems based on following topics will be worked out and record of those will be maintained in the Practical Note Book:
Problems related to union, intersection, difference and complement of sets.
Problems based on De Morgan’s Laws.
Problems related to Venn diagrams.
Problems to find inverse of a matrix.
Problems to find determinant of a square matrix of order 3.
Problems to find nth term of A.P., G.P. and H.P.
Problems to find sum of n terms of A.P., G.P. and H.P.
Problems to find A.M., G.M. and H.M. of given numbers.
Problems involving formulation and solution of quadratic equations in one variable.
Problems to find first derivatives of functions.
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Suggested Evaluation Methods
Internal Assessment:
Theory
Class Participation: 4
End Term Examination:
A three hour exam
Seminar/presentation/assignment/quiz/class test etc.: NA
Mid-Term Exam: 6
Practicum
Class Participation: NA
Seminar/Demonstration/Viva-voce/Lab records etc.: 5
Mid-Term Exam: NA
for both theory and practicum.
PartC-Learning Resources
Text /Reference Books:
C. Y. Young (2021). Algebra and Trigonometry. Wiley.
S.L. Loney (2016). The Elements of Coordinate Geometry (Cartesian Coordinates) (2nd Edition). G.K. Publication Private Limited.
Seymour Lipschutz and Marc Lars Lipson (2013). Linear Algebra. (4th Edition) Schaum’s Outline Series, McGraw-Hill.
C.C. Pinter (2014). A Book of Set Theory. Dover Publications.
J. V. Dyke, J. Rogers and H. Adams (2011). Fundamentals of Mathematics (10th Edition), Brooks/Cole.
A. Tussy, R. Gustafson and D. Koenig (2010). Basic Mathematics for College Students
(4th Edition). Brooks Cole
*Applicable for courses having practical component.
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE & APPLICATIONS
KURUKSHETRA UNIVERSITY, KURUKSHETRA
Session: 2023-24
Part A - Introduction
Subject
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Semester
I
Name of the Course
Basic IT Tools
Course Code
B23-SEC-103
Course Type: (CC/MCC/MDC/CC-
M/DSEC/VOC/DSE/PC/AEC/VAC)
SEC
Level of the course (As per Annex- ure-I
Pre-requisite for the course (if any)
Course Learning Outcomes(CLO):
After completing this course, the learner will be able to:
Identify the basic components of computers and ter- minology
acquaint with Operating System and its applications for both desktop and mobile devices
Understand computer networks, and browse the inter- net, content search, email and collaborate with peers
Use e-Governance applications; and use computer to improve existing skills and learn new skills
5*. to implement various spreadsheet tools practically.
Credits
Theory
Practical
Total
2
1
3
Contact Hours
2
2
4
Max. Marks:75(50(T)+25(P))
Internal Assessment Marks:20(15(T)+5(P)) End Term Exam Marks:55(35(T)+20(P))
Time: 3 Hrs.(T), 3Hrs.(P)
Part B-Contents of the Course
Instructions for Paper- Setter
Examiner will set a total of nine questions. Out of which first question will be compulsory. Remaining eight questions will be set from four unit selecting two questions from each unit. Examination will be of three-hour duration. All questions will carry equal marks. First question will comprise of short answer type questions covering entire syllabus.
Candidate will have to attempt five questions in all, selecting one question from each unit. First
question will be compulsory.
Practicum will be evaluated by an external and an internal examiner. Examination will be of three- hour duration.
Unit
Topics
Contact Hours
I
Introduction to Computer: Computer and Latest IT gadgets, Evolution of Computers & its applications, Basics of Hardware and Software, Application Software, Systems Software, Utility Software. Central Processing Unit, Input devices, Output devices, Computer Memory & storage, Mobile Apps.
6
II
Introduction to Operating System, Functions of the Operating system, Operating Systems for Desktop and Laptop, Operating Systems for Mobile Phone and Tablets, User Interface for Desktop and Laptop, Task Bar, Icons & shortcuts, Running an Application, Operating System Simple Setting, Changing System Date and Time, Changing Display Properties, To Add or Remove Program and Features, Adding, Removing & Sharing Printers, File and Folder Management.
6
III
Introduction to Internet and World Wide Web, Basic of Computer Networks, Local Area Network (LAN), Wide Area Network (WAN), Network Topology, Internet, Applications of Internet, Website Address and URL, Popular Web Browsers (Internet Explorer/Edge, Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Opera etc.), Popular Search Engines, Searching on the Internet.
6
IV
E-mail: Using E-mails, Opening Email account, Mailbox: Inbox and Outbox, Creating and Sending a new E-mail, replying to an E-mail message, forwarding an E-mail message, searching emails, Attaching files with email, Email Signature. Social Networking: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Instant Messaging (WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, Telegram), Introduction to Blogs, Digital Locker.
6
V*
Practicum:
Identify the various parts of computer
Using computer/mobile software and hardware
Use of operating system for various tasks such as file creation, directory creation, shortcut creation, using control panel, etc.
Using Internet & various browsers.
Identify the various hardware/software required for Internet
How to create and use e-mail account
Using Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, LinkedIn, Telegram
Writing blogs
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Suggested Evaluation Methods
Internal Assessment:
Theory
End Term Ex- amination:
A three hour ex-
Class Participation: 4
Seminar/presentation/assignment/quiz/class test etc.:4
Mid-Term Exam: 7
Practicum
Class Participation: 2
Seminar/Demonstration/Viva-voce/Lab records etc.:3
Mid-Term Exam: NA
am for both theo- ry and practi- cum.
PartC-Learning Resources
Recommended Books/e-resources/LMS:
Sinha, P.K. & Sinha, Priti, Computer Fundamentals, BPB
Dromey, R.G., How to Solve it By Computer, PHI
Norton, Peter, Introduction to Computer, McGraw-Hill
Leon, Alexis & Leon, Mathews, Introduction to Computers, Leon Tech World
Rajaraman, V., Fundamentals of Computers, PHI
Ram, B., Computer Fundamentals, Architecture & Organization, New Age International
(P) Ltd.
*Applicable for courses having practical component.
VAC
Session: 2023-24
Part A – Introduction
Subject
Philosophy
Semester
First
Name of the Course
Human Values and Ethics
Course Code
B- VAC 101
Course Type:
(CC/MCC/MDC/CC-M/DSEC/VOC/DSE/PC/AEC/VAC)
VAC
Level of the course (As per Annexure-I
100-199
Pre-requisite for the course (if any)
N.A
34(1795)
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO):
After completing this course, the learner will be able to know/understand:
the Need, Content and Process for Value Education.
the Human Values and Ethics
the theories of Integrated Personality and Well-being
the Professional Ethics and Global Citizenship
Theory
Practical
Total
Credits
02
00
02
Contact Hours
02
00
02
Max. Marks:-50
Internal Assessment Marks:-15End Term Exam Marks:-35
Time:-3 hrs.
Part B-Contents of the Course
Instructions for Paper- Setter
The paper-setter is requested to set Nine questions in all i.e., One Compulsory Objective Type Question (7x1) without any choice, equitably distributed over the whole syllabi and Two Questions from Each Unit equitably spread over the concerned unit. The examinees will have to attempt Five questions in all, selecting one question from each unit. All questions carry equalmarks.
Unit
Topics
Contact Hours
I
Course Introduction - Need, Content and Process for Value Education
Understanding the need, content and process for Value Education. (Students should be aware of the difference among skills, values and ethics and their respective needsin life.)
Classification of Value Education: understanding Personal Values, Social Values,
Moral Values & Spiritual Values; Understanding the difference between ideology andvalues.
Understanding Harmony with self, Society and Nature.
Practical: Debate and discussion on the need and nature of value education;
Students should be encouraged to find and analyze suitable case studies to
Understand various types of values.
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II
Human Values and Ethics
Meaning and nature of human values; Significance of human values in life;
Relation between values and ethics.
Relevance of Human values: Integrity Empathy, Loksangrah, Brahmvihara.
Theory of Naya (Jainism), Deontology, Virtue Ethics, Utilitarianism
Practical: Students should be divided in small groups and should be motivated to reflect upon their values. Teacher should make an environment to make them realizethat everyone has a set of values arisen from their family, social, cultural, religious, and political contexts, some of which correspond to more “human” and “universal” frameworks. This exercise is to encourage students to articulate their values and put them into conversation with values from other contexts.
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III
Integrated Personality and Well-being
Understanding the relationship among: Self, Identity and Personality.
Understanding Integrated Personality – with the three gunas theory of Sankhya, thefour
Antah-karanas (inner instruments) in Yoga, and Panchkosha (five sheaths) in Upanishad.
Approaching comprehensive understanding of well-being and its relation to Happiness.
Practical: Bhrumadhya Dhyan, Chakra Dhyan, Preksha Dhyan, Sakshi Bhava Dhyan, Vipassana, Yog Nidra, Partipakshabhava (yogic way of cognitive restructuring)
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IV
Professional Ethics and Global Citizenship
Nature, characteristics and scope of professional ethics; Types of Professional Ethics
Professional Values: Trusteeship, Inclusiveness, Commitment, Sustainability, Accountability, Transparency, Impartiality.
Values for Global Citizenship: Equality, Justice, and Human Dignity.
Nature and need of competency based education; Types of Competencies, Core
Competencies: communication, teamwork, planing and achieving goals, Functional
Competencies: analytical thinking, knowledge sharing and learning, decision making, partnership building.
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Suggested Evaluation Methods
Internal Assessment:
Theory
Class Participation: 4
Seminar/presentation/assignment/quiz/class test etc.:4
Mid-Term Exam: 7
Practicum
Class Participation:
Seminar/Demonstration/Viva-voce/Lab records etc.:
Mid-Term Exam:
End Term Examination:
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Part C-Learning Resources
Recommended Books/e-resources/LMS:
R. R. Gaur R Sangal G P Bagaria (2009): A Foundation Course in Human Values and Professional Ethics,Excel Books.
D.R. Kiran (2014) Professional Ethics and Human Values, McGraw Hill Education (India).
Happiness and Well-Being, NIOS Module V ( Health and well-being)
Kiran Kumar K. Salagame (2016): Meaning and Well-Being: Indian Perspectives, Journal of Constructivist Psychology
Dan P. McAdams, Kali Trzesniewski, Jennifer Lilgendahl, Veronica Benet-Martinez, Richard W. Robins (2021) Self and Identity in Personality Psychology, Personality Science, 2021, Vol. 2, Article e6035, https://doi.org/10.5964/ps.603
S. K. Kiran Kumar (2003): An Indian conception of well being, in Henry, J. (Ed) European PositivePsychology Proceedings 2002. Leicester, UK: British Psychological Society.
Vivian L Vignoles (2017): Identity: Personal and Social, Chapter to appear in Oxford Handbook of Personality and Social Psychology (2nd ed.), edited by Kay Deaux and Mark Snyder.
Wong, S.-C. (2020). Competency Definitions, Development and Assessment: A Brief Review.International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 9(3), 95–114.
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Session: 2023-24
Part A - Introduction
Subject
Environmental Science
Semester
I/ II
Name of the Course
Environmental Studies
Course Code
B23-VAC-201
Course Type: (CC/MCC/MDC/CC-M/DSEC
/VOC/DSE/PC/AEC/VAC)
VAC
Level of the course (As per Annexure-I
100-199
Pre-requisite for the course (if any)
NA
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO):
After completing this course, the learner will be able to:
Understand the concept of environmental studies, sustainable development and ecosystem.
Learn about the various natural resources and about biodiversity and its conservation.
Know about the types of pollution, solid waste management, global environmental issues and environmental laws.
Understand the concept of population growth and its impacts on environment and disaster management.
Credits
Theory
Practical
Total
2
NA
2
Contact Hours
2
NA
2
Max. Marks: 50
Internal Assessment Marks: 15
End Term Exam Marks: 35
Time: 3 hours
Part B- Contents of the Course
Instructions for Paper- Setter
Total number of questions set will be nine. Questions no. 1 is compulsory covering the entire syllabus. Two questions will be set from each unit. Students have to attempt five questions in all, selecting one question from each unit including the compulsory question. Each question is of 7 marks. All questions carry equal marks. Final theory exam time allowed will be of 3 hours.
Unit
Topics
Contact Hours
I
Introduction to environmental studies:
Multidisciplinary nature of environmental studies; Scope and importance; Concept of sustainability and sustainable development. Ecosystems:
Definition, structure and function of ecosystem; Energy flow in an ecosystem: food chains, food webs, Major ecosystems types: Forest ecosystem, Grassland ecosystem, Desert ecosystem and Aquatic ecosystem (lakes, rivers, oceans).
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II
Natural resources: Renewable and Non- renewable Resources
Land resources: Land degradation and soil erosion.
Forest resources: Importance of forests, deforestation: causes and impacts on environment.
Water resources: Use and over- exploitation of surface and ground water.
Energy resources: Renewable and non- renewable energy sources.
Biodiversity and Conservation:
Definition and its types, Endangered and endemic species of India. Threats to biodiversity: Habitat loss, poaching of wildlife,
man-wildlife conflicts, biological invasions; Conservation biodiversity: In-situ and Ex-situ conservation of biodiversity.
Ecosystem and biodiversity services: Ecological, economic, social, ethical, aesthetic and informational values.
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III
Environmental pollution
Environmental pollution: types, causes, effects and controls; Air, water, soil and noise pollution.
Solid waste management: Sources, methods of disposal: Landfill, incineration and composting.
Climate change, global warming, ozone layer depletion, acid rain and impacts on human communities and agriculture.
Environmental Policies & Practices
Environmental laws: Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, Air (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, Water (Prevention and control of Pollution) Act, 1974.
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IV
Human Communities and the Environment:
Human population growth: Impacts on environment, human health and welfare.
Resettlement and rehabilitation of project affected person.
Disaster management: floods, earthquake, cyclones, landslides and drought.
Environmental ethics: Role of Indian and other religions and cultures in environmental conservation.
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Suggested Evaluation Methods
Internal Assessment:15 marks
Theory
Class Participation: 4 marks
Seminar/presentation/assignment/quiz/class test etc.: 4marks
Mid-Term Exam: 7 marks
End Term Examination: Theory: 35 marks (Written exam)
Part C-Learning Resources
Recommended Books/e-resources/LMS:
Kaushik, A & Kaushik, C.P. 2022. Perspectives in Environmental Studies. New Age International Pvt Ltd, New Delhi.
Bharucha, E. 2021. A Textbook of Environmental Studies for Undergraduate Courses, Orient Blackswan Pvt Ltd.
Goswami, P., Mandal, J. & Singh, S. 2022. A Textbook on Environmental Studies, Ashok book stall, Assam.
Joshi, P.C. & Joshi, N. 2009. A Text Book of Environmental Science. APH Publishing Corporation.
Basu, M. & Xavier Savarimuthu, S.J. 2017. Fundamentals of Environmental Studies. Cambridge University Press.
Singh, R.P. & Islam, Z. 2012. Environmental Studies. Concept Publishing Company.
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English Semester-I
Nomenclature of the Course: English Language and Communication Skills: Level 1
Course Code: B23-AEC-111
Course Type: AEC-1
Level of the Course: 100-199
Credits: 2 (Theory 2) Total Marks: 50
End Term Exam Marks: 35 Internal Assessment Marks: 15
Exam Time: 3 Hrs.
Workload: Theory 2 hours
Course Learning Outcomes:
After the successful completion of the course the student will be able to:
E101.1. The students will learn various types of verbal and non-verbal communication.
E101.2. They will understand the importance of interpersonal communication on workplaces and different ways of behaviour and communication.
E101.3. They will comprehend the importance of listening skills and its types. E101.4. They will be introduced to parts of speech and their role in language learning.
Contents of the Course:
Unit I: Theory and Types of Communication Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication
Unit II: Workplace and Interpersonal Communication
Introducing Oneself, Introducing Others, Making Requests, Offering Help, Congratulating, Making Enquiries and Seeking Permission
Unit III: Importance of Listening Skills and their types
Barriers to Effective Listening and how to overcome them Note-taking Techniques to capture the main ideas
Unit IV: Parts of Speech
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Suggested Readings:
Hargie, Owen. The Handbook of Communication Skills. Routledge, 2006.
Knapp, Mark L., et al. Nonverbal Communication in Human Interaction. Cengage Learning, 2013.
West, Richard, and Lynn H. Turner. Understanding Interpersonal Communication: Making Choices in Changing Times. Cengage Learning, 2010.
Instructions to the Paper Setters:
Question No 1 will be compulsory and have 7 questions based on all the four Units and the students will be required to write answers in 30 words.
Question No 2 and 3 will be set on Unit-I covering the entire Unit. Students will be required to attempt any one.
Question No 4 and 5 will be set on Unit-II covering the entire Unit. Students will be required to attempt any one.
Question No 6 and 7 will be set on Unit-III covering the entire Unit. Students will be required to attempt any one.
Question No. 8 and 9 will be based on Unit-IV having 7 parts each covering the entire Unit. Students will be required to attempt any one of these questions.
Evaluation of Internal Assessment
Internal Assessment (Theory) will be based on the following components.
Class Participation 4 Marks
Seminar/Presentation/Assignments/
Quiz/Class Test etc. 4 Marks
Mid-Term Exam 7 Marks Total 15 Marks
KURUKSHETRA UNIVERSITY KURUKSHETRA
Established by the State Legislature Act XIII of 1956 (‘A+’ Grade NAAC Accredited)
Undergraduate Programme (Political Science) Syllabus, Semester-I
MDC-1
Session 2023-2024
Part-A Introduction
Subject
Political Science
Semester
I
Name of the Course
Indian Polity - I
Course Code
B23-POL-104
Course Type: (CC/MCC/MDC/ CCM/ DSEC/VOC/DSE/PC/AEC/ VAC
MDC
Level of the course (As per Annexure-I)
100-199
Pre-requisite for the course (if any)
NA
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO)
After completing this course, the learner will be able to:
Comprehend the salient features of the Indian Constitution and develop an understanding of Fundamental Rights and duties.
Develop an understanding of the powers, position and functions of the Union Executive
Comprehend the functioning of the Union legislature.
Comprehend the functioning of the Indian judicial system.
Credits
Theory
Tutorial
Total
2
1
3
Contact Hours
2 per week
1 per week
3 per week
Max. Marks: 75
Internal Assessment Marks: 25
End Term Exam Marks: 50
Time: 3 Hours
Part-B Contents of the Course
Instructions for Paper Setters
Total NINE Questions will be set and students will be required to attempt FIVE questions.
Question No. 1 will be compulsory and will consist of 5 short answer type questions of 2 marks each spread over the entire syllabus.
The remaining EIGHT questions will be set taking TWO questions from each of the four units. The candidate would be required to attempt ONE question from each unit in addition to the compulsory
question.
4. Each question will carry 10 marks.
Unit
Topics
Contact Hours
I
Indian Constitution: Salient Features, Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties
09
II
Union Executive: President, Prime Minister and Council of Ministers
09
III
Union Legislature: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
09
IV
Judiciary: Supreme Court, Judicial Review and Judicial Activism
09
Tutorial
09
Suggested Evaluation Methods
Internal Assessment: 25 Marks
Class Participation: 05 Seminar/Presentation/Assignment/Quiz/Class Test etc: 07 Mid Term Exam: 13
End Term Examination:
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