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M.Tech.
SOFTWARE
SYSTEMS

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Work Integrated
Learning Programmes
 M.Tech. in Software Systems is a four-semester Work Integrated
Learning Program which leads to a master’s degree in Software
Systems. Software systems have grown in complexity, size and area of
M.Tech. application. Internet has enabled construction of distributed systems.
Smart phones, intelligent cars and sophisticated medical equipment
SOFTWARE
SYSTEMS have given birth to a large number of embedded systems. Growth in
data has prompted use of analytics to derive meaningful insights. All
these trends have led to different kinds of Software systems.

PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS assignments are Code::Blocks,

• M.Tech. in Software System is a
four semester programme
• The program offers a set of core
courses and elective courses,
allowing students to specialize in
one of the following areas:
Embedded systems, Networked
systems, Data analytics, Software
engineering and
Telecommunications. The program
ends with a dissertation that
enables students to advance in their
professional area by applying
concepts and techniques in a
project
SQLite, Star UML, NS2, WireShark
and Keil
• Case studies consist of analysing a
given situation and finding solutions
to issues, using techniques learnt
• Work integrated activities consist of
looking at work performed at the
workplace using concepts learnt,
and potentially enhancing the
quality of software at the workplace
using techniques learnt. This
enables students to relate concepts
to their professional work
PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES

• The methodology is a combination This program is designed to meet the

of class room learning and
experiential learning. Experiential
learning consists of lab exercises,
assignments, case studies and work
integrated activities
• Lab exercises consist of
programming exercises,
experiments using simulation tools,
analysis and design of systems, etc.
Some of the tools used in
growing demand for professionals
who can design software systems
such as Embedded systems,
Networked systems and Data
Analytics. It will enable professionals
to take up higher responsibilities of
designing & architecting systems. It
will also enable students to pursue
higher education. Organizations will
be able to deliver sophisticated
systems to their clients.

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LEARNING OUTCOMES ELIGIBILITY
B Tech., BE, M.Sc, MCA or equivalent with a
Students will understand the challenges
minimum of 1 year work experience in software
involved in building complex systems and will
industry.
learn how to address them using appropriate
technologies and industry best practices.
Students will be able to conceptualize and build
software systems considering different aspects
such as human computer interaction, software
architecture and security.

FEE STRUCTURE
The following fees schedule is applicable for candidates seeking new admission during the academic
year 2016-17

Application Fees (one time) : INR 1,500

Admission Fees (one time) : INR 15,000

Semester Fees (per semester) : INR 40,750

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SEMESTER-WISE PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Participants need to take at least 12 courses towards coursework, and complete one Project/
Dissertation. The coursework requirement for the programme would consist of a set of core courses
and electives. Core courses are compulsory for all participants, while electives can be chosen based on
individual learning preferences.

First Year First Semester Second Year First Semester

Object Oriented Analysis & Design Distributed Computing
Data Structures and Algorithms Design Elective 5
Database Design & Applications Elective 6
Elective 1 Elective 7
First Year Second Semester Second Year Second Semester
Software Architectures Dissertation
Elective 2
Elective 3
Elective 4

GENERAL POOL OF ELECTIVES

• Advanced Compilation Techniques • Computer Organisation & Software
• Advanced Operating Systems Systems

• Artificial Intelligence • Human Computer Interaction

• Computer Graphics • Multimedia Computing

• Parallel Computing

Electives can be chosen either from the general pool of electives or from across other pools of electives
for specialisations.
SPECIALISATIONS
Specialisations are optional. To earn a specialization, a participant must select and successfully
complete at least 4 courses from that Specialisation pool.

Specialisation in Software Engineering

Complete minimum 4 courses from this pool to specialise in Software Engineering:
• Secure Software Engineering • Software Project Management
• Software Engineering & Management • Software Quality Management
• Software for Embedded Systems • Usability Engineering
• Software Maintenance Management

Specialisation in Data Analytics

Complete minimum 4 courses from this pool to specialise in Data Analytics:
• Advanced Data Mining • Data Warehousing
• Advanced Statistical Techniques for • Distributed Data Systems
Analytics • Information Retrieval
• Data Mining • Machine Learning
• Data Storage Technologies & Networks

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Specialisation in Networks & Networked Systems
Complete minimum 4 courses from this pool to specialise in Networks & Networked Systems:
• Advanced Computer Networks • Internetworking Technologies
• Cloud Computing • Network Programming
• Computer Networks • Network Security
• Cryptography • Telecom Network Management
• Data Storage Technologies & Networks • Wireless & Mobile Communication
• Infrastructure Management

Specialisation in Embedded Systems

Complete minimum 4 courses from this pool to specialise in Embedded Systems:
• Embedded Systems Design • Real Time Systems
• Hardware Software Co-Design • Software Development for Portable
• Networked Embedded Applications Devices
• Pervasive Computing • Software for Embedded Systems
• Real Time Operating Systems

Specialisation in Telecommunications
Complete minimum 4 courses from this pool to specialise in Telecommunications:
• Advanced Computer Networks • Satellite Communication
• Digital Signal Processing • Telecom Network Management
• Embedded Systems Design • Wireless & Mobile Communication
• Optical Communication

HOW TO APPLY
Please note that in order to apply to a WILP programme, the candidate must be currently employed in
the relevant professional field.
Carefully read through the following steps to understand the application process:
1. Choose the programme, and apply using the Online Application Form through the WILP website.
2. After you complete and submit the Online Application Form, you will be taken to a new webpage
where you will see an online payment link to pay the Application Fee of INR 1,500/-.
You can pay the Application Fee of INR 1,500/- through Netbanking/ Debit Card/ Credit Card. You
may also pay using Demand Draft/ Bank Challan.
The Application Fee may either be paid immediately upon submitting the Online Application Form,
or later by retrieving your form using ‘Retrieve Your Form’ link under the Quick Links section of
the website.
3. The new webpage will also allow you to download a PDF of the complete Application Form. Using
the ‘Download Your Form' link, save the PDF copy of your Application Form to your computer.
4. Take a printout of the downloaded Application Form and note down the Application Form Number
that appears on the top-right corner of the first page. This Application Form Number should be
referred in all future correspondence with BITS Pilani.
5. In the printout of the downloaded Application Form, you will notice on page no. 3 a section called
the Employer Consent Form. Complete the Employer Consent Form. This form needs to be
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 signed and stamped by your organisation’s HR or any other authorised signatory of the company.
6. Further on page no. 4 of the printed Application Form is a section called the Mentor Consent
Form. You must find a senior person from your employing organisation who is willing to become
your Mentor. The Mentor Consent Form needs to be signed by the Mentor.
7. Further on page no. 5 of the downloaded Application Form, is a Checklist of Enclosures/
Attachments.
• Make photocopies of the documents mentioned in this Checklist
• Get these photocopies attested by your organisation’s HR, or a Gazetted Officer
• On the Checklist, please tick against all the documents that you have enclosed along with
your Application Form
8. The printed Application Form, along with duly filled Mentor Consent Form, Employer Consent
Form, Checklist of Enclosures, and attested photocopies of supporting documents should be put
together and couriered to:

Admissions Cell
Work Integrated Learning Programmes
Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Vidya Vihar Campus, Pilani
Rajasthan – 333 031 (India)

9. Upon receipt of your Application Form and all other enclosures, the Admissions Cell will scrutinise
them for completeness, accuracy and eligibility.

10. Once received by us, you will be able to track the status of your Application Form using the
Application Status Tracker.

CURRICULUM DETAILS
1. Core courses provide a strong foundation in software systems.
2. General pool of electives deal with different aspects of software systems.
3. Other electives belong to different areas of specialization.
4. Students need to take 5 core courses (mandatory) and 7 elective courses depending on
desired specialization.

Operations

Group Courses in Group Overview of Group

Computer organization &
Software design
Computer Organization & Software
Systems
Data Structures & Algorithms Design
Object Oriented Analysis & Design
Software Architectures
Computer Graphics
Parallel Computing
Advanced Operating Systems
Advanced Compilation Techniques
These courses provide
understanding of the structure of
computer systems and ways to
design & program software systems.
It encompasses hardware, system
software and application software.
Lab exercises will use tools such as
Code::Blocks & Star UML.

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Group Courses in Group
Software Engineering Software Engineering &
Management
Software Project Management
Software Quality Management
Software Testing Methodologies
Secure Software Engineering
Software Maintenance Management
Usability Engineering
Human Computer Interaction
Telecommunications Wireless & Mobile Communication
Optical Communication
Satellite Communication
Telecom Network Management
Networks Computer Networks
Advanced Computer Networks
Cloud Computing
Distributed Computing
Network Programming
Network Security
Cryptography
Data Storage Technologies &
Networks
Infrastructure Management
Internetworking Technologies
Multimedia Computing
Overview of Group
Software engineering deals with
techniques to ensure robust
software.
These courses provide an
understanding of the challenges
involved in building large software
and how to address them in a
systematic manner.
Students will learn ways to integrate
components developed by multiple
team members, methods to ensure
good system performance &
techniques to ensure data integrity.
Students will learns ways to
estimate & plan software projects,
control scope creep, address risks,
and ensure high quality.
Course assignments provide
opportunity to apply concepts to
given situations
Telecommunication infrastructure
has become a basic need in
information systems.
These courses provide an
understanding of different
technologies used in
telecommunications
Almost every system today depends
on computer networks.
System components are distributed
across multiple computing
elements.
These courses provide an
understanding of the structure &
functioning of computer networks
and the challenges involved in the
design of networked software
systems and how to address them.
Assignments will use tools such as
Network Simulator 2, WireShark and
Amazon Cloud
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Group Courses in Group
Embedded systems Real Time Operating Systems
Real Time Systems
Embedded System Design
Software for Embedded Systems
Hardware Software Co-Design
Networked Embedded Applications
Pervasive Computing
Software Development for Portable
Devices
Digital Signal Processing
Data Analytics Database Design & Applications
Distributed Data Systems
Data Warehousing
Data Mining
Advanced Data Mining
Advanced Statistical Techniques for
Analytics
Data Storage Technologies &
Networks
Information Retrieval
Machine Learning
Artificial Intelligence
Overview of Group
Today, more and more devices have
software embedded into them.
These software monitor, process &
respond to real time events.
Building a robust embedded system
requires thorough understanding of
user requirements, design of
components, design of algorithms to
process events in real time, etc.
Lab exercises will use tools such as
Android Studio & Star UML
Data is a valuable asset of any
organization.
Intelligent use of data can provide
significant competitive advantage to
businesses.
These courses provide an
understanding of how to manage
data, analyse data and generate
meaningful insights to make
informed decisions.
Lab exercises will use tools such as
SQLite
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