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Semester-I or II
Engineering Mathematics –I
Engineering Physics
Engineering Chemistry
Engineering Mechanics
Engineering Graphics
Basic Civil and Mechanical Engineering
Basic Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Computer Programming
Environmental Studies and Technical Communication
Electrical and Mechanical Workshop
Computer Programming Laboratory
Language Laboratory

Semester-III
Engineering Mathematics II
Material Science
Fluid Mechanics & Heat Engines
Circuits, Signals & Systems I
Electrical Measurements & Measuring Instruments
Electronic Devices and Circuits
Electronic Circuits Lab
Basic Electrical Engineering Lab

Semester-IV
Engineering Mathematics III
Digital Electronics
Electrical Machines I
Circuits, Signals & Systems II
Analog Communication
Industrial & Power Electronics
Digital Electronics Lab
Electrical Measurements Lab

Semester-V
Engineering Mathematics IV
Electrical Machines II
Power Systems I
Microprocessor Based Systems
Linear Integrated Circuits
Field Theory
Electrical Machines Lab I
Microprocessor & Microcontroller Lab

Semester-VI
Modern Communication Engineering
Electrical Drawing
Modern Digital Signal Processing
Electrical Machines III
Control System I
Elective I
Power Electronics Lab
Mini Project
CUSAT B.TECH Electrical & Electronics Engineering syllabus
1101 ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS I
Module I
Ordinary differential equations:
First order differential equations - exact differential equations, Bernoulli's equations--Methods of solution and Simple applications.
Linear differential equations of higher orders with constant co-efficients-Methods of solution of these equations. Cauchy’s linear differential equations. Simultaneous linear differential equations- Simple applications of linear differential equations in engineering problems –Electrical Circuits, Mechanical Systems.
Module II
Infinite series : Integral test, comparison test, ratio test, Cauchy’s root test, Raabe’s test, seies of positive and negative terms, concept of absolute convergence, alternating series, Leibniz test(No proofs for any of the above tests)
Power series : Taylor and Maclaurin series of functions, Leibniz formula for the nth derivative of the product of two functions (No proof),use of Leibniz formula for the determination of co-efficients of the power series.
Module III
Partial differentiation: Partial differentiation-Concept of partial derivative - Chain rule- Total derivative- Euler’s theorem for homogeneous functions, Differentials and their applications in errors and approximations, Jacobians - Maxima minima of functions of two variables(Proof of the result not required)-Simple applications.
Co-ordinate systems: Rectangular co-ordinates-Polar co-ordinates-In plane and in Space-Cylindrical polar co-ordinates-Spherical polar co-ordinates.
Module IV
Integral calculus:
Application of definite integrals: Area, Volume, Arc length, Surface area.
Multiple integrals : Evaluation of double integrals-Change of order of integration. Evaluation of triple integrals-Change of Variables in integrals.
Applications of multiple integrals. Plane Area, Surface area &Volumes of solids
References:
1. S.S.Sastry, Engineering Mathematics -Vol1, PHI publishers
2. Erwin Kreyzig, Advanced Engineering Mathematics, Wiley Eastern
3. T.Veerarajan, Engineering Mathematics, TMGH Publishers
4. B.S.Grewal, Higher Engineering Mathematics, Khanna Publishers

Type of Questions for University Exam.
Q 1:Eight short answer questions of 5 marks with two questions from each of the four modules. (8x5 = 40 marks)
Q 2 to Q.5 : Two questions A & B of 15 marks from each modules with option to answer either A or B. (4x15 = 60 marks)
1102 ENGINEERING PHYSICS
Module 1
Laser-introduction--spontaneous and stimulated emission-principle of laser- properties of laser-Einstein coefficients and the analysis of lasing conditions- Basic components of a laser-Different types of lasers- construction, working and applications of Ruby laser-Neodymium YAG laser- He-Ne laser- semiconductor laser-Applications of laser in medicine, industry, science and communication.
Holography-basic principle-Comparison with ordinary photography-Recording and reconstruction of holograms-applications.
Fibre optics - Basic structure of an optical fibre - step-index fibre and graded index fibre- propagation of light in an optical fibre-acceptance angle and acceptance cone- Numerical aperture of a step-index fibre-Numerical aperture of a graded index fibre-modes of propagation-step index monomode fibre-Multimode stepindex fibre- Graded multimode fibre-Attenuation in optic fibres-fibre losses-material loss, scattering loss, absorption loss, leaky modes- dispersion in optical fibres- Applications.
Module II
Crystallography – Space lattice- Basis- Unit cell- Unit cell parameters- Crystal systems- Bravais lattices-Three cubic lattices-sc, bcc, and fcc- Number of atoms per unit cell- Co-ordination number- Atomic radius-Packing factor- Relation between density and crystal lattice constants- Lattice planes and Miller indices-Separation between lattice planes in sc- Bragg’s law- Bragg’s x-ray spectrometer- Crystal structure analysis.
Liquid crystals- Liquid crystals, display systems-merits and demerits- Metallic glasses- Types of metallic glasses (Metal-metalloid glasses, Metal-metal glasses) – Properties of metallic glasses (Structural, electrical,magnetic and chemical properties).
Shape memory alloys- Shape memory effect, pseudo elasticity
Module III
Introduction to nanoscale science and technology- nanostructures-nanoring, nanorod, nanoparticle,
nanoshells- Properties of nanoparticles- optical, electrical, magnetic, mechanical properties and quantum
confinement- Classification of nanomaterials- C60, metallic nanocomposites and polymer nanocomposites-Applications of nanotechnology.
Superconductivity-Introduction--transition temperature-Meissner effect-properties of super conductors.Types of superconductors-type 1 and type 2- AC Josephsons effect- DC Jospehsons effect- Flux quantisation-Squid-High temperature superconductors-Applications of super conductivity.
Special Theory of Relativity - Michelson-Morley experiment. Einstein‘s postulates. Lorentz transformation equations (no derivation). Simultaneity. Length contraction. Time dilation. Velocity addition. Relativistic mass. Mass energy relation. Mass less particle.
Module IV
Quantum mechanics-Introduction-origin of quantum theory-black body radiation and photo electric effect (brief ideas only)-matter waves- wave packet-uncertainty principle-(two forms)Time dependent Shrodinger equation for a free particle-Particle in force field and time dependent Schrodinger equation-Time independent schrodinger equation-Physical intrepretation of wave function-application -Particle in a Box (one dimensional) –Energy eigen values and wave functions Ultrasonics-piezo electric effect-Magnetostriction effect-production of ultrasonics-properties of ultrasonics- ultrasonic diffractometer and determination of velocity of ultrasonics in a liquid-Application of ultrasonics in non destructive testing - Accoustics of building-reverberation- Absorption Coefficient- Sabines formula for reverberation time(Derivation)-Accoustic intensity- loudness-decibel-phon-conditions for good acoustics(Qualitative study).
References:
1. S. Mani Naidu, A Text book of Engineering Physics, Pearson, 2010
2. M.C. Santosh Kumar, Engineering Physics, Nalpat Publishers.
3. B. Premlet, Advanced Engineering Physics, Phasor Books, Kollam.
4. A.S. Vasudeva, Modern Engineering Physics, S. Chand & Co.
5. Prabir K. Vasu and Hrishikesh Dhasmana, Engineering Physics, Ane books Pvt. Ltd., 2010.
6. S.O. Pillai & Sivakami, Applied Physics, New Age International (P) Ltd., Second Edition 2008.
7. G.S. Raghuvanshi, Engineering Physics, Prentice Hall of India.

Type of Questions for University Exam.
Q 1:Eight short answer questions of 5 marks with two questions from each of the four modules. (8x5 = 40 marks)
Q 2 to Q.5 : Two questions A & B of 15 marks from each modules with option to answer either A or B. (4x15 = 60 marks)
1103 ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY
Module I
Solid state chemistry: Fundamentals, Bonding in solids, Born-Haber cycle, Point defects, Methods to improve reactivity of solids, Free electron theory, Band theory, Fermi level in semiconductors, Molecular field theory of magnetic materials.
Spectroscopy: Molecular energy levels-Types of molecular spectra- Electronic spectra (Classification of electronic transitions- Beer Lamberts law, Vibrational spectra (mechanism of interaction and application), Rotational spectra (Determination of bond length and application). NMR spectra (Basic principle, chemical shift, spin-spin splitting)
Solid surface characterisation: Electron spectroscopy for chemical analysis, Chemical shift, BET isotherm, Thermodynamics of adsorption.
Module II
Electrochemistry: Fundamentals, Electrode potential, Nernst’s equation, Types of electrodes, Salt bridge, E.M.F measurement. Concentration cells, Calculation of E.M.F of a concentration cell.
Acids and bases, Arrhenius concept, Bronsted-Lowry concept of acids and bases, Lewis concept, Buffer solutions, pH measurement, Polarisation, Overvoltage.
Power generation: Secondary cells, Fuel cells, Photovoltaic effect, Solar cells.
Corrosion and its control: Theories of corrosion - Galvanic series- Types of corrosion - Factors affecting corrosion and different methods of corrosion control.
Chemical Kinetics: reaction rate, rate constant, rate law, reaction order, first order, second order, pseudo-first order reactions, integrated rate laws, half-life of a reaction and its relation to rate constant. Molecularity, simple unimolecular and bimolecular reactions. Arrhenius equation.
Module III
Chemical Thermodynamics: Fundamentals, Molecular interpretation of internal energy, enthalpy and entropy, Heat of reaction, Kirchhof’s equation, Trouton’s rule, Entropy changes accompanying different processes, Nernst heat theorem, Third-law.
Free energy: Dependence on pressure and temperature, Gibbs-Helmholtz equation, Free energy changes and equilibrium constant, chemical potential, Fugacity, Thermodynamics of biochemical reactions.
Phase Rule: Terms involved in phase rule and examples, Application of phase rule to one component water system, Application of phase rule to two-component systems.
Module IV
Engineering materials:
Polymers- Classifications- Mechanism of polymerisation (Addition, free radical, cationic, anionic and coordination polymerisation)- Thermoplastics and thermosetting plastics-Compounding of plastics-Moulding techniques of plastics (Compression, Injection, Transfer and Extrusion moulding)-Preparation, properties and uses of PVC, PVA, Nylon, PET - Silicon polymers- Biodegradable plastics. Elastomers- structure of natural rubber- vulcanisation- synthetic rubbers (Buna-S, Butyl rubber and Neoprene).
Lubricants- Introduction-Mechanism of lubrication- solid and liquid lubricant- Properties of lubricants-Viscosity index- flash and fire point- cloud and pour point- aniline value.
Refractories: Classification – Properties of refractories.
Cement- Manufacture of Portland cement- Theory of setting and hardening of cement.
References:
1. Peter Atkins, Julio de Paula, Elements of Physical Chemistry, Oxford University Press, 2005.
2. John E. McMurry and Robert C. Fay, Chemistry, 5th Edition, Pearson, 2008.
3. O. G Palanna, Engineering Chemistry, Tata McGraw Hill Education Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 2009.
4. R.N. Goyal, Harmendra Goel, Textbook of Engineering Chemistry, 2nd Edition, Ane Books Pvt. Ltd., 2011.
5. R Gopalan, D Venkappayya, Sulochana Nagarajan, Textbook of Engineering Chemistry, 2nd Edition, Vikas Publishing House Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 2005.
6. Shashi Chawla, A Text Book of Engineering Chemistry, Dhanpat Rai & Co, New Delhi, 2003.
7. Kochubaby Manjooran, Modern Engineering Chemistry, Kannantheri Publication, Kochi.

Type of Questions for University Exam.
Q 1:Eight short answer questions of 5 marks with two questions from each of the four modules. (8x5 = 40 marks)
Q 2 to Q.5 : Two questions A & B of 15 marks from each modules with option to answer either A or B. (4x15 = 60 marks)
1104 ENGINEERING MECHANICS
A) STATICS

Module I
Concurrent forces in a plane: Principles of statics. Composition and resolution of forces. Equilibrium of concurrent forces in a plane. Method of projection. Method of moments. Friction.
Parallel forces in a plane: Two parallel forces. General case of parallel forces in a plane. Centre of parallel forces and centre of gravity, Pappus theorems, centroids of composite plane figures and curves. Distributed forces in a plane.
Module II
Properties of areas: . Moment of inertia of a plane figure with respect to an axis in its plane. Polar moment of inertia. Product of inertia. Principal axes. Mass moment of inertia of material bodies.
General case of forces in a plane: Composition of forces in a plane. Equilibrium of forces in a plane. Plane trusses - Method of joints. Method of sections. Plane frames : Method of members. Principle of virtual work: Equilibrium of ideal systems, stable and unstable equilibrium.
B) DYNAMICS
Module III
Rectilinear translation: Kinematics of rectilinear motion. Differential equation of rectilinear motion. Motion of a particle acted upon by a constant force, by a force as a function of time and by a force proportional to displacement. Simple harmonic motion. D'Alembert's principle. Momentum and impulse. Work and energy, ideal systems, conservation of energy. Impact.
Module IV
Curvilinear translation: Kinematics of curvilinear translation. Differential equations of motion. Motion of a projectile. D'Alembert's principle in curvilinear motion. Moment of momentum. Work and energy in curvilinear motion.
Rotation of a rigid body: Kinematics of rotation. Equation of motion of a rigid body rotating about a fixed axis. Rotation under the action of a constant moment. Compound pendulum. General case of moment proportional to the angle of rotation. D'Alemberts principle of rotation. Resultant inertia force in rotation. Principle of angular momentum in rotation. Energy equation for rotating bodies.
References:
1. Timoshenko and Young, Engineering Mechanics, McGraw Hill Book Company.
2. Beer F. P. and Johnston E. R, Mechanics for Engineers (Vol. 1- Statics and Vol.2 -Dynamics), Tata McGraw Hill.
3. Merriam H. L. & Kraige L. G, Engineering Mechanics (Vol. 1- Statics and Vol.2 -Dynamics), John Wiley and Sons.
4. Biju N, Engineering mechanics, Educational Publications.

Type of Questions for University Exam.
Q 1:Eight short answer questions of 5 marks with two questions from each of the four modules. (8x5 = 40 marks)
Q 2 to Q.5 : Two questions A & B of 15 marks from each modules with option to answer either A or B. (4x15 = 60 marks)
1105 ENGINEERING GRAPHICS
Module I
Introduction to engineering graphics. Drawing instruments and their use. familiarisation with current Indian Standard Code of Practice for general engineering drawing.
Scales- plain scale ,vernier scale, diagonal scale.
Conic sections- Construction of ellipse, parabola, hyperbola - construction of cycloid, involute, archimedian spiral and logarithmic spiral- drawing tangents and normals to these curves.
Module II
Introduction to orthographic projections- plane of projection- principles of first angle and third angle projections, projection of points in different quadrants.
Orthographic projection of straight lines parallel to one plane and inclined to the other plane- straight lines inclined to both the planes- true length and inclination of lines with reference planes- traces of lines.
Projection of plane laminae of geometrical shapes in oblique positions.
Module III
Projection of polyhedra and solids of revolution- frustum, projection of solids with axis parallel to one plane and parallel or perpendicular to other plane- projection of solids with axis inclined to both the planes- projection of solids on auxiliary planes.
Section of solids by planes inclined to horizontal or vertical planes- true shape of sections.
Module IV
Development of surface of cubes, prisms, cylinders, pyramids and cones
Intersection of surfaces- methods of determining lines of intersection - intersection of prism in prism and cylinder in cylinder.
Module V
Introduction to isometric projection- isometric scales, isometric views- isometric projections of prisms, pyramids, cylinders, cones and spheres.
Introduction to perspective projections : visual ray method and vanishing point method- perspective of circles- perspective views of prisms and pyramids.
References:
1. K.C. John. Engineering Graphics, PHI Learning
2. P.I. Varghese and K.C. John, Engineering Graphics, JET Publishers
3. N.D.Bhat , Elementary Engineering Drawing, Charotar publishing house
4. P.S.Gill , Geometric Drawing, B.D Kataria &Sons, Ludhiana
5. P I Varghese , Engineering Graphics, VIP Publishers.
University Examination Question Paper pattern
Two questions of 20 marks each from all the five modules. Answer one question from each module. (5x20 = 100 marks)
1106 BASIC CIVIL AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
PART- A: BASIC CIVIL ENGINEERING
Module I
Engineering Materials: Cement - varieties and grade of cement and its uses. Cement mortar- Steel- types of steel for reinforcement bars, steel structural sections. Brick- varieties and strength, tests on bricks.
Aggregates- types & requirements. Concrete- grades of concrete as per IS code, water cement ratio, workability, mixing, batching, placing, compaction and curing.
Construction : Foundation- types of foundations- isolated footing, combined footing, raft, pile & well foundations- Foundation for Machinery
Module II
Super structure: Brick masonry, English bond and Flemish bond, Stone masonry-Ashlar masonry- Rubble masonry. Roofing- Steel trusses, roofing for industrial buildings
Surveying: Principles, instruments, ranging and chaining of survey lines, errors in chaining, field work, field book, selection of survey stations, reconnaissance.
Leveling: Leveling instruments, different types, temporary adjustments, mean sea level, reduced level of point, booking of field notes, reduction of levels by height of collimation method.
References:
1. S.C. Rangawala, Engineering Materials, Charotar Publishing House, Anand.
2. Roy M. Thomas, Fundamentals of Civil Engineering, Educational Publishers,Ernakulam
3 Surendra Singh, Building Materials, Vikas Publishing Company, New delhi.
4 S.C. Rangawala, Building Construction, Charotar Publishing House, Anand.
5. P. Kanetkar, Surveying and Levelling, Volumes 1 and 2, United Book Corporation, Poona.
PART A - Type of Questions for University Exam. (Maximum Marks: 50) (To be answered in separate answer book)
Q 1 :Four short answer questions of 4 marks each with two questions from each modules. (4x5 = 20 marks)
Q 2 to Q.5 : Two questions A & B of 15 marks from each moduls with option to answer either A or B. (2 x 15 = 30 marks)
PART – B: BASIC MECHANICAL EGINEERING
Module I
Thermodynamics: Thermodynamics systems – open, closed and isolated systems, equilibrium state of a system, property and state, process, cycle, Zeroth law of thermodynamics- concept of temperature, temperature scales. First law – internal energy, enthalpy, work and heat, Different processes, isobaric, isochoric, isothermal and adiabatic processes Second law – Kelvin-plank and Claussius statements, Carnot Cycle.
Internal Combustion Engines: Air standard cycles – Otto and Diesel cycles, working of two stroke and four stroke Petrol and Diesel engines, Carburatted and MPFI engines, fuel pump, fuel injector, ignition system, cooling system, lubricating system.
Module II
Refrigeration and Air conditioning: Vapour compression and vapour absorption refrigeration systems, summer, winter and comfort air conditioning.
Manufacturing processes – Casting (sand and die casting processes), Forging (open &closed die forging), Rolling, Extrusion, Welding (resistance, arc and gas), brazing and soldering
Elementary ideas of simple reaction and impulse turbines, compounding of turbines.
Transmission of power: Belt drives (open and closed), Chain drives.
References:
1. P.K. Nag, Engineering Thermodynamics, Tata McGraw Hill
2. J.P. Holman, Thermodynamics, Mc Graw Hill
3. Rogowsky, Elements of Internal combustion Engines, Tata McGraw Hill
4. Gill, Smith & Ziurys, Fundamentals of Internal Combustion Engines, Oxford & IBH
5. Stoecker, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Tata McGraw Hill
6. Raghavan : Material Science and Engineering, Prentice Hall of India
PART B - Type of Questions for University Exam. (Maximum Marks: 50) (To be answered in separate answer book)
Q 1 :Four short answer questions of 4 marks each with two questions from each modules. (4x5 = 20 marks)
Q 2 to Q.5 : Two questions A & B of 15 marks from each moduls with option to answer either A or B. (2 x 15 = 30 marks)
1107 BASIC ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
PART- A: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Module I
Resistance : Circular wires – Wire Tables – Temperature Effects – Types of Resistors – Colour Coding and Standard Resistor Values – Conductance – Ohmmeters – Metric Units –The Memristor. Ohm’s Law, Power and Energy : Ohm’s Law – Plotting Ohm’s Law – Power – Energy – Efficiency – Circuits Breakers, GFCI’s and Fuses – Applications .
Series dc Circuits: Series Resistors – Series Circuits – Power Distribution and Series circuit – Voltage Sources in a Series – Kirchoff’s Voltage Law – Voltage Division in a Series Circuit – Interchanging Series Elements – Notation – Voltage Regulation and the Internal Resistance of Voltage Sources. Parallel dc Circuits: Parallel Resistors – Parallel Circuits – Power Distribution in a Parallel Circuit – Kirchhoff’s Current Law – Current Divider Rule – Voltage Sources in Parallel – Open and Short Circuits.
Capacitors: The Electric Field – Capacitance – Capacitors, Inductors: Magnetic Field – Inductance.
Module II
AC Fundamentals: Sinusoidal Alternating Waveforms - Sinusoidal ac Voltage Characteristics and Definitions – Frequency Spectrum – The Sinusoidal Waveform – General format for the sinusoidal Voltage of current – Phase Relations – Average Value – Effective (rms) Values – ac Meters and Instruments. Elementary Concepts of Energy Meter Watt Meter, Volt Meter and Ammeter.
The Basic Elements and Phasors: Response of Basic R,L and C Elements to a Sinusoidal Voltage or Current – Frequency Response of the Basic Elements – Average Power and Power Factor – Complex Numbers – Rectangular Form – Polar Form – Conversion between Forms.
Series and Parallel ac Circuits: Impedance and the Phasor Diagram- Series Configuration – Voltage Divider Rule – Frequency Response for Series ac Circuits –Admittance and Susceptance – Parallel ac Networks – Current Divider Rule – Frequency response of Parallel Elements.
Introduction to 3 phase Systems: StarΔ Connection
Elementary Concepts of Generation, Transmission, and Distribution: Various Levels of Power Transmission – Conventional Sources of Electrical Energy, Hydro, Thermal, Nuclear and Diesel Power Station - Introduction to Primary and Secondary distribution - Basic Concepts of Transformers - Principle of Operation – Applications to Power Systems.
PART- B: ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
Module III
The Diode - Biasing the Diode, Voltage - Current Characteristic of a Diode, Diode Models, Diode Applications - Half Wave and Full Wave Rectifiers, Power supply Filters and Regulators, Special Purpose Diodes - Zener Diodes- Applications, Varactor Diodes, Optical Diodes-Other Types of Diodes. Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJTs) - Transistor Structure - Basic Transistor Operation, Transistor characteristics and parameters, Transistor as an Amplifier, Transistor as a Switch.
Module IV
Sensors-Temperature, light, force and sound sensors; Actuators – Heat, Light, force and sound actuators. Electronic measurements - measurements of voltages and currents, voltmeter, ammeter, multimeter, CRO (Block level treatment only)
Introduction to Electronic Communication systems: Modulation and Demodulation, Analog communication system, Electromagnetic frequency spectrum, Bandwidth and information capacity, Principles of Amplitude and angle modulation, Bandwidth requirements of angle modulated waves.
Optical communication: Fundamental concepts, Block diagram of an optical fibre communications system. Cellular Telephone: Fundamental concepts, Frequency reuse, Block diagram of a simplified cellular telephone system, Roaming and handoffs
Satellite communication: Block diagram of Satellite system link models – Uplink, Transponder Downlink.
Reference:
1. Boylestad, Introductory Circuit analysis, Pearson Education, 12/e, 2012.
2. Thomas L. Floyd, Electronic Devices, Pearson Education Inc. 7th edition.
3. Neil Storey, Electronics A systems approach, Pearson Education Inc. 2011 Wayne Tomasi, Electronic Communication Systems: Fundamentals through Advanced, Pearson Education Inc. 5th edition.

Type of Questions for University Exam.
Q 1:Eight short answer questions of 5 marks with two questions from each of the four modules. (8x5 = 40 marks)
Q 2 to Q.5 : Two questions A & B of 15 marks from each modules with option to answer either A or B. (4x15 = 60 marks)
1108 COMPUTER PROGRAMMING
Module I
Basics of Computer and Information Technology:
Digital Computer System (CPU, Memory, I/O devices)- Working of a digital computer- Hardware and Software : Definition - Categories of Software, Application of Computers – Role of Information Technology – Internet Services
Problem Solving Methodology:
Program - Programming Process ( Problem statement, Analysis, Design a solution, Implement/Coding the solution, Test the solution, Iteration through the phases to refine/correct the program)- Design tools (Algorithm, Flow-chart, Pseudo-code)- Develop algorithms for simple problems.
Module II
Programming Languages:
Types and generation of programming languages- Compiler – Interpreter-Linker –Loader –Execution of Program
Basics of C:
Character set-Identifier- Keywords- Constants –Data Types- Variables and declaration –Operators and Expressions – Operator precedence and associativity – Expression Evaluation (Simple Examples) - Input and output functions – Simple computational problems involving the above constructs.
Module III
Control Statements:
Selection, Conditional operator, Iteration (for, while, do-while), Branching (switch, break, continue, goto), Nesting of control statements- Problems using control statements.
Arrays and Strings:
1D and 2D arrays –Searching (Linear and Binary) - Sorting (Bubble, Selection) – Matrix manipulation programs – Strings and basic operations on strings – Strings functions - Programs on string manipulation
Functions:
Definition – Calling – Declaration – Parameter Passing (by value and by reference) – Recursion – Library functions –Programs based on functions
Module IV
User defined data types:
Structure – Union - Enumerated data type - Programs involving structure and union.
Pointers:
Declaration, Initialization – Pointers and arrays – Pointers and structures – Pointers and functions – Command line arguments – Dynamic memory allocation – Operations on pointers – Programs involving the above concepts
Files:
File concept – File pointer – File handling operations (open, close, read, write etc) on sequential and random access files. Programs on file manipulations using fgetc(), fgets), fseek.
References:
1. Pradip Dey and Manas Ghosh, Computer Fundamentals and Programming in C, Oxford.
2. Samarjit Ghosh, All of C, PHI Learning
3. Byron Gottfried , Programming with C , 2nd edition, TMH publication.
4. B.W. Kernighan and D.M. Ritchie, The C Programming Language, Pearson Education.
5. R G Dromey , How to solve it by Computer, Prentice Hall
6. D.E. Knuth, The Art of Computer Programming – Volume 1,2 &3, Addison Wesley.
7. Yashwant P. Kanetkar, Let Us Use C, 8th Edition (Paperback).
8. Sukhendu Dey , Complete Knowledge in C, Narosa
9. Varghese Paul, Computer Fundamentals , EPD.

Type of Questions for University Exam.
Q 1:Eight short answer questions of 5 marks with two questions from each of the four modules. (8x5 = 40 marks)
Q 2 to Q.5 : Two questions A & B of 15 marks from each modules with option to answer either A or B. (4x15 = 60 marks)
1109 ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES AND TECHNICAL COMMUNICATION
PART – A: ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES (1 hour / week)
Module I
Natural resources - issues related to the use and over exploitation of forest resources, water resources, mineral resources, food resources, energy resources and land resources- role of an individual in conservation of natural resources - equitable use of resources for sustainable life styles.
Concept of an ecosystem - structure and function - energy flow in the ecosystem - ecological succession - food chains, food webs and ecological pyramids - structure and functions of a forest ecosystem and an aquatic eco system.
Definition of biodiversity - genetic, species and ecosystem diversity - biogeographical classification of India - Value of biodiversity: consumptive use, productive use, social, ethical, aesthetic and option values. Threats to biodiversity, Conservation of biodiversity.
Module II
Environmental Pollution - Causes, effects and control measures of air pollution, water pollution, soil pollution, noise pollution, marine pollution, thermal pollution and nuclear hazards - Causes, effects and control measures of urban and industrial solid wastes -Role of an individual in prevention of pollution - An overview of the various environmental legislations in India - Issues involved in enforcement of environmental legislation. Disaster Management: Floods, earth quake, cyclone and landslides. Role of public awareness in disaster management.
The concept of sustainable development - Urban problems related to energy - Water conservation, rain water harvesting, water shed management - Resettlement and rehabilitation of people; its problems and concerns - Climate change, global warming, acid rain, ozone layer depletion, nuclear accidents and holocaust, case studies - Population growth and problems of population explosion – Environment and human health – Human rights – Value education – Role of Information Technology in environment and human health - Environmental ethics: issues and possible solutions.
References:
1.Rajagopalan. R, Environmental Studies: From Crisis to Cure, Oxford University Press, 2005
2.Erach Bharucha, Textbook of Environmental Studies and Ethics, Universities Press (India), Hyderabad, 2005.
3.Jayashree A. Parikh, V.M. Balsaraf, P.B. Dwivedi, Environmental Studies, Ane Books Pvt. Ltd., 2010.
4.Anindita Basak, Environmental Studies, Pearson, 2009.
5.Gouri Suresh, Environmental Studies and Ethics, I.K. International Publishing House Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 2007.
6.S.P. Misra, Essential Environmental Studies, 3rd Edition, Ane Books Pvt. Ltd., 2011.
7.Benny Joseph, Environmental Science & Engineering, Tata McGraw Hill Education Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 2010.
8.Meenambal T , Uma R M and K Murali, Principles of Environmental Science and Engineering, S. Chand & Company Ltd, 2005
PART – B: TECHNICAL COMMUNICATION (1 hour / week)
This is a practice oriented, need based, and functional – communicative course. It is intended to develop the student’s skill of communication in listening, speaking, reading and writing. The student is advised to cultivate the habit of reading newspapers, magazines and books in a free, extensive manner to consolidate the skill already achieved. A more inter-active process of teaching/learning is called for in order to achieve effective communication.
Questions at the class tests and semester end examination will be largely problem solving and application oriented in nature.
Module I
Communicative Grammar: Time, tense and aspect; Verbs of state and event; Use of preposition; Expressing emotions and attitudes: Hope, anticipation of pleasure, disappointment, approval, disapproval, surprise.
The sounds of English: (it is not a course in phonetics. Technical terms will not be used except when absolutely necessary.)
Length of vowels-long and short vowels
/ | /, / 3 : /, /a :/, / : /, /U : / | / / 2 /, /,/ Λ /, / O /, / U / - Consonants : / f, v, o, o, s, z, 3/ - Stress pattern -
Intonation: failing and rising.
Oral Communication: starting and ending a conversation; telling and asking people to do things; expressing opinions and ideas, decisions and intentions, offers and invitations, feelings, right and wrong, numbers and money.
Purpose and audience; dealing with customers and clients; face-to-face discussions; interviews; group discussions; meetings and attending meetings; checking understanding; raising questions; giving and receiving feedback; using body language; leading and directing discussions; concluding discussions; using graphics in oral presentations
Reading Comprehension and reference skills: skimming and scanning; factual and inferential comprehension; prediction; guessing meaning of words from context; word reference; comprehending graphics in technical writing.
Reading strategies; reading speed; reading between the lines for hidden meaning; interpreting graphics; using a dictionary; using an index; using a contents list to find information; choosing the right reference source.
Module II
Written Communication: note making and note taking; summarizing; notes and memos; developing notes into text; organization of ideas: cohesion and coherence; Preparing notes – writing business letters and E-mail messages. Organizing a meeting, preparing an agenda, chairing a meeting, drafting motions and resolutions, writing minutes.
Paragraph writing: Paragraph writing – Topic sentence, cohesion and coherence- sentence liners
(so, but, however etc), ordering information in space and time; short essays: description and argument; comparison and contrast; illustration; using graphics in writing: tables and charts; diagrams and flow-charts; maps, plans and graphs. Preparation of a business report-writing a business proposal - format, length,structure.
Spelling rules and tips; writing a rough draft; editing and proof reading; writing the final draft; styling text; filling in complex forms; standard letters; Writing a curriculum vitae (both chronological & functional) along with an application for a job; Public relation – Concept and relevance – PR in a business organization-handing the media; writing a report; writing leaflets and brochures; writing references; essay writing: expository writing; description of processes and products; classification; the instructional process; arguments and presentation of arguments; narrating events chronologically.
References :
1.John Seely, Oxford Guide to Writing and Speaking, Oxford University Press.
2.C. Muralikrishna and Sunita Mishra, Communication Skills for Engineers, 2nd Edition, Pearson, 2011.
3.Meenakshi Raman and Sangeetha Sharma, Technical Communication: Principles and Practice,
Oxford University Press, 2004.
4.Krishna Mohan and Meenakshi Raman, Effective English Communication,Tata Mc-GraHill,2000.
5.William Sanborn Pfeiffer, T.V.S. Padmaja, Technical Communication – A Practical Approach,
Pearson, 2007.
6.R.C. Bhatia, Business Communication, 2nd Edition, Ane Books Pvt. Ltd., 2008.
7.Krishna Mohan and Meera Banerji, Developing Communication Skills, Mac Millan India Ltd, 2000.
University Examination Pattern
The question paper will have two parts. Part A and Part B will have a weightage of 50 marks each and they will have to be answered in separate answer books.
Question Paper Pattern for Part A ( Environmental Studies)
Q I. – 6 short type questions of 3 marks each, with three questions from each module (6 x3 = 18)
QII. – 2 questions A and B of 16 marks from Module I with choice to answer one. Both A and B should have a minimum of two sub – sections.
QIII - 2 questions A and B of 16 marks from Module II with choice to answer one. Both A and B should have a minimum of two sub – sections.
Question Paper Pattern for Part B ( Technical Communication)
Q I – 10 short answer questions of 2 marks each, with five questions from each module. The questions shall be problem solving and application oriented in nature. (10x2 = 20 marks)
QII. – 2 questions A and B of 15 marks from Module I with choice to answer one. Both A and B should have a minimum of two sub – sections. The questions shall be problem solving and application oriented in nature.
QIII - 2 questions A and B of 15 marks from Module II with choice to answer one. Both A and B should have a minimum of two sub – sections. The questions shall be problem solving and application oriented in nature.
For detailed syllabus , here is the attachment ;