Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, West Bengal

(Formerly West Bengal University of Technology)

Syllabus for B. Tech in Information Technology
(Applicable from the academic session 2018-2019)

attributes, System abstraction and Cloud

Bursting, Applications and Cloud APIs
Cloud-based Storage: Cloud storage definition
– Manned and Unmanned
Webmail Services: Cloud mail services
including Google Gmail, Mail2Web, Windows
Live Hotmail, Yahoo mail, concepts of
Syndication services

Text book and Reference books:

1. Cloud Computing Bible by Barrie Sosinsky, Wiley India Pvt. Ltd, 2013
2. Mastering Cloud Computing by Rajkumar Buyya, Christian Vecchiola,
S. Thamarai Selvi, McGraw Hill Education (India) Private Limited,
2013
3. Cloud computing: A practical approach, Anthony T. Velte, Tata Mcgraw-Hill
4. Cloud Computing, Miller, Pearson
5. Building applications in cloud:Concept, Patterns and Projects, Moyer, Pearson
6. Cloud Computing – Second Edition by Dr. Kumar Saurabh, Wiley India

Machine Learning
Code: PEC-IT701D
Contacts: 3L

Name of the Course: Machine Learning

Course Code: PEC IT-701D Semester: VII

Duration: 6 months Maximum Marks: 100
Teaching Scheme Examination Scheme

Theory: 3 hrs./week Mid Semester exam: 15

Tutorial: NIL Assignment and Quiz: 10 marks
Attendance: 5 marks
Practical: Nil End Semester Exam: 70 Marks
Credit Points: 3

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(Formerly West Bengal University of Technology)
Syllabus for B. Tech in Information Technology
(Applicable from the academic session 2018-2019)

COURSE OBJECTIVE
 To learn the concept of how to learn patterns and concepts from data without being
explicitly programmed
 To design and analyse various machine learning algorithms and techniques with a modern
outlook focusing on recent advances.
 Explore supervised and unsupervised learning paradigms of machine learning.
 To explore Deep learning technique and various feature extraction strategies.
Hrs/unit Marks/unit

Unit 1: 10
Supervised Learning (Regression/Classification)
 Basic methods: Distance-based methods, Nearest-Neighbours, Decision
Trees, Naive Bayes
 Linear models: Linear Regression, Logistic Regression, Generalized
Linear Models
 Support Vector Machines, Nonlinearity and Kernel Methods
 Beyond Binary Classification: Multi-class/Structured Outputs, Ranking
Unit 2: 7
Unsupervised Learning
 Clustering: K-means/Kernel K-means
 Dimensionality Reduction: PCA and kernel PCA
 Matrix Factorization and Matrix Completion
 Generative Models (mixture models and latent factor models)
Unit 3 6
Evaluating Machine Learning algorithms and Model Selection, Introduction to
Statistical Learning Theory, Ensemble Methods (Boosting, Bagging, Random
Forests)
Unit 4 9
Sparse Modeling and Estimation, Modeling Sequence/Time-Series Data, Deep
Learning and Feature Representation Learning
Unit 5 9
Scalable Machine Learning (Online and Distributed Learning)
A selection from some other advanced topics, e.g., Semi-supervised Learning,
Active Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Inference in Graphical Models,
Introduction to Bayesian Learning and Inference
Unit 6: 5
Recent trends in various learning techniques of machine learning and
classification methods

References:
1. Kevin Murphy, Machine Learning: A Probabilistic Perspective, MIT Press, 2012
2. Trevor Hastie, Robert Tibshirani, Jerome Friedman, The Elements of Statistical
Learning, Springer 2009 (freely available online)
3. Christopher Bishop, Pattern Recognition and Machine Learning, Springer, 2007
4. Rajiv Chopra, Machine Learning, Khanna Publishing House, 2018

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(Formerly West Bengal University of Technology)
Syllabus for B. Tech in Information Technology
(Applicable from the academic session 2018-2019)

Cyber Security
Code: PEC-IT702F
Contact: 3L

Name of the Course: Cyber Security

Course Code: PEC-IT702F Semester: VII

Duration: 6 months Maximum Marks: 100

Teaching Scheme Examination Scheme

Theory: 3 hrs./week Mid Semester exam: 15

Tutorial: NIL Assignment and Quiz: 10 marks
Attendance: 5 marks
Practical: NIL End Semester Exam: 70 Marks
Credit Points: 3
Objective:
1 To develop an understanding of modern network architectures from a design and
performance perspective.
2 To introduce the student to the major concepts involved in wide-area networks
(WANs), local area networks (LANs) and Wireless LANs (WLANs).
3 To provide an opportunity to do network programming
4 To provide a WLAN measurement ideas.

Unit Content Hrs/Unit Marks/Unit

Introduction: Introduction to Cyber Security,
1 Importance and challenges in Cyber Security, 6
Cyberspace, Cyber threats, Cyberwarfare, CIA
Triad, Cyber Terrorism, Cyber Security of Critical
Infrastructure, Cybersecurity - Organizational
Implications.
Hackers and Cyber Crimes: Types of Hackers, 7
2 Hackers and Crackers, Cyber-Attacks and
Vulnerabilities, Malware threats, Sniffing, Gaining
Access, Escalating Privileges, Executing
Applications, Hiding Files, Covering Tracks,
Worms, Trojans, Viruses, Backdoors.
Ethical Hacking and Social Engineering: Ethical 8
3 Hacking Concepts and Scopes, Threats and Attack
Vectors, Information Assurance, Threat Modelling,
Enterprise Information Security Architecture,
Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing,
Types of Social Engineering, Insider Attack,
Preventing Insider Threats, Social Engineering
Targets and Defence Strategies.
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Cyber Forensics and Auditing: Introduction to Cyber 10

4. Forensics, Computer Equipment and associated
storage media, Role of forensics Investigator,
Forensics Investigation Process, Collecting Network
based Evidence, Writing Computer Forensics
Reports, Auditing, Plan an audit against a set of
audit criteria, Information Security Management
System Management. Introduction to ISO
27001:2013

5 Cyber Ethics and Laws: Introduction to Cyber Laws, 5

E-Commerce and E-Governance, Certifying
Authority and Controller, Offences under IT Act,
Computer Offences and its penalty under IT Act
2000, Intellectual Property Rights in Cyberspace. at
Network Layer-IPSec.

Text book and Reference books:

1. Cyber security , Nina Gobole & Sunit Belapune; Pub: Wiley India.
2. Information Security & Cyber Laws, Gupta & Gupta, Khanna Publishing House (AICTE
Recommended - 2018)
3. Information Security and Cyber Laws, Pankaj Agarwal
4. Donaldson, S., Siegel, S., Williams, C.K., Aslam, A., Enterprise Cybersecurity -How to
Build a Successful Cyberdefense Program Against Advanced Threats, A-press
5. Nina Godbole, SumitBelapure, Cyber Security, Willey
6. Hacking the Hacker, Roger Grimes, Wiley
7. Cyber Law By Bare Act, Govt Of india, It Act 2000.

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Operation Research
Code: OEC-IT701A
Contact: 3L

Name of the Course: Operation Research

Course Code: OEC-IT701A Semester: VII

Duration: 6 months Maximum Marks: 100
Teaching Scheme Examination Scheme
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Syllabus for B. Tech in Information Technology
(Applicable from the academic session 2018-2019)

Text book and Reference books:

1. M. Hiriyanna : Outlines of Indian Philosophy.

2. C.D.Sharma : A Critical Survey of Indian Philosophy.
3. S.N.Das Gupta : A History of Indian Philosophy Vol – I to V.
4. S.Radhakrishnan : Indian Philosophy Vol – I & II.
5. T.R.V.Murti : Central Philosophy of Buddhism.
6. J.N.Mahanty : Reason and Tradition of Indian Thought.
7. R.D.Ranade : A Constructive Survey of Upanisadic Philosophy.
8. P.T.Raju : Structural Depths of Indian Thought.
9. K.C.Bhattacharya : Studies in Philosophy Vol – 1.
10. Datta and Chatterjee : Introduction of Indian Philosophy
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Soft Skills & Interpersonal Communication
Code: OEC-IT701C
Contact: 3L

Name of the Course: Soft Skills & Interpersonal Communication

Course Code: OEC-IT701C Semester: VII

Duration: 6 months Maximum Marks: 100
Teaching Scheme Examination Scheme

Theory: 3 hrs./week Mid Semester exam: 15

Tutorial: NIL Assignment and Quiz: 10 marks
Attendance: 5 marks
Practical: NIL End Semester Exam: 70 Marks
Credit Points: 3

Unit Content Hrs/Unit Marks/Unit

1. Soft Skills: An Introduction – Definition and
1 Significance of Soft Skills; Process, Importance 12
and Measurment of Soft Skill Development.
2. Self-Discovery: Discovering the Self; Setting
Goals; Beliefs, Values, Attitude, Virtue.
3. Positivity and Motivation: Developing
Positive Thinking and Attitude; Driving out
Negativity; Meaning and Theories of Motivation;
Enhancing Motivation Levels.
Interpersonal Communication: Interpersonal 12
2 relations; communication models, process and
barriers; team communication; developing
interpersonal relationships through effective
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communication; listening skills; essential formal

writing skills; corporate communication styles –
assertion, persuasion, negotiation.
2. Public Speaking: Skills, Methods, Strategies
and Essential tips for effective public speaking.
3. Group Discussion: Importance, Planning,
Elements, Skills assessed; Effectively
disagreeing, Initiating, Summarizing and
Attaining the Objective.
4. Non-Verbal Communication: Importance
and Elements; Body Language.
5. Teamwork and Leadership Skills: Concept
of Teams; Building effective teams; Concept of
Leadership and honing Leadership skills.
3 1. Interview Skills: Interviewer and Interviewee 12
– in-depth perspectives. Before, During and
After the Interview. Tips for Success.
2. Presentation Skills: Types, Content,
Audience Analysis, Essential Tips – Before,
During and After, Overcoming Nervousness. 3.
Etiquette and Manners – Social and Business.
4. Time Management – Concept, Essentials,
Tips.
5. Personality Development – Meaning, Nature,
Features, Stages, Models; Learning Skills;
Adaptability Skills.

Text book and Reference books:

1. Managing Soft Skills for Personality Development – edited by B.N.Ghosh,
McGraw Hill India, 2012.
2. English and Soft Skills – S.P.Dhanavel, Orient Blackswan India, 2010.
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Project Management and Entrepreneurship

Code: HSMC 701
Contact: 2L+1T

Name of the Course: Project Management and Entrepreneurship

Course Code: HSMC 701 Semester: VII

Duration: 6 months Maximum Marks: 100
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(Formerly West Bengal University of Technology)
Syllabus for B. Tech in Information Technology
(Applicable from the academic session 2018-2019)

Teaching Scheme Examination Scheme

Theory: 3 hrs./week Mid Semester exam: 15

Tutorial: 1hr Assignment and Quiz: 10 marks
Attendance: 5 marks
Practical: NIL End Semester Exam: 70 Marks
Credit Points: 3

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

1. Introduction: Meaning and Concept of Entrepreneurship, Innovation and entrepreneurship,

Contributions of entrepreneurs to the society, risk-opportunities perspective and mitigation of
risks [2L]
2. Entrepreneurship – An Innovation: Challenges of Innovation, Steps of Innovation Management,
Idea Management System, Divergent v/s Convergent Thinking, Qualities of a prospective
Entrepreneur [2L]
3. Idea Incubation: Factors determining competitive advantage, Market segment, blue ocean
strategy, Industry and Competitor Analysis (market structure, market size, growth potential),
Demand-supply analysis [4L]
4. Entrepreneurial Motivation: Design Thinking - Driven Innovation, TRIZ (Theory of Inventive
Problem Solving), Achievement motivation theory of entrepreneurship – Theory of McClelland,
Harvesting Strategies [2L]
5. Information: Government incentives for entrepreneurship, Incubation, acceleration. Funding new
ventures – bootstrapping, crowd sourcing, angel investors, Government of India’s efforts at
promoting entrepreneurship and innovation – SISI, KVIC, DGFT, SIDBI, Defense and Railways
[4L]
6. Closing the Window: Sustaining Competitiveness, Maintaining Competitive Advantage, the
Changing Role of the Entrepreneur. [2L]
7. Applications and Project Reports Preparation [4L]

8. PROJECT MANAGEMENT : Definitions of Project and Project Management, Issues and

Problems in Project Management, Project Life Cycle - Initiation / Conceptualization Phase,
Planning Phase, Implementation / Execution Phase, Closure / Termination Phase [4L]

9. Project Feasibility Studies – Pre-Feasibility and Feasibility Studies, Preparation of Detailed

Project Report, Technical Appraisal, Economic/Commercial/Financial Appraisal including
Capital Budgeting Process, Social Cost Benefit Analysis [2L]

10. Project Planning – Importance of Project Planning, Steps of Project Planning, Project Scope,
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and Organization Breakdown Structure (OBS), Phased
Project Planning [2L]
11. Project Scheduling and Costing – Gantt chart, CPM and PERT Analysis, Identification of the
Critical Path and its Significance, Calculation of Floats and Slacks, Crashing, Time Cost Trade-off
Analysis, Project Cost Reduction Methods. [6L]

12. Project Monitoring and Control – Role of Project Manager, MIS in Project Monitoring, Project
Audit [2L]
13. Case Studies with Hands-on Training on MS-Project [4L]

Text Books and References

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Syllabus for B. Tech in Information Technology
(Applicable from the academic session 2018-2019)

1. Innovation and Entrepreneurship by Drucker, P.F.; Harper and Row

2. Business, Entrepreneurship and Management: Rao, V.S.P. ;Vikas
3. Entrepreneurship: Roy Rajeev; OUP.
4. Text Book of Project Management: Gopalkrishnan, P. and Ramamoorthy, V.E.; McMillan
5. Project Management for Engineering, Business and Technology: Nicholas, J.M., and Steyn, H.; PHI
6. Project Management: The Managerial Process: Gray, C.F., Larson, E.W. and Desai, G.V.; MGH

Project
Code: PROJ-IT781
Contact: 12P
Project work I

The object of Project Work I is to enable the student to take up investigative

study in the broad field of Electronics & Communication Engineering, either
fully theoretical/practical or involving both theoretical and practical work to be
assigned by the Department on an individual basis or two/three students in a
group, under the guidance of a Supervisor. This is expected to provide a good
initiation for the student(s) in R&D work. The assignment to normally include:

Project Work II & Dissertation

The object of Project Work II & Dissertation is to enable the student to extend
further the investigative study taken up under EC P1, either fully
theoretical/practical or involving both theoretical and practical work, under the
guidance of a Supervisor from the Department alone or jointly with a
Supervisor drawn from R&D laboratory/Industry. This is expected to provide a
good training for the student(s) in R&D work and technical leadership. The
assignment to normally include:
1. In depth study of the topic assigned in the light of the Report prepared under EC
P1;
2. Review and finalization of the Approach to the Problem relating to the assigned
topic;
3. Preparing an Action Plan for conducting the investigation, including team work;
4. Detailed Analysis/Modelling/Simulation/Design/Problem Solving/Experiment as
needed;
5. Final development of product/process, testing, results, conclusions and future
directions;
6. Preparing a paper for Conference presentation/Publication in Journals, if possible;
7. Preparing a Dissertation in the standard format for being evaluated by the
Department.
8. Final Seminar Presentation before a Departmental Committee.

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