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VISVESVARAYA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BELAGAVI-590018

Scheme of Teaching and Examinations

Master of Computer Application (MCA)
Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) and Outcome Based Education (OBE)

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I SEMESTER (MCA)
Teaching Hours per Week Examination

Practical/Seminar

Tutorial/SDA

Duration in hours

Credits
Sl. No

Total Marks
Course Course

SEE Marks
CIE Marks
Theory
Course Title
Type Code

L P T/SDA

1 IPCC MMC101 Programming and Problem Solving in C 2 2 0 03 50 50 100 4

2 BSC MMC102 Discrete Mathematics and Graph Theory 2 0 1 03 50 50 100 3
3 PCC MMC103 Database Management Systems (DBMS) 3 0 0 03 50 50 100 3
4 PCC MMC104 Operating System 2 0 1 03 50 50 100 3
5 PCC MMC105 Web Technologies 3 0 0 03 50 50 100 3
6 PCCL MMCL106 DBMS and Web Technologies Laboratory 0 2 2 03 50 50 100 2
7 NCMC MRMI107 Research Methodology and IPR (Online) Online courses (online.vtu.ac.in) PP
Total 300 300 600 18
Note: BSC-Basic Science Courses, PCC: Professional core. IPCC-Integrated Professional Core Courses, PCC(PB): Professional Core Courses (Project Based),
PCCL-Professional Core Course lab ,NCMC- None Credit Mandatory Course, ,L-Lecture, P-Practical, T/SDA-Tutorial / Skill Development Activities(Hours are
for Interaction between faculty and students) MRMI107- Research Methodology and IPR (Online) for the students who have not studied this course in the
Undergraduate level. This course is not counted for vertical progression, Students have to qualify for the award of the master's degree.
M- Master program xx – ME for Mechanical Engineering Stream, CV for Civil Engineering Stream, EE – Electrical & Electronics Engineering Stream, EC-
Electronics and Communication Engineering Stream, CS- Computer Science and Engineering BA- Business Administration AR- Architecture- etc.
BSC: Basic Science Courses: Courses like Mathematics/ Science are the prerequisite courses that the concerned engineering stream board of Studies will decide.
PCC: Professional Core Course: Courses related to the stream of engineering, which will have both CIE and SEE components, students have to qualify in the
course for the award of the degree. Integrated Professional Core Course (IPCC): Refers to a Professional Theory Core Course Integrated with practicals of the
same course. The IPCC's theory part shall be evaluated by CIE and SEE. The practical part shall be evaluated by only CIE (no SEE). However, questions from the
practical part of IPCC shall be included in the SEE question paper. Project Based Learning Course (PCC(PB): Project Based Learning course is a professional
core Course only Students have to complete a project out of learning from the course and SEE will be viva voce on project work. PCCL: Professional Core
Course Laboratory: Practical courses whose CIE will be evaluated by the class teacher and SEE will be evaluated by the two examiners.
Skill development activities: Under Skill development activities in a concerning course, the students should
1. Interact with industry (small, medium, and large).
2. Involve in research/testing/projects to understand their problems and help creative and innovative methods to solve the problem.
3. Involve in case studies and field visits/ fieldwork.
4. Accustom to the use of standards/codes etc., to narrow the gap between academia and industry.
5. Handle advanced instruments to enhance technical talent.
6. Gain confidence in the modelling of systems and algorithms for transient and steady-state operations, thermal study, etc.
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7. Work on different software/s (tools) to simulate, analyze and authenticate the output to interpret and conclude.
All activities should enhance student’s abilities to employment and/or self-employment opportunities, management skills, Statistical analysis, fiscal expertise, etc.
Students and the course instructor/s are to be involved either individually or in groups to interact together to enhance the learning and application skills of the study
they have undertaken. The students with the help of the course teacher can take up relevant technical –activities that will enhance their skills. The prepared report
shall be evaluated for CIE marks.

MRMI107-Research Methodology and IPR- None Credit Mandatory Course (NCMC) if students have not studied this course in their undergraduate program then
he /she has to take this course at http://online.vtu.ac.in and to qualify for this course is compulsory before completion of the minimum duration of the program
(Two years), however, this course will not be considered for vertical progression.

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II SEMESTER (MCA)
Teaching Hours per Week Examination

Practical/Seminar

Tutorial/SDA

Duration in hours

Credits
Sl. No

Total Marks
Course Course

SEE Marks
CIE Marks
Theory
Course Title
Type Code

L P T/SDA

1 IPCC MMC201 Machine Learning and Data Analytics using python 2 2 0 03 50 50 100 4
2 PCC MMC202 Object Oriented Programming using JAVA 4 0 0 03 50 50 100 4
3 PCC MMC203 Data Structure and Algorithms 4 0 0 03 50 50 100 4
4 PCC MMC204 Software Engineering 2 0 1 03 50 50 100 3
5 PCC MMC205 Web Application Development 2 1 0 03 50 50 100 3
6 PCCL MMCL206 Object Oriented Programming using JAVA Laboratory 0 2 0 03 50 50 100 2
7 PCCL MMCL207 Data Structure and Algorithms Laboratory 0 2 2 03 50 50 100 2
8 NCMC MAEC258 Ability Enhancement Courses with Seminar-I PP
Total 300 300 600 22
Note: BSC-Basic Science Courses, PCC: Professional core. IPCC-Integrated Professional Core Courses, PCC(PB): Professional Core Courses (Project Based),
PCCL-Professional Core Course lab ,NCMC- None Credit Mandatory Course, ,L-Lecture, P-Practical, T/SDA-Tutorial / Skill Development Activities(Hours are
for Interaction between faculty and students) MRMI107- Research Methodology and IPR (Online) for the students who have not studied this course in the
Undergraduate level. This course is not counted for vertical progression, Students have to qualify for the award of the master’s degree.
M- Master program xx – ME for Mechanical Engineering Stream, CV for Civil Engineering Stream, EE – Electrical & Electronics Engineering Stream, EC-
Electronics and Communication Engineering Stream, CS- Computer Science and Engineering BA- Business Administration AR- Architecture- etc.
BSC: Basic Science Courses: Courses like Mathematics/ Science are the prerequisite courses that the concerned engineering stream board of Studies will decide.
PCC: Professional Core Course: Courses related to the stream of engineering, which will have both CIE and SEE components, students have to qualify in the
course for the award of the degree. Integrated Professional Core Course (IPCC): Refers to a Professional Theory Core Course Integrated with practicals of the
same course. The IPCC's theory part shall be evaluated by CIE and SEE. The practical part shall be evaluated by only CIE (no SEE). However, questions from the
practical part of IPCC shall be included in the SEE question paper. Project Based Learning Course (PCC(PB): Project Based Learning course is a professional
core Course only Students have to complete a project out of learning from the course and SEE will be viva voce on project work. PCCL: Professional Core
Course Laboratory: Practical courses whose CIE will be evaluated by the class teacher and SEE will be evaluated by the two examiners.
Skill development activities: Under Skill development activities in a concerning course, the students should
1. Interact with industry (small, medium, and large).
2. Involve in research/testing/projects to understand their problems and help creative and innovative methods to solve the problem.
3. Involve in case studies and field visits/ fieldwork.
4. Accustom to the use of standards/codes etc., to narrow the gap between academia and industry.
5. Handle advanced instruments to enhance technical talent.
6. Gain confidence in the modelling of systems and algorithms for transient and steady-state operations, thermal study, etc.

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7. Work on different software/s (tools) to simulate, analyze and authenticate the output to interpret and conclude.
All activities should enhance student’s abilities to employment and/or self-employment opportunities, management skills, Statistical analysis, fiscal expertise, etc.
Students and the course instructor/s are to be involved either individually or in groups to interact together to enhance the learning and application skills of the study
they have undertaken. The students with the help of the course teacher can take up relevant technical –activities that will enhance their skills. The prepared report
shall be evaluated for CIE marks.

MAEC258- Ability Enhancement Courses with Seminar-I - None Credit Mandatory Course (NCMC), Students have to select the Topic like ERP, R
Programming, Scripting language, Web Development Application, etc. They have to develop a small prototype and demonstrate to all the class.

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For the students who are willing to take up a two-semester duration Industry/Research Internship
Leading to Project work /start-up
IIISEMESTER (A) for students having more than 7.75 CGPA of aggregate in First Two Semesters
Teaching Hours /Week Examination

Skill Development

Duration in hours
Mini–Project/
Internship
Practical/

Tutorial/

Total Marks
Activities

SEE Marks
CIE Marks
Theory

Credits
Course

Course Title
Sl. No

Course
Code

L P SDA
1 MMC311 (Online Courses)12 weeks duration 100 3
2 PEC/MDC MMC312 (Online Courses)12 weeks duration 100 3
3 MMC313 (Online Courses)12 weeks duration 100 3
Research Internship /Industry-Internship leading to Two-semester duration, SEE in the IV
4 INT MINT384 semester industry-internship which 03 100 --- 100 11
Project Work Phase-I / Startup
leads to project work phase-I /Start-up
TOTAL 400 20

Project Phase-1 Project Phase-I, typically the initial phase in any project, is crucial as it lays the foundation for the entire project. This phase involves defining the
project’s scope, objectives, and initial planning. Here’s a structured approach to effectively carry out Project Phase-I:
• Project Charter: Outlines the project’s purpose, objectives, and stakeholders.
• Scope Statement: Defines the project boundaries and deliverables.
• Requirements Document: Captures all project requirements.
• Project Plan: Details the approach, timeline, and resource allocation.
• Risk Management Plan: Identifies and plans for potential risks.
• Feasibility Study Report: Assesses technical, economic, and operational feasibility.
Students in consultation with the guide shall carry out literature survey/visit industries to finalize the topic of the Project. Subsequently, the students shall
collectthematerialrequiredfortheselectedproject,preparea synopsis,andnarratethemethodologyto carryoutthe projectwork.Eachstudent, under theguidanceofa faculty,is
required to
• Presenttheseminarontheselected projectorallyand/orthroughpowerpointslides.
• Answerthe queries and be involved in debate/discussion.
• Submittwocopies ofthetypedreport withalist ofreferences.
• Theparticipantsshalltakepartindiscussionstofostera friendlyandstimulatingenvironmentinwhichthestudentsaremotivatedtoreachhighstandardsand becomeself-
confident.

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Continuous Internal Evaluation (100 Marks).

CIE marks for the project report (60 marks), seminar (20 marks) and question and
answer(20marks)shallbeawarded(basedonthequalityofreportandpresentationskill,participationinthequestionandanswersessionbythestudent)bythecommitteeconst
itutedforthepurposebythePrincipal.Thecommitteeshallconsistofan internalguide and afacultyfromthedepartment with theseniormost actingastheChairperson.

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For the students who are not willing to take up a two-semester duration Industry/Research Internship
Leading to Project work /start-up
IIISEMESTER (B)
Teaching Hours /Week Examination

Skill Development

Duration in hours
Mini–Project/
Internship
Practical/

Tutorial/

Total Marks
Activities

SEE Marks
CIE Marks
Theory

Credits
Course

Course Title
Sl. No

Course
Code

L P SDA
1 PEC MMCx311x Specializations 100 3
2 PEC MMCx311x Specializations 100 3
3 PEC MMCx311x Specializations 100 3
Research Internship /Industry-Internship leading to Two-semester duration, SEE in the IV
4 INT MINT384 semester industry-internship which 03 100 --- 100 11
Project Work Phase-I / Startup
leads to project work phase-I /Start-up
TOTAL 400 20
PCC/PCCL/IPCC/PEC/MDC/PCC (PB): These are the courses which will suit the individual specializations
Students can Opt three specialisations from the listed below:

Specializations
Specialization Data Science and Analytics(A) Specialization Web Application Development(B) Specialization Network and System
Administration(C)
Course Code Course Title Course Code Course Title Course Code
Data Mining and Visualization Web Development using Full Stack Computer Networks
MMCA311A MMCB311A MMCC311A
Open
MMCA311B Big Data Analytics MMCB311B Rich Internet Application Development MMCC311B Network and Linux Administration
Business Data Analytics TCP/IP
MMCA311C MMCB311C Web Development Using PHP and MMCC311C
MySQL
MMCA311D Enterprise Resource Planning MMCB311D Enterprise Application Programming MMCC311D Unix Shell Programming
Advances in Web Technologies Cloud Essentials
MMCA311E Exploratory Data Analysis MMCB311E MMCC311E

Social Media Analytics Web Programming using Java Introduction to ERP and SAP Basis
MMCA311F MMCB311F MMCC311F
Administration

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Specialization Software Development and Systems(D) Specialization Computer Networks and Cloud(E)
Course Code Course Title Course Code Course Title
MMCD311A Management Information Systems MMCE311A Computer Networks
Database Design & Applications Data Storage Technologies and Networks
MMCD311B MMCE311B
Software Architectures Design and Operation of Data Centres
MMCD311C MMCE311C
Computer Organization and Software Systems Wireless and Mobile Communication
MMCD311D MMCE311D
Software Design and Patterns Software Defined Networks
MMCD311E MMCE311E
Object-oriented Analysis & Design Cloud Computing
MMCD311F MMCE311F

Specialization AI and ML(F) Specialization IoT(G) Specialization Security(H)

Course Code Course Title Course Code Course Title Course Code Course Title
MMCF311A Introduction to Generative AI MMCG311A Data Management for IoT MMCH311A Ethical Hacking

Artificial Neural Networks Networked Embedded Applications Cyber Security

MMCF311B MMCG311B MMCH311B
Natural Language Processing Cross Platform Application Cryptography and Network Security
MMCF311C MMCG311C Development MMCH311C

MMCF311D Deep Learning Fundamentals MMCG311D IoT Technology and Applications MMCH311D Blockchain Technologies
Introduction to Machine Learning Communication and Networking Database & Web Application Security
MMCF311E MMCG311E MMCH311E
Technologies in IoT
MMCF311F Computer Vision MMCG311F Software and Programming in IoT MMCH311F Mobile and Wireless Security

Project Phase-1 Project Phase-I, typically the initial phase in any project, is crucial as it lays the foundation for the entire project. This phase involves defining the
project’s scope, objectives, and initial planning. Here’s a structured approach to effectively carry out Project Phase-I:
• Project Charter: Outlines the project’s purpose, objectives, and stakeholders.
• Scope Statement: Defines the project boundaries and deliverables.
• Requirements Document: Captures all project requirements.
• Project Plan: Details the approach, timeline, and resource allocation.
• Risk Management Plan: Identifies and plans for potential risks.
• Feasibility Study Report: Assesses technical, economic, and operational feasibility.
Students in consultation with the guide shall carry out literature survey/visit industries to finalize the topic of the Project. Subsequently, the students shall
collectthematerialrequiredfortheselectedproject,preparea synopsis,andnarratethemethodologyto carryoutthe projectwork.Eachstudent, under theguidanceofa faculty,is

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required to
• Presenttheseminarontheselected projectorallyand/orthroughpowerpointslides.
• Answerthe queries and be involved in debate/discussion.
• Submittwocopies ofthetypedreport withalist ofreferences.
• Theparticipantsshalltakepartindiscussionstofostera friendlyandstimulatingenvironmentinwhichthestudentsaremotivatedtoreachhighstandardsand becomeself-
confident.
ContinuousInternalEvaluation(100 Marks).
CIE marks for the project report (60 marks), seminar (20 marks) and question and
answer(20marks)shallbeawarded(basedonthequalityofreportandpresentationskill,participationinthequestionandanswersessionbythestudent)bythecommitteeconst
itutedforthepurposebythePrincipal.Thecommitteeshallconsistofan internalguide and afacultyfromthedepartment with theseniormost actingastheChairperson.

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For the students who are willing to take a research-leading to paper publication in Q1/Q2/Q3 Journals
IIISEMESTER (C)
Teaching Hours /Week Examination

Skill Development

Duration in hours
Mini–Project/
Internship
Practical/
Course Title

Tutorial/

Total Marks
SEE Marks
Activities

CIE Marks
Theory

Credits
Course
Sl. No

Course
Code

L P SDA
1 MMC311 (Online Course) (12 weeks courses) 100 3
2 PCC/IPCC/ MMC312 (Online Course) (12 weeks courses) 100 3
MDC/PEC
3 MMC313 (Online Courses) (12 weeks courses) 100 3
4 MMC314 (Online Courses) (12 weeks courses) 3
5 PROJ MPRJ385 Project Phase-I One semester Duration 03 100 --- 100 8
TOTAL 500 18

Project Phase-1 Project Phase-I, typically the initial phase in any project, is crucial as it lays the foundation for the entire project. This phase involves defining the
project’s scope, objectives, and initial planning. Here’s a structured approach to effectively carry out Project Phase-I:
• Project Charter: Outlines the project’s purpose, objectives, and stakeholders.
• Scope Statement: Defines the project boundaries and deliverables.
• Requirements Document: Captures all project requirements.
• Project Plan: Details the approach, timeline, and resource allocation.
• Risk Management Plan: Identifies and plans for potential risks.
• Feasibility Study Report: Assesses technical, economic, and operational feasibility.
Students in consultation with the guide shall carry out literature survey/visit industries to finalize the topic of the Project. Subsequently, the students shall
collectthematerialrequiredfortheselectedproject,preparea synopsis,andnarratethemethodologyto carryoutthe projectwork.Eachstudent, under theguidanceofa faculty,is
required to
• Presenttheseminarontheselected projectorallyand/orthroughpowerpointslides.
• Answerthe queries and be involved in debate/discussion.
• Submittwocopies ofthetypedreport withalist ofreferences.
• Theparticipantsshalltakepartindiscussionstofostera friendlyandstimulatingenvironmentinwhichthestudentsaremotivatedtoreachhighstandardsand becomeself-
confident.
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ContinuousInternalEvaluation(100 Marks).
CIE marks for the project report (60 marks), seminar (20 marks) and question and
answer(20marks)shallbeawarded(basedonthequalityofreportandpresentationskill,participationinthequestionandanswersessionbythestudent)bythecommitteeconst
itutedforthepurposebythePrincipal.Thecommitteeshallconsistofan internalguide and afacultyfromthedepartment with theseniormost actingastheChairperson.

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IV SEMESTER (A)
Teaching Hours /Week Examination

Course

Practica

Total Marks

Credits
Course

SEE Marks
Duration in
Theory

CIE Marks
Sl. No

l/Field

Viva voce
work
Course Title

hours
Code

L P
1 PEC/MDC MMC411 (Online Courses)12 weeks duration -- -- -- -- -- -- 3
2 TS MMC452 Technical Seminar -- -- 03 100 -- 100 2
3 PROJ MPRJ483 Project Work Phase-II -- -- 03 100 100 200 15

TOTAL -- -- 06 200 100 300 20

INT: Industry/ Research Internship leading to the project work /startup PROJ: Project work outcome of Internship (Project Work Phase-II is Viva voce SEE)

TS: Technical Seminar: Students can present the seminar based on the new technologies in the seminar by all postgraduate students of the program shall be mandatory. The CIE
marks awarded for Seminar shall be based on the evaluation of Report, Presentation skill and performance in Question and Answer session in the ratio 50:25:25. Seminar shall
be considered as a head of passing and shall be considered for the award of degree. Those, who do not take-up/ complete shall be declared as fail in the seminar course and have
to complete the same during the subsequent semester.

Mxxx401: 1 course Online NPTEL can be cumbersome so one research article may be accepted/Published. Patent can be also one option.

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Industry Internship: The main objective of the industry internship is to ensure that the intern is exposed to a real-world environment and gain practical
experience. Often, it may be a practical exposure to the theory that has been learned during the academic period. The industry internship helps students
understand of analytical concepts and tools, hone their skills in real-life situations, and build confidence in applying the skills learned.

Research Internship: A research internship is an opportunity for students or early career professionals to gain hands-on experience in conducting research
under the guidance of a mentor or within a research team. These internships can take place in academic institutions, research organizations, government
agencies, or private companies

Research /Industry Internship: In the third-semester Students have to be in touch with a guide/mentor/coordinator and regularly submit the report referred to
the progress internship. Based on the progress report the Guide/Mentor/coordinator has to enter the CIE marks at the end of the 3rd semester. At the beginning of
the 4th semester, students have to define the project topic out of the learning due to the Internship, upon completion of the project work he/she has to attend the
SEE at the parent Institute.

Internship Leading to Start-up: An internship that leads to a startup is an exciting pathway, blending real-world experience with entrepreneurial ambition.
Here’s a comprehensive guide to transitioning an internship experience into launching your startup: 1) Maximize your internship experience, 2) Identifying
Viable Business Ideas, 3) Research and Validation 4) Building a Business Plan 5) Networking and Mentorship 6) Securing Funding 7) Establishing Startup 8)
Launching and Marketing. By following these steps, you can effectively transition from an internship to launching a successful startup. This journey requires
dedication, resilience, and a willingness to learn and adapt.

Mxxx301 to 303 and 304: MOOC courses of 12 weeks duration are the courses suggested by the Board of Studies of the University and will be displayed on
www.online.vtu.ac.in . The online courses selected should not be the same as those studied in the first and second semesters of the program. The student will
not be eligible to get their degree if they unintentionally select online courses that match previously finished courses. These courses are not considered for the
vertical progression; however, qualifying for these courses and earning the credits is a must for the award of the degree. It is permitted to complete these online
MOOC courses either in 3rd semester or in 4th semester.

Project Work Phase-II: Students in consultation with the guide shall carry out literature survey/ visit industries to finalize the topic of the Project. Subsequently,
the students shall collect the material required for the selected project, prepare a synopsis, and narrate the methodology to carry out the project work. Each student,
under the guidance of a Faculty, is required to
▪ Present the seminar on the selected project orally and/or through Power Point slides.
▪ Answer the queries and be involved in debate/discussion.
▪ Submit two copies of the typed report with a list of references.
▪ The participants shall take part in discussions to foster a friendly and stimulating environment in which the students are motivated to reach high standards
and become self-confident
CIE marks for the project report (20 marks), seminar (20 marks) and question and answer (10 marks) shall be awarded (based on the quality of report and
presentation skill, participation in the question and answer session by the student) by the committee constituted for the purpose by the Principal. The committee
shall consist of internal guide and a faculty from the department with the senior most acting as the Chairperson.
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Semester End Examination SEE marks for the project report (30 marks), seminar (10 marks) and question and answer session (10 marks) shall be awarded
(based on the quality of the report and presentation skill, participation in the question and answer session) by the examiners appointed by the University.

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IV SEMESTER (B)
Teaching Hours /Week Examination

Course

Practica

Total Marks

Credits
Course

SEE Marks
Duration in
Theory

CIE Marks
Sl. No

l/Field

Viva voce
work
Course Title

hours
Code

L P
1 PEC/MDC MMC411 (Online Courses)12 weeks duration -- -- -- -- -- -- 3
2 TS MMC452 Technical Seminar -- -- 03 100 -- 100 2
3 PROJ MPRJ483 Project Work Phase-II -- -- 03 100 100 200 15

TOTAL -- -- 06 150 150 300 20

INT: Industry/ Research Internship leading to the project work /startup PROJ: Project work outcome of Internship (Project Work Phase-II is Viva voce SEE)

TS: Technical Seminar: Students can present the seminar based on the new technologies in the seminar by all postgraduate students of the program shall be mandatory. The CIE
marks awarded for Seminar shall be based on the evaluation of Report, Presentation skill and performance in Question and Answer session in the ratio 50:25:25. Seminar shall
be considered as a head of passing and shall be considered for the award of degree. Those, who do not take-up/ complete shall be declared as fail in the seminar course and have
to complete the same during the subsequent semester.

Mxxx401: 1 course Online NPTEL can be cumbersome so one research article may be accepted/Published. Patent can be also one option.

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dustry Internship: The main objective of the industry internship is to ensure that the intern is exposed to a real-world environment and gain practical
experience. Often, it may be a practical exposure to the theory that has been learned during the academic period. The industry internship helps students
understand of analytical concepts and tools, hone their skills in real-life situations, and build confidence in applying the skills learned.

Research Internship: A research internship is an opportunity for students or early career professionals to gain hands-on experience in conducting research
under the guidance of a mentor or within a research team. These internships can take place in academic institutions, research organizations, government
agencies, or private companies

Research /Industry Internship: In the third-semester Students have to be in touch with a guide/mentor/coordinator and regularly submit the report referred to
the progress internship. Based on the progress report the Guide/Mentor/coordinator has to enter the CIE marks at the end of the 3rd semester. At the beginning of
the 4th semester, students have to define the project topic out of the learning due to the Internship, upon completion of the project work he/she has to attend the
SEE at the parent Institute.

Internship Leading to Start-up: An internship that leads to a startup is an exciting pathway, blending real-world experience with entrepreneurial ambition.
Here’s a comprehensive guide to transitioning an internship experience into launching your startup: 1) Maximize your internship experience, 2) Identifying
Viable Business Ideas, 3) Research and Validation 4) Building a Business Plan 5) Networking and Mentorship 6) Securing Funding 7) Establishing Startup 8)
Launching and Marketing. By following these steps, you can effectively transition from an internship to launching a successful startup. This journey requires
dedication, resilience, and a willingness to learn and adapt.

Mxxx301 to 303 and 304: MOOC courses of 12 weeks duration are the courses suggested by the Board of Studies of the University and will be displayed on
www.online.vtu.ac.in . The online courses selected should not be the same as those studied in the first and second semesters of the program. The student will
not be eligible to get their degree if they unintentionally select online courses that match previously finished courses. These courses are not considered for the
vertical progression; however, qualifying for these courses and earning the credits is a must for the award of the degree. It is permitted to complete these online
MOOC courses either in 3rd semester or in 4th semester.

Project Work Phase-II: Students in consultation with the guide shall carry out literature survey/ visit industries to finalize the topic of the Project. Subsequently,
the students shall collect the material required for the selected project, prepare a synopsis, and narrate the methodology to carry out the project work. Each student,
under the guidance of a Faculty, is required to
▪ Present the seminar on the selected project orally and/or through Power Point slides.
▪ Answer the queries and be involved in debate/discussion.
▪ Submit two copies of the typed report with a list of references.
▪ The participants shall take part in discussions to foster a friendly and stimulating environment in which the students are motivated to reach high standards
and become self-confident
CIE marks for the project report (20 marks), seminar (20 marks) and question and answer (10 marks) shall be awarded (based on the quality of report and
presentation skill, participation in the question and answer session by the student) by the committee constituted for the purpose by the Principal. The committee
shall consist of internal guide and a faculty from the department with the senior most acting as the Chairperson.
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Semester End Examination SEE marks for the project report (30 marks), seminar (10 marks) and question and answer session (10 marks) shall be awarded (based
on the quality of the report and presentation skill, participation in the question and answer session) by the examiners appointed by the University.

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IV SEMESTER (C)
Teaching Hours /Week Examination

Practical/

Total Marks

Credits
SEE Marks
Duration in

CIE Marks
Sl. No

Theory

Viva voce
work
Course Course Code Course Title

Field

hours
L P

1 Research Internship /Industry-Internship

INT MINT481 --- 03 100 --- 100 11
leading to Project Work Phase-I / Startup

2 Project MPRJ482 Project Work Phase-II -- 08 03 100 100 200 11

TOTAL -- 08 06 200 100 300 22

Project Phase-1 Project Phase-I, typically the initial phase in any project, is crucial as it lays the foundation for the entire project. This phase involves defining the
project’s scope, objectives, and initial planning. Here’s a structured approach to effectively carry out Project Phase-I:
• Project Charter: Outlines the project’s purpose, objectives, and stakeholders.
• Scope Statement: Defines the project boundaries and deliverables.
• Requirements Document: Captures all project requirements.
• Project Plan: Details the approach, timeline, and resource allocation.
• Risk Management Plan: Identifies and plans for potential risks.
• Feasibility Study Report: Assesses technical, economic, and operational feasibility.
Students in consultation with the guide shall carry out literature survey/visit industries to finalize the topic of the Project. Subsequently, the students shall
collectthematerialrequiredfortheselectedproject,preparea synopsis,andnarratethemethodologyto carryoutthe projectwork.Eachstudent, under theguidanceofa faculty,is
required to
• Presenttheseminarontheselected projectorallyand/orthroughpowerpointslides.
• Answerthe queries and be involved in debate/discussion.
• Submittwocopies ofthetypedreport withalist ofreferences.
• Theparticipantsshalltakepartindiscussionstofostera friendlyandstimulatingenvironmentinwhichthestudentsaremotivatedtoreachhighstandardsand becomeself-
confident.
ContinuousInternalEvaluation(100 Marks).

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CIE marks for the project report (60 marks), seminar (20 marks) and question and
answer(20marks)shallbeawarded(basedonthequalityofreportandpresentationskill,participationinthequestionandanswersessionbythestudent)bythecommitteeconstitutedforth
epurposebythePrincipal.Thecommitteeshallconsistofan internalguide and afacultyfromthedepartment with theseniormost actingastheChairperson.
INT: Industry/ Research Internship leading to the project work /startup PROJ: Project work outcome of Internship (Project Work Phase-II is Viva voce SEE)

TS: Technical Seminar: Students can present the seminar based on the new technologies in the seminar by all postgraduate students of the program shall be mandatory. The CIE marks
awarded for Seminar shall be based on the evaluation of Report, Presentation skill and performance in Question and Answer session in the ratio 50:25:25. Seminar shall be considered as a
head of passing and shall be considered for the award of degree. Those, who do not take-up/ complete shall be declared as fail in the seminar course and have to complete the same during
the subsequent semester.

Mxxx401: 1 course Online NPTEL can be cumbersome so one research article may be accepted/Published. Patent can be also one option.

dustry Internship: The main objective of the industry internship is to ensure that the intern is exposed to a real-world environment and gain practical experience. Often, it
may be a practical exposure to the theory that has been learned during the academic period. The industry internship helps students understand of analytical concepts and
tools, hone their skills in real-life situations, and build confidence in applying the skills learned.

Research Internship: A research internship is an opportunity for students or early career professionals to gain hands-on experience in conducting research under the
guidance of a mentor or within a research team. These internships can take place in academic institutions, research organizations, government agencies, or private
companies

Research /Industry Internship: In the third-semester Students have to be in touch with a guide/mentor/coordinator and regularly submit the report referred to the
progress internship. Based on the progress report the Guide/Mentor/coordinator has to enter the CIE marks at the end of the 3 rd semester. At the beginning of the 4th
semester, students have to define the project topic out of the learning due to the Internship, upon completion of the project work he/she has to attend the SEE at the parent
Institute.

Internship Leading to Start-up: An internship that leads to a startup is an exciting pathway, blending real-world experience with entrepreneurial ambition. Here’s a
comprehensive guide to transitioning an internship experience into launching your startup: 1) Maximize your internship experience, 2) Identifying Viable Business Ideas,
3) Research and Validation 4) Building a Business Plan 5) Networking and Mentorship 6) Securing Funding 7) Establishing Startup 8) Launching and Marketing. By
following these steps, you can effectively transition from an internship to launching a successful startup. This journey requires dedication, resilience, and a willingness to
learn and adapt.

Mxxx301 to 303 and 304: MOOC courses of 12 weeks duration are the courses suggested by the Board of Studies of the University and will be displayed on
www.online.vtu.ac.in . The online courses selected should not be the same as those studied in the first and second semesters of the program. The student will not be
eligible to get their degree if they unintentionally select online courses that match previously finished courses. These courses are not considered for the vertical
progression; however, qualifying for these courses and earning the credits is a must for the award of the degree. It is permitted to complete these online MOOC courses
either in 3rd semester or in 4th semester.

Project Work Phase-II: Students in consultation with the guide shall carry out literature survey/ visit industries to finalize the topic of the Project. Subsequently, the
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students shall collect the material required for the selected project, prepare a synopsis, and narrate the methodology to carry out the project work. Each student, under the
guidance of a Faculty, is required to
▪ Present the seminar on the selected project orally and/or through Power Point slides.
▪ Answer the queries and be involved in debate/discussion.
▪ Submit two copies of the typed report with a list of references.
▪ The participants shall take part in discussions to foster a friendly and stimulating environment in which the students are motivated to reach high standards and become
self-confident
CIE marks for the project report (20 marks), seminar (20 marks) and question and answer (10 marks) shall be awarded (based on the quality of report and presentation skill,
participation in the question and answer session by the student) by the committee constituted for the purpose by the Principal. The committee shall consist of internal guide
and a faculty from the department with the senior most acting as the Chairperson.
Semester End Examination SEE marks for the project report (30 marks), seminar (10 marks) and question and answer session (10 marks) shall be awarded (based on the
quality of the report and presentation skill, participation in the question and answer session) by the examiners appointed by the University.

Note: To attain the degree following schemes have following options

1) 1st semester and 2nd semester followed by 3rd sem A and 4th sem A.
2) 1st semester and 2nd semester followed by 3rd sem B and 4th sem B.
3) 1st semester and 2nd semester followed by 3rd sem C and 4th sem C.
Any intermittent change may call for approval of equivalence sought by the candidate.
* *Specialization can be added / removed based on the feedback from the stake
holders.
* *Online courses must be chosen with the recommendation of the Mentor and HOD,
and should not be repeated anywhere in the programme.

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