M.Sc.

(Computer Science)
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Objective:
As we enter the 21 st Century, the realm of electronic communication, which encompasses telecommunication, broadcasting, Information Technology and Enabled
services in industries, is undergoing profound changes leading to Global Information Infrastructure (GII) . This is capable of carrying any type of Information. Information
Communication Technology is increasingly powerful tool for development of Nation and transformed the way of human life as no other technology has. As India is
emerging as an IT Superpower in the world, it is our responsibility to think on the advances in this area by harnessing the younger generation in IT/Computer Education.
In view of this, the Karnataka State Open University is offering a Two Year semester based M.Sc. in Computer Science Degree Programme (Two Semester per year-
Total Four Semesters). The programme is specifically designed for a targeting the Research and Development, Teaching and Software developing in the field of
Computer Science. This programme content is designed in such a way that it can mould candidates to get their job in IT Computers and other sectors.
The Karnataka State Open University's M.Sc. [Computer Science] Programme is tightly scheduled and highly structured, client centered programme that aims at
developing the software professionals to keep abreast of the most recent development in the field of Computer Science for the requirements of the dynamic and highl y
global environment of the present era. The curriculum based on the feedback from the best programmes available in the market, aims at enriching and sharpening
software developing skills.
In short, the programme will develop in participants a variety of research and development and teaching skills that will lend a new edge and force to their own skills to
handle myriads of challenges in the ever changing scenario of modern Software developing field. The programme also offers the much needed channel for upward
mobility among practising R & D in universities / Industries / Colleges, Teaching, Professionals, Software Engineers, and Programmers, System Programmers etc., at
their own workplaces.
Title and Duration of the Course:
1. The post-graduates course in Computer Science will be called as the Master of Science in Computer Science.
2. The M.Sc. Computer Science programme will be of two academic years' duration and conducted in four semesters with each semester having an academic
duration of 14 to 16 weeks.
Medium of Instruction:
The medium of instruction of M.Sc. Computer Science programme is English only. However, Examination may be answered in English and Kannada only. Under open
distance system, a paper is called "Course" and a course as "Programme".
Eligibility Conditions for M.Sc. Computer Science Course:
1. B.Sc/B.E. graduates perceiving the higher qualification are admitted to M.SC. Computer Science having studied Computer Science / Information Technology
/ Information Science / Computer Application as one of the major subjects with atleast 50% of marks.
2. B.C.A with aggregate of 50% and above.
3. B.Sc / B.E. graduates having studied Computer Science / Information Technology / Information Science / Computer Application as one of the major subjects.
4. B.C.A graduates with atleast 3 years of experience in IT field / Teaching.
Programme Structure:
The programme has totally 4 semesters each for 20 credits. A candidates has to earn totally 72 credits from all 4 semesters. The 1st and 2nd semesters have 4 theory
course of each 4 credits and 2 laboratory course each of 2 credits each. The 3rd semester has 3 common course of each 4 credits, an elective course of 4 credits and a
mini project of 4 credits. The 4th semester has one common course of 4 credits, and a major project work of 12 credits. A dissertation should be prepared and submitted
to the Sandip foundation, Mulund (W), Mumbai 80 for evaluation.
Maximum Duration for Completing M.Sc. Computer Science Programme:
A candidate who is admitted to the M.Sc. Computer Science programme shall complete the degree within twice the duration of the Programme i.e., 4 years, from the
date of his/her admission failing which he has to seek admission afresh.
Academic Assessment Procedure:
1. The academic assessment in each subject is based on the Internal assessment and Term-end examinations conducted by the University.
2. The distribution of marks for evaluation in each subject will be as follows:
For Theory Subjects
Internal Assessment 25 marks
Term-end University Examination 75 marks
Total 100 marks
For Practical
Internal Assessment 25 marks
Term-end University Examination 75 marks
Total 100 marks
Mini Project
Internal Assessment 50 marks
Term-end University Examination 50 marks
Total 100 marks
Major Project
Internal Assessment 100 marks
Term-end University Examination 200 marks
Total 300 marks
Internal Assessment:
Internal Assessment for M.Sc. Mathematics Programme shall consist of Assignment and Seminar.
Assignment: Assignment questions will be sent to the candidates at the time of admission. The candidates have to write the assignments, tag the assignments course
wise separately and put it in a A4 size postal cover, write the Name, Course, Register Number correctly on the assignment, postal cover and submit it to the co-ordinator,
Academic Partner, Sandip Foundation, Mulund (W), Mumbai -400080. within the stipulated time.
Scheme of Examinations:
1. There shall be a University examination at the end of each semester of course.
2. Minimum marks for passing is 40 marks in each paper (with minimum 32 marks in Examination).
3. 5) = 80 marksIn each paper there shall be 8 questions out of which any 5 questions have to answered (16

FIRST YEAR
1st Semester

2nd Semester
Subject
Code
Subject Credits Subject
Code
Subject Credits
MSC-501
Discrete
Mathematics
4 MSC-507
Analysis &
Design of
Algorithm
4
MSC-502
Object Oriented
Programming
with Java
4 MSC-508 DBMS 4
MSC-503
Computer
Structure
4 MSC-509 Linux Internals 4
MSC-504 Data Structure 4 MSC-510
Computer
Networks
4
MSC-505
Practical 1 - OPP
using Java
2 MSC-511
Practical 1 - ADA
& DBMS
Laboratory
2
MSC-506
Practical 2 - Data
Structure using C
2 MSC-512
Practical 2 - Linux
Internals &
Network
2
Programming
TOTAL CREDITS 20 TOTAL CREDITS 20

SEMND YEAR
3rd Semester

4th Semester
Subject
Code
Subject Credits Subject
Code
Subject Credits
MSC-513
Software
Engineering
3 MSC-518
Management
Information
System & ERP
3
MSC-514
Visual
Technology
3 MSC-519 Elective - 2 3
MSC-515
Computer
Graphics &
Visualization
3 MSC-520 Major Project 12
MSC-516 Elective - 1 3
MSC-517 Mini Project 3
TOTAL CREDITS 18 TOTAL CREDITS 20

The department offers following electives to enable the candidates to be focused in their studies
ELECTIVE
1 Data Mining
2 Simulation & Modeling
3 Theory of Computation
4 Image Processing
5 Internet Technology
6 Artificial Intelligence
Note :
A Candidate has to choose one from this list to as an Elective-1 in 3rd Semester and an other from the same list as an Elective-2 in the 4th semester
Credit System:
M.Sc Computer Science Programme of Karnataka State Open University is designed keeping in view the credits prescribed and recognized by the Distance Educational
Council (DEC). Each course is allotted with 3 credits. Credit delinates the study hour; and 1 credit is 30 hours of study. A candidate has to earmark 90 hour per course
for studies, which includes teaching, learning, library, preparation of Internal Assessment and Examination.
Ist SEMESTER
Course
Code
Name of Subject Credit
Theory IA
Total

Max.
Mark
Min.
Mark
Max
Mark
Min
Marks

MSC- Discrete Mathematics 04 75 30 25 10 100

501
MSC-
502
Object Oriented
Programming with
Java
04 75 30 25 10 100

MSC-
503
Computer
Architecture
04 75 30 25 10 100

MSC-
504
Data Structure 04 75 30 25 10 100

MSC-
505
Practical Using :Java
: OPP
02 75 30 25 10 100

MSC-
506
Practical Structures
Using Data
02 75 30 25 10 100

Total 20 450 150 600



IInd SEMESTER
Course
Code
Name of Subject Credit
Theory IA
Total

Max.
Mark
Min.
Mark
Max
Mark
Min
Marks

MSC-
507
Analysis & Design of
Algorithms
04 75 30 25 10 100

MSC-
508
DBMS 04 75 30 25 10 100

MSC-
509
Linux Internals 04 75 30 25 10 100

MSC-
510
Computer Networks 04 75 30 25 10 100

MSC-
511
Practical and DBMS
Laboratory : ADA
02 75 30 25 10 100

MSC-
512
Practical Linux
Internals and
Network
Programming
02 75 30 25 10 100

Total 20 450 150 600



IIIrd SEMESTER
Course
Code
Name of Subject Credit
Theory IA
Total

Max.
Mark
Min.
Mark
Max
Mark
Min
Marks

MSC- Software Engineering 04 75 30 25 10 100

513
MSC-
514
Visual Technology 04 75 30 25 10 100

MSC-
515
Computer Graphics
and Vizulation
04 75 30 25 10 100

MSC-
516
Elective - 1 04 75 30 25 10 100

MSC-
517
Mini Project 04 50 20 50 20 100

Total 20 350 150 500



IVth SEMESTER
Course
Code
Name of Subject Credit
Theory IA
Total

Max.
Mark
Min.
Mark
Max
Mark
Min
Marks

MSC-
518
Management
Information System
and ERP
04 75 30 25 10 100

MSC-
519
Elective - 2 04 75 30 25 10 100

MSC-
520
Major Project 12 200 80 100 40 300

Total 20 350 150 500



Pattern of Examination :
The pattern of question paper fro all theory examination will consist of two parts. Part-I will be compulsory with objective / short-question type for 25 marks.
Part-II will have choice (5 out of 8 questions) for 50 marks. The total will be 75 marks. Evaluation process shall be as per the norms of PG examination of
KSOU/
Regarding practical examinations, there will be one practical examination by the University for each Laboratory Paper in each semester. During the practical
examination, a candidate has to randomly pick any one laboratory assignments and to design and develop a program to demonstrate within the stipulated
time to the examiners. There will be a panel of 2 examiners, one of which, shall be chosen from other institutes which is not affiliated to KSOU.
Re-totaling, Re-valuation and Photocopy of Answer Scripts.
o The University will send the marks card to the candidate through registered post after announcing examination results in the Karnataka State
Open University website. Candidates have provision to apply for re-totaling, e-valuation and photo copy of answer scripts within 30 days from the
date of dispatch of marks card from the University. In this regard, application may be submitted to Registrar (Evaluation), Karnataka State Open
University, Manasagangotri, Maysore-6 through registered post with in 30 days from the date of dispatch of marks card.
MINI Project
o The candidate is expected to take up and independent mini project involving Problem formulation, design, implementation and testing phases that
typically Explores various phase in software development. He / She is also expected practices Principles of software engineering including
documents. A dissertation should be Prepared and submitted for evaluation.For Internal Assessment of 50 marks, a guide can conduct one
seminar and one execution each for 25 marks for evaluation purpose. For other 50 marks, an external examiner shall be invited to conduct viva
examination.
Major Project
o The candidate shall expected to take up an independent major project Involving problem formulation, design, implementation and testing phases
That typically explores various phases in software development. He /She is Expected to utilize the knowledge gained through various subjects
studied in This programme. Further, the candidate has to inculcate the ability in Integrating and releasing a prototype (working model) of the
solution to the Problem taken. The Project should be prepared and submitted for evaluation For internal Assessment of 100 marks, a guide can
one seminar and seminar And one execution each for 50 marks for evaluation purpose. For other 200 Marks, and external examiner shall be
invited to
General Regulations:
1. A students is permitted to register for the next higher semester after completion Of a semester course, irrespective of the results in his previous semester
papers.
2. The candidate can continue to register for higher semesters in a similar way along With his/her registration in failed subjects of earlier semesters.
3. A students has to complete the degree within twice the duration of the academic Programme that in 4 years.
Classification of Successful Candidates :
Upon successful completion of entire program a candidate shall be placed with a class label based on his/her performance through out programme. The table
summarizes the classification rules.
Aggregate % of
marks obtained
from all 4
semester
Qualitative
Level
Grade
Awarded
Class
Label
75% or More Excellent A Distinction
60% - 74% Very Good B I Class
50% - 59% Good C II Class
40% - 49% Satisfactory D Pass
Below 40% Unsatisfactory E Fail
Award of Degree :
Students will be eligible to get their degree certificates of M.Sc. Mathematics after successful completion of their academic programme. They will have to apply to the
Register (Evaluation) along with the prescribed fee at the time of convocation to get their degree certificates. However they may be issued a provisional degree
certificates, on application, soon after the announcement of the final result.
Semester-wise Fee Structure
Program/Tuition Fees
Rs.
8000/-
Examination Fees
Rs.
1500/-
Registration Fees (at the time of Admission only)
Rs.
500/-
Fees for Re-sitting Examination
For 1 Paper
Rs.
400/-
For 2 Papers
Rs.
600/-
For 3 Papers
Rs.
800/-
More than 3 Papers
Rs.
1500/-