Statistics I - Syllabus
Embark on a profound academic exploration as you delve into the Statistics I course () within the distinguished Tribhuvan university's CSIT department. Aligned with the 2074 Syllabus, this course (STA164) 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 objectives:
To impart the knowledge of descriptive statistics, correlation, regression, sampling, theoretical as
well as the applied knowledge of probability and some probability distributions
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Key Topics
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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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Android Layout Types
DE-01Understanding different types of layouts in Android such as Linear, Relative, Table, Absolute, and Constraint layouts.
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Layout Attributes
DE-02Learning about various attributes that can be used to customize and configure Android layouts.
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Android Widgets
DE-03Exploring different types of Android widgets such as TextView, EditText, Checkbox, RadioButton, Spinner, and their attributes.
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Event Handling
DE-04Understanding how to handle events and respond to user interactions in Android applications.
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Working with Strings and String Arrays
DE-05Learning how to work with strings, string arrays, and colors in Android applications.
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Working with Resources and Drawables
DE-06Understanding how to work with resources and drawables in Android applications.
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Adding Icons to the Project
DE-07Learning how to add icons to an Android project and customize the user interface.
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Box Plot
DE-08A graphical representation of a dataset that displays the distribution of values and outliers.
Key Topics
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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.
Definitions of population; sample survey vs. census survey; sampling error and non sampling
error; Types of sampling
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Random Numbers and its Properties
RA-1This topic covers the fundamental concepts and characteristics of random numbers, including their definition, types, and properties.
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Pseudo Random Numbers
RA-2This topic explores the concept of pseudo-random numbers, their generation, and their differences from true random numbers.
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Methods of Random Number Generation
RA-3This topic discusses various methods and algorithms used to generate random numbers, including their strengths and weaknesses.
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Tests for Randomness - Uniformity and Independence
RA-4This topic covers the statistical tests used to evaluate the quality of random numbers, including tests for uniformity and independence.
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Random Variate Generation
RA-5This topic focuses on the generation of random variates from different probability distributions, including techniques and algorithms.
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Applications in Computer Science and IT
RA-6Illustrative examples and problems related to computer science and IT, demonstrating the application of random variables and mathematical expectation in real-world scenarios.
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Introduction to Programming Language
PR-01This topic introduces the concept of programming languages, their importance, and brief history. It sets the foundation for understanding the basics of programming.
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Types of Programming Language
PR-02This topic covers the different types of programming languages, including procedural, object-oriented, functional, and scripting languages. It explains the characteristics and uses of each type.
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Language Processor
PR-03This topic explains the role of a language processor, including compilers, interpreters, and assemblers. It discusses how they translate source code into machine code.
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Program Errors
PR-04This topic discusses the different types of program errors, including syntax, runtime, and logical errors. It explains how to identify, debug, and fix errors.
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Features of Good Program
PR-05This topic outlines the characteristics of a good program, including readability, maintainability, efficiency, and reliability. It provides guidelines for writing good programs.
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Different Programming Paradigm
PR-06This topic explores different programming paradigms, including procedural, object-oriented, functional, and declarative programming. It explains the principles and applications of each paradigm.
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Software Development Life Cycle
PR-07This topic covers the stages involved in the software development life cycle, including planning, analysis, design, implementation, testing, and maintenance. It explains the importance of each stage.
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System Design Tools
PR-08This topic introduces various system design tools, including flowcharts, data flow diagrams, and UML diagrams. It explains how to use these tools to design and develop software systems.
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Recovery from Deadlock
PR-10This topic covers recovery techniques for deadlocks, including preemption and rollback.
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Comparison of Mutually Exclusive Alternatives
PR-11Evaluating and comparing multiple project alternatives.
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Standardization of Normal Distribution
PR-09Explanation of how to standardize a Normal distribution to have a mean of 0 and a standard deviation of 1.
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Gamma Distribution
PR-12Definition and explanation of Gamma distribution, which models the sum of exponential variables.
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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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Citation and Referencing
CO-7The citation and referencing standard should be APA referencing standard, with proper citation and referencing in the document.
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Report Format Standards
CO-8The report format standards include page number, page size and margin, paragraph style, text font, section headings, figures and tables.
Lab works
S. No. | Title of the practical problems (Using any statistical software such as Microsoft Excel, SPSS, STATA etc. whichever convenient). | No. of | practical | problems | |||
1 | Computation of measures of central tendency (ungrouped and grouped data) Use of an appropriate measure and interpretation of results and | computation of partition Values | 1 | ||||
2 | Computation measures of dispersion (ungrouped and grouped data) and | computation of coefficient of variation. | 1 | ||||
3 | Measures of skewness and kurtosis using method of moments, Measures of Skewness using Box and whisker plot, normal probability plot | 2 | |||||
4 | Scatter diagram, correlation coefficient (ungrouped data) and interpretation. Compute manually and check with computer output. | 1 | |||||
5 | Fitting of lines of regression (Results to be verified with computer output) | 1 | |||||
6 | Fitting of lines of regression and computation of correlation coefficient, | Mean residual sum of squares, residual plots | 1 | ||||
7 | Conditional probability and Bayes theorem | 3 | |||||
8 | Obtaining descriptive statistics of probability distributions | 2 | |||||
9 | Fitting probability distributions in real data (Binomial, Poisson and Normal) | 3 | |||||
Total number of practical problems | 15 |