Course Structure Overview
The Bachelor of Information Technology program at Patel College of Science and Technology is structured over 8 semesters, with a balanced mix of core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory sessions. Each semester carries a specific credit load designed to ensure comprehensive learning while allowing flexibility for specialization.
| Year | Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit (L-T-P-C) | Pre-requisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Semester 1 | CS101 | Introduction to Programming | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| CS102 | Mathematics for IT | 3-0-0-3 | - | ||
| CS103 | Digital Electronics | 3-0-0-3 | - | ||
| Semester 2 | CS201 | Data Structures and Algorithms | 3-0-0-3 | CS101 | |
| CS202 | Object-Oriented Programming | 3-0-0-3 | CS101 | ||
| CS203 | Computer Organization | 3-0-0-3 | CS103 | ||
| Year 2 | Semester 3 | CS301 | Database Management Systems | 3-0-0-3 | CS201 |
| CS302 | Operating Systems | 3-0-0-3 | CS201 | ||
| CS303 | Web Technologies | 3-0-0-3 | CS202 | ||
| Semester 4 | CS401 | Software Engineering | 3-0-0-3 | CS301 | |
| CS402 | Computer Networks | 3-0-0-3 | CS303 | ||
| CS403 | System Design Principles | 3-0-0-3 | CS301 | ||
| Year 3 | Semester 5 | CS501 | Machine Learning | 3-0-0-3 | CS201 |
| CS502 | Cybersecurity Fundamentals | 3-0-0-3 | CS301 | ||
| CS503 | Data Mining | 3-0-0-3 | CS201 | ||
| Semester 6 | CS601 | Cloud Computing | 3-0-0-3 | CS402 | |
| CS602 | Mobile App Development | 3-0-0-3 | CS401 | ||
| CS603 | Internet of Things (IoT) | 3-0-0-3 | CS201 | ||
| Year 4 | Semester 7 | CS701 | Advanced Algorithms | 3-0-0-3 | CS201 |
| CS702 | Human-Computer Interaction | 3-0-0-3 | CS401 | ||
| CS703 | Digital Marketing | 3-0-0-3 | CS301 | ||
| Semester 8 | CS801 | Capstone Project | 0-0-6-3 | All previous semesters | |
| CS802 | Thesis Research | 0-0-0-3 | CS701 | ||
| CS803 | Industry Internship | 0-0-0-3 | All previous semesters |
Advanced Departmental Electives
Departmental electives in the Bachelor of Information Technology program are designed to deepen students' expertise in specific domains. These courses provide advanced knowledge and practical skills that prepare students for specialized roles in the industry.
- Course CS501: Machine Learning: This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of machine learning, including supervised and unsupervised learning algorithms, neural networks, and deep learning. Students gain hands-on experience with tools like TensorFlow and scikit-learn while working on real-world datasets.
- Course CS502: Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Focused on understanding the principles of cybersecurity, this course covers network security, cryptography, digital forensics, and ethical hacking. Students learn to implement secure systems and respond to security threats in enterprise environments.
- Course CS503: Data Mining: This elective explores techniques for extracting meaningful patterns from large datasets. Topics include clustering, classification, association rules, and data visualization. Students use Python and SQL to perform data analysis tasks and build predictive models.
- Course CS601: Cloud Computing: The course covers cloud infrastructure design, virtualization, containerization, and microservices architecture. Students gain hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, and GCP through lab exercises and certification preparation.
- Course CS602: Mobile App Development: This course teaches students how to develop native and cross-platform mobile applications using frameworks like React Native and Flutter. Students learn about app design, user interface development, and deployment to app stores.
- Course CS603: Internet of Things (IoT): Focused on building smart devices and sensor networks, this course covers embedded systems, wireless communications, data collection, and real-time analytics for smart city initiatives.
- Course CS701: Advanced Algorithms: This elective delves into complex algorithmic problems and their solutions. Students study graph theory, dynamic programming, approximation algorithms, and computational complexity theory to solve challenging optimization problems.
- Course CS702: Human-Computer Interaction: Combining psychology, design, and technology, this course focuses on creating user-friendly interfaces and experiences. Students learn usability testing, prototyping tools, accessibility standards, and user experience design principles.
- Course CS703: Digital Marketing: This course explores digital marketing strategies including SEO, social media management, email campaigns, and analytics. Students train in Google Ads, Facebook Business Manager, and data-driven advertising platforms.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The Bachelor of Information Technology program at Patel College of Science and Technology places significant emphasis on project-based learning. This approach ensures that students apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems, enhancing their problem-solving capabilities and real-world readiness.
Mini-projects are assigned throughout the first three years of the program, allowing students to explore different technologies and methodologies under faculty guidance. These projects typically last 6–8 weeks and involve working in teams to solve a specific challenge or develop a functional application.
The final-year thesis/capstone project is a significant component of the program. Students select topics aligned with their interests or industry needs, often collaborating with external organizations. The project spans several months and involves extensive research, development, documentation, and presentation to a panel of faculty members and industry experts.
Project selection begins in the third year when students are introduced to ongoing research initiatives led by faculty. They can either choose from available projects or propose their own ideas after consulting with mentors. Faculty members provide supervision throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring that students receive technical support and feedback.