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Module outline

  1. Course Overview: About the Course
  2. Paper - 1 | Unit - 1 | Teaching Aptitude: Nature, Objectives & Characteristics of Teaching, Learners & Learning Process, Factors Affecting Teaching, Methods of Teaching, Teaching-Learning Aids & ICT Integration, Evaluation, Assessment & Measurement
  3. Paper - 1 | Unit - 2 | Research Aptitude: Introduction to Research, Validity & Reliability, Research Paradigms & Types of Research, Research Process Steps, Research Ethics, Writing & Publication
  4. Paper - 1 | Unit - 3 | Comprehension: Comprehension / Reading Comprehension / Unseen Passages (Critical Reasoning) (Paragraph Questions)
  5. Paper - 1 | Unit - 4 | Communication: Communication Basics, Language and Semiotics, Types of Communication, Communication Models, Mass Communication, Mass Media, Journalism, General Knowledge and General Studies related to Communication
  6. Paper - 1 | Unit - 5 | Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude: Series (Number and Letter Series) (Numerical Relations and Reasoning), Coding Decoding, Number System, Percentage, Ratio and Proportion (Ratios), Simple Interest and Compound Interest, Speed Time and Distance, Powers and Exponents (Surds and Indices), Profit and Loss, Average, Blood Relations, Directions (Direction Test), Analytical Reasoning (Counting Figures Reasoning), Verbal Analogy (Word Based Analogy), Divisibility Rules, Calendar, Miscellaneous, Time and Work, Algebra
  7. Paper - 1 | Unit - 6 | Logical Reasoning: Syllogisms, Non Verbal Reasoning (Spatial Aptitude) (Spatial Reasoning) (Visual Reasoning), Deductive and Inductive Reasoning (Logical Deduction and Induction) (Prepositional Reasoning), Venn Diagram, School Of Thoughts, Fallacy, Western Logic
  8. Paper - 1 | Unit - 7 | Data Interpretation: Data Interpretation
  9. Paper - 1 | Unit - 8 | Information and Communication Technology: MS Office Applications, Cyber Threats and Malware Attacks, Role of Internet and Web Services, Electronic Data Interchange and E-Commerce, Internet Fundamentals, Web Design & Development, Web Publishing & Hosting, Emerging Technologies, Terms & Abbreviations, Artificial Intelligence, Society, Law & Ethics, Keyboard Shortcuts, Website, Browser & Services
  10. Paper - 1 | Unit - 9 | People Development and Environment: Ecosystem, Biomes & Environmental Issues, MDG & SDG, Air Pollution, Water Pollution, Soil, Noise Pollution and Waste Management, Natural Resources, Energy & Disaster Management, Global Environmental Conventions – COP, Protocols & ISA
  11. Paper - 1 | Unit - 10 | Higher Education System: Vedic Education, Jainism & Buddhism, Ancient Universities, Pre-Independence Commissions, Post-Independence Policy, Higher Education Structure & Accreditation, Universities & Learning Programmes, Types of Education & NEP 2020
  12. Paper 2 | Unit 1 | Discrete Structures and Optimization: Propositional and Predicate Logic, Set Theory, Relations, Functions, Permutation and Combination, Probability, Graph Theory, Group Theory, Digital Systems & Boolean Basics, Boolean Expression, Boolean Minimization, Optimization
  13. Paper 2 | Unit 2 | Computer System Architecture: Logic Gates & Hardware, Combinational Circuit, Sequential Circuits, Number System, Number Representation, Floating Point Rep, Basics of COA, Register Transfer and Microoperations, Programming the Basic Computer, Instr Formats & Modes, Control Unit Design, Pipelining, Input Output Organisation, Cache Memory Organization, Multiprocessors
  14. Paper 2 | Unit 3 | Programming Languages and Computer Graphics: Language Design, C Fundamentals, Control Flow, Functions, Arrays & Pointers, Storage Classes, Structures & Enums, DMA, Macros, Scoping & File Handling, HTML Basics, XML, JavaScript-Basics, Java, Basics of Computer Graphics, 2-D Geometrical Transforms and Viewing, 3-D Object Representation, Geometric Transformations and Viewing, OOPS with C++, Java Fundamentals
  15. Paper 2 | Unit 4 | Database Management Systems: Basics of DBMS, ER Diagram, Relational Model & Functional Dependencies, Keys & Integrity Constraints, Normalization (1NF - BCNF), Decomposition Properties & 4NF, File Organization & Indexing, Relational Algebra, SQL, Relational Calculus, Transaction Management, Concurrency Control, Database Recovery, ORDBMS, Database Security & Authorization, Query Processing & Optimization, Enhanced Data Models, Data Warehousing & Mining, Big Data Systems, NoSQL
  16. Paper 2 | Unit 5 | System Software and Operating System: Introduction to OS, Process Management, CPU Scheduling, Process Synchronization, Threads & Process Creation, Deadlock, Memory Management, Virtual Memory, Disc Scheduling, File Management, Windows OS, Linux OS, Security, Distributed Systems, Virtual Machines
  17. Paper 2 | Unit 6 | Software Engineering: Fundamentals of Software Engineering, Software Requirements and Quality Assurance, Software Design, Estimation and Metrics, Software Testing, Software Maintenance and Configuration Management
  18. Paper 2 | Unit 7 | Data Structures and Algorithms: Introduction to DS, Array, Stack, Queue, Linked List, Tree, Graphs, Hashing, Algorithm Analysis, Time Complexity Analysis, Sorting Algorithms, Greedy Algorithms, Dynamic Programming, Minimum Spanning Trees, Shortest Path Algos, Advanced Algorithms
  19. Paper 2 | Unit 8 | Theory of Computation and Compilers: Introduction to TOC, Deterministic FA (DFA), Non-Deterministic FA, Regular Expressions, Grammar, Regular Language Properties, Moore & Mealy Machines, Pushdown Automata & CFG, Turing Machines, Complexity Theory, Intro to Compilers, Lexical Analysis, Grammar & CFG, Syntax Analysis: Top-Down, Syntax Analysis: Bottom-Up, Semantic Analysis & SDT, Intermediate Code Gen, Code Optimization, Run Time Environment
  20. Paper 2 | Unit 9 | Data Communication and Computer Networks: Introduction to CN, Data Communication, DLL: Access Control, DLL: Flow Control, DLL: Error Control, DLL: Framing, Data Link Layer - Ethernet, Net Layer: IPv4 & Proto, Net Layer: IP Addressing, Net Layer:Routing Protocol, Transport Layer Services, TL: Congestion & UDP, Application Layer, Hardware basics, Network Security, Mobile Technology, Cloud Computing and IoT, Cloud Computing
  21. Paper 2 | Unit 10 | Artificial Intelligence: Approaches to AI, Search Algorithms, Game Playing, Knowledge Representation, Planning, Multi Agent Systems, Fuzzy Sets, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Genetic Algorithms
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  23. Paper 1 | Full Mock Tests:
  24. Paper 2 | Full Mock Tests:
  25. Paper 1 | Previous Year Papers:
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AI summary & chapters

AI Summary

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This educational video provides a comprehensive introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI), beginning with a formal definition as a specialized branch of computer science that enables machines to perform tasks typically requiring human intelligence, such as learning, decision-making, and understanding language. The lecture covers the historical origin, noting the term was coined in 1956 by John McCarthy at the Dartmouth Conference. It traces the evolution from early research focused on simple programs like chess to modern systems driven by high-speed computers and big data. The instructor explains that modern AI learns directly from data to recognize patterns without explicit programming for every step. The second half of the video details the importance of AI, highlighting its ability to automate repetitive tasks, improve accuracy and speed in high-stakes industries like healthcare and banking, and provide zero-fatigue availability for continuous operations.

Chapters

  1. 0:00 – 2:00 00:00-02:00

    The instructor begins by defining AI on a slide titled 'Artificial Intelligence (AI)'. He emphasizes that AI is a specialized branch of computer science enabling machines to perform tasks requiring human intelligence, such as learning and decision-making. He marks 'Historical Origin' as an exam key point, stating the term was officially coined in 1956 at the Dartmouth Conference by John McCarthy, the 'Father of AI'. The evolution section contrasts early research on simple programs like chess with modern rapid development due to the internet and big data. A Venn diagram illustrates the relationship between AI, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Generative AI, showing Natural Language Processing as a subset. The instructor underlines key terms like 'specialized branch' and 'human intelligence' to guide student focus.

  2. 2:00 – 5:00 02:00-05:00

    The slide changes to 'Need / Importance of Artificial Intelligence'. The instructor outlines three main benefits. First, 'Automates Repetitive Tasks', where AI handles mundane work, exemplified by Google Maps analyzing data for the shortest route. Second, 'Improves Accuracy and Speed', where AI processes massive information instantly without human error, such as scanning medical X-rays or blocking fraudulent credit card payments. Third, 'Availability (Zero Fatigue)', noting AI systems do not require sleep or breaks, leading to efficiency in customer support chatbots working at 3 AM or robotic arms in car factories. The instructor underlines key phrases like 'massive amounts of information' and 'without human error' to emphasize the technical advantages over human labor.

  3. 5:00 – 6:29 05:00-06:29

    The video returns to the initial 'Artificial Intelligence (AI)' slide for a review. The instructor focuses on the 'How it Learns' section, explaining that modern AI systems learn directly from data to recognize patterns and make predictions. He underlines the phrase 'explicitly program every single step' to contrast traditional programming with modern learning. He provides examples like voice assistants (Alexa) and Face Unlock on phones. During this review, he draws a hash symbol (#) on the screen, likely indicating a key takeaway or a point for students to note for exams. He reiterates that AI systems make predictions without needing a human to explicitly program every single step.

The lecture progresses logically from defining the fundamental nature of AI to explaining its practical necessity. By establishing the historical context and the shift from rule-based programming to data-driven learning, the instructor sets the stage for understanding why AI is crucial today. The transition to the 'Need / Importance' section reinforces the value proposition: efficiency through automation, reliability through accuracy, and continuity through availability. The final review of the 'How it Learns' section solidifies the technical distinction between traditional software and modern AI, emphasizing the role of data in pattern recognition. This structure ensures students grasp both the theoretical background and the real-world applications of the technology.

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