Probability & Statistics - Syllabus
Embark on a profound academic exploration as you delve into the Probability & Statistics course (STAT) within the distinguished Tribhuvan university's BCA department. Aligned with the BCA Curriculum, this course (CACS202) seamlessly merges theoretical frameworks with practical sessions, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the subject. Rigorous assessment based on a 60 + 20 + 20 marks system, coupled with a challenging passing threshold of , propels students to strive for excellence, fostering a deeper grasp of the course content.
This 3 credit-hour journey unfolds as a holistic learning experience, bridging theory and application. Beyond theoretical comprehension, students actively engage in practical sessions, acquiring valuable skills for real-world scenarios. Immerse yourself in this well-structured course, where each element, from the course description to interactive sessions, is meticulously crafted to shape a well-rounded and insightful academic experience.
Course Description
This course covers basic concept of statistics.. measurement of central tendency, correlation & regression analysis, probability. sample survey, sample survey methods and design of experiment. These topics are essential tools for research.
Course Objective
The general objectives of this course are to provide fundamental concept of Statistics, Probability, Sample Survey and their applications in the area of Social Science and Computer Application.
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Introduction to E-commerce
IN-1Overview of E-commerce and its significance in the digital age.
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E-business vs E-commerce
IN-2Understanding the differences between E-business and E-commerce.
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Features of E-commerce
IN-3Key characteristics and benefits of E-commerce.
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Pure vs Partial E-commerce
IN-4Types of E-commerce models and their applications.
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History of E-commerce
IN-5Evolution and development of E-commerce over time.
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E-commerce Framework
IN-6Understanding the components of E-commerce framework including People, Public Policy, Marketing and Advertisement, Support Services, and Business Partnerships.
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Types of E-commerce
IN-7Overview of different types of E-commerce including B2C, B2B, C2B, C2C, M-Commerce, U-commerce, Social-Ecommerce, and Local E-commerce.
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Designing Databases
DE-1This topic covers the fundamentals of designing databases, including the relational database model, normalization, and transforming E-R diagrams into relations.
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Designing Forms and Reports
DE-2This topic focuses on designing forms and reports, including formatting and assessing usability to create effective user interfaces.
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Nature of Internship
CO-1The internship work should be relevant to the field of computer science and information technology, with a minimum duration of 180 hours or ten weeks.
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Phases of Internship
CO-2The internship evaluation consists of three phases: Proposal Submission, Mid-Term Submission, and Final Submission.
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Provision of Supervision
CO-3A regular faculty member of the college is assigned as a supervisor to supervise the students throughout the internship period.
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Provision of Mentorship
CO-4A regular employee of the intern providing organization is assigned as a mentor to guide the students throughout the internship period.
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Evaluation Scheme
CO-5The evaluation scheme consists of Proposal Defense, Midterm, and Final Defense, with a total of 200 marks.
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Report Contents
CO-6The internship report should contain prescribed content flow, including introduction, problem statement, objectives, and references.
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Project Management Techniques
PR-1This topic covers various project management techniques used to plan, organize, and control projects. It includes developing project management plans and implementing, monitoring, and controlling projects.
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Collaborative Development Environment
PR-2This topic focuses on creating an environment that fosters collaboration and teamwork. It includes communications planning, organizing and conducting effective meetings, and other collaborative development strategies.
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Inter Process Communication
PR-3Methods of communication between processes, including race conditions and critical sections.
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Implementing Mutual Exclusion
PR-4Techniques for achieving mutual exclusion, including busy waiting, sleep and wakeup, semaphores, monitors, and message passing.
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Classical IPC Problems
PR-5Solutions to classic inter-process communication problems, including producer-consumer, sleeping barber, and dining philosopher problems.
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Process Scheduling
PR-6Goals and techniques for scheduling processes, including batch, interactive, and real-time systems.
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Sampling Distribution
SA-1The distribution of a statistic obtained from multiple samples of a population. It is a fundamental concept in inferential statistics.
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Sampling Distribution of Mean and Proportion
SA-2The distribution of the sample mean and proportion, which are used to make inferences about the population mean and proportion.
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Central Limit Theorem
SA-3A fundamental theorem in statistics that states that the sampling distribution of the mean will be approximately normal, even if the population distribution is not normal.
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Concept of Inferential Statistics
SA-4The branch of statistics that deals with making inferences about a population based on a sample of data.
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Estimation
SA-5The process of making an educated guess about a population parameter based on a sample of data.
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Methods of Estimation
SA-6Different techniques used to estimate population parameters, such as maximum likelihood estimation and method of moments.
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Properties of Good Estimator
SA-7The characteristics of a good estimator, including unbiasedness, consistency, and efficiency.
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Determination of Sample Size
SA-8The process of determining the required sample size to achieve a desired level of precision in estimation.
Key Topics
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Sampling Distribution
SA-1The distribution of a statistic obtained from multiple samples of a population. It is a fundamental concept in inferential statistics.
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Sampling Distribution of Mean and Proportion
SA-2The distribution of the sample mean and proportion, which are used to make inferences about the population mean and proportion.
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Central Limit Theorem
SA-3A fundamental theorem in statistics that states that the sampling distribution of the mean will be approximately normal, even if the population distribution is not normal.
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Concept of Inferential Statistics
SA-4The branch of statistics that deals with making inferences about a population based on a sample of data.
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Estimation
SA-5The process of making an educated guess about a population parameter based on a sample of data.
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Methods of Estimation
SA-6Different techniques used to estimate population parameters, such as maximum likelihood estimation and method of moments.
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Properties of Good Estimator
SA-7The characteristics of a good estimator, including unbiasedness, consistency, and efficiency.
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Determination of Sample Size
SA-8The process of determining the required sample size to achieve a desired level of precision in estimation.
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Relationship of Sample Size with Desired Level of Error
SA-9The relationship between the sample size and the desired level of error in estimation, including the concept of margin of error.
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Designing Databases
DE-1This topic covers the fundamentals of designing databases, including the relational database model, normalization, and transforming E-R diagrams into relations.
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Designing Forms and Reports
DE-2This topic focuses on designing forms and reports, including formatting and assessing usability to create effective user interfaces.
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Designing Interfaces and Dialogues
DE-3This topic explores the design of interfaces and dialogues, including interaction methods and devices, and designing interfaces and dialogues in graphical environments.
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Implementation Issues
DE-4Addressing common challenges and considerations that arise during the implementation phase of software development.
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Open-Source Development
DE-5Exploring the principles, benefits, and best practices of open-source software development.
Lab works
Laboratory Works
Techniques for using the computer as a tool in the analysis of statistical problems will be introduced. SPSS software should be used for data analysis