Intermediate Cocomo

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  1. Paper 1 | Reasoning Test: Series (Number and Letter Series) (Numerical Relations and Reasoning), Coding Decoding, Data Sufficiency, Syllogisms, Deductive and Inductive Reasoning (Logical Deduction and Induction) (Prepositional Reasoning), Seating Arrangements, Blood Relations, Puzzle Solving (Puzzles), Venn Diagram, Analogy, Ranking, Order and Sequence, Non Verbal Reasoning (Spatial Aptitude) (Spatial Reasoning) (Visual Reasoning), Selection Decision Table (Decision Making), Logical Sequence Of Words, Cubes & Dices, Analytical Reasoning (Counting Figures Reasoning), Calendar, Alphabet and Word Tests, Numerical Reasoning, Number System, Averages, Mixtures and Alligation, Percentages, Series Completion, Analogy and Classification, Patterns in Two-Dimensional Figures, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Direction Sense, Algebra, Logical Deduction and Induction, Syllogisms and Venn Diagrams, Critical Reasoning, Order, Ranking and Sequence, Reading Comprehension, Profit, Loss and Discount, Constraint Puzzles, Speed, Time and Distance, Traverse Surveying, Ratio and Proportion, Time and Work, Mensuration, Permutations and Combinations, Clocks and Calendars, Data Interpretation, Assembling and Grouping of Shapes, Transformation of Shapes, Three-Dimensional Patterns and Visualization, Cubes and Dice, Vocabulary, Blood Relations, Data Sufficiency
  2. Paper 1 | Numerical Analysis: Number System, HCF LCM, Percentage, Ratio and Proportion (Ratios), Average, Sequence and Series (Series), Powers and Exponents (Surds and Indices), Algebra, Statistics, Data Interpretation, Mental Ability, Arithmetic, Logarithm, Profit and Loss, Simple Interest and Compound Interest, Speed Time and Distance, Mixture and Alligation, Mensuration and Geometry, Permutation and Combination, Probability, Sequences and Series, Powers, Surds and Logarithms, Subject-Verb Agreement, Sentence Completion, Geometry, Sentence Structure and Correction, Data Sufficiency, Trigonometry, Measurement and Quantity Take-Off, Signal Space and Optimum Detection, Probability, Statistics, Algebra, Time and Work, Speed, Time and Distance, Data Interpretation, Graph Theory, Combinatorics
  3. Paper 1 | General Knowledge: State Wise GK, History, Geography, GK- Current Affairs, Static General Knowledge, Polity, Indian Economy
  4. Paper 1 | DBMS: Basics of DBMS, ER Diagram, Relational Model & Functional Dependencies, Keys & Integrity Constraints, Normalization (1NF - BCNF), Decomposition Properties & 4NF, File Organization & Indexing, Relational Algebra, SQL, Transaction Management, Concurrency Control, Relational Calculus, Database Security & Authorization, Database Recovery
  5. Paper 1 | Data Communication & Network: 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, Network Security, Security in Mobile and Wireless Computing, Input Output Organisation, File Management, Hardware Basics, Terms & Abbreviations, Protocols & Services, Network Access Technologies, Cyber Safety and Security, Basics of COA
  6. Paper 2 | System Analysis & Design: Fundamentals of Systems and Information Systems, SDLC and Development Approaches, Fundamentals of Software Engineering, Software Requirements and Quality Assurance, Software Documentation and Software Requirements Specification (SRS), SDD and Quality Assurance, Software Design, Estimation and Metrics, Software Testing, Software Maintenance and Configuration Management, Security, Risk Management & Maintenance, extras
  7. Paper 2 | Programming Language (Java): Java Fundamentals, OOPS with Java, Array, String, IO & References, Generic & Collections, Multithreading, Java, Miscellaneous, Control Flow, OOPS with C++, Stack, C Fundamentals, Arrays & Pointers, Object Oriented Technology, Control Flow & Looping, Introduction to Python
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This educational video provides a detailed explanation of the Intermediate COCOMO (Constructive Cost Model) software estimation technique. The lecture begins by defining Intermediate COCOMO as an extension of the Basic COCOMO model that refines effort and duration estimates by incorporating 15 cost drivers related to product, hardware, and personnel attributes. The core of the model is the formula D_E = a (KLOC)^b X EAF, where D_E is the effort, a and b are mode-specific constants, KLOC is the size in thousands of lines of code, and EAF is the Effort Adjustment Factor. The video presents a table with values for a, b, and EAF for three modes: Organic, Semidetached, and Embedded. A worked example is demonstrated on the board, calculating the effort for a 20 KLOC project in the Organic mode with an EAF of 1.25, resulting in an effort of 92.9 person-months. The video concludes with a thank you message.

Chapters

  1. 0:00 – 2:00 00:00-02:00

    The video opens with a title card for 'SOFTWARE ENGINEERING' from '#knowledgegate'. It then transitions to a lecture slide titled 'Intermediate COCOMO'. The instructor defines Intermediate COCOMO as an extension of the Basic COCOMO model that refines effort and duration estimates by considering additional project factors like product attributes, hardware constraints, and personnel/team attributes. The slide states that it introduces 15 cost drivers to adjust the estimation and that the Effort Adjustment Factor (EAF) accounts for the influence of these cost drivers. The instructor, Sanchit Jain, is visible in a small window at the bottom right, and a copyright notice for 'KNOWLEDGE GATE EDUVENTURES' is at the bottom of the screen.

  2. 2:00 – 3:06 02:00-03:06

    The video displays a slide with a table of COCOMO parameters. The table lists the 'Mode' (Organic, Semidetached, Embedded), constants 'a' and 'b', and the '20 KLOC / EAF=1.25' value. Below this, a row for 'Effort' shows the calculated results: 92.9 PM, 107.4 PM, and 127.4 PM for the respective modes. The formula D_E = a (KLOC)^b X EAF is shown, with the 'Error Adjustment Factor' noted as a typo. The instructor then performs a calculation on the board, writing 'D_E = 3.2 (20)^1.05 X 1.25', which simplifies to '92.9'. The video ends with a 'THANKS FOR WATCHING' screen.

The video systematically teaches the Intermediate COCOMO model, starting with its definition as a more sophisticated estimation tool that accounts for project-specific factors through cost drivers. It then presents the core mathematical formula and a table of parameters for different project types. The key learning point is the application of the formula, demonstrated through a clear, step-by-step calculation that shows how the effort is computed by combining the base effort with the EAF. The progression from definition to formula to practical example provides a comprehensive understanding of the model.

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