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Best Information Science Engineering Colleges in Bangalore, Karnataka

B.E. | Information Science & Engineering

CMRIT is a top Information Science Engineering college in Bangalore, offering industry-focused programs with the latest technologies.

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Course Overview

1. What is Information Science and Engineering?

Information Science and Engineering is a discipline which includes theories, standards, methods and innovations of various different domains like mathematics, cognitive science and information theory to solve complex IT problems. Information Science Engineering colleges in Bangalore focus on collecting, categorizing, strategizing, and storage of information. It also throws light on how to analyze and interpret the raw data. It is an area of professional practice that addresses the effective communication between information in the context of social, organizational, and individual needs in order to build the software or embedded applications for societal benefit.

2. Who should study Information Science and Engineering?
Information Science Engineering is the ideal course for those who like to utilise various theories and innovations to solve complex problems in the IT sector. Information Science and Engineering professionals can contribute in IT and other sectors through analysis, design, development, support and testing of software along with embedded applications.

3. What will I study in this course?
In this course, you will learn how to design, create and implement software applications to solve real-world problems. The information Science engineering in  CMR IT, one of the best colleges for information science engineering in Karnataka helps you explore concepts such as IoT and its applications, Object-Oriented Concepts, Software Testing and more.

4. What are the career opportunities after the completion of this course?/What will I do once I graduate?
B.E information science and engineering professionals will be able to design, create and implement software applications to solve real-world problems. They use the latest tools and technologies to meet the industry requirements. They can figure out how to evaluate the ethical, legitimate, proficient and social standards of engineering knowledge and practices. ISE professionals can also showcase their expertise in mobile and distributed application development, web/e-commerce development, database administration, computer hardware, networking, education and training and decision support systems using machine learning concepts with the help of the latest tools and technologies.

The strength of an IS major lies in his/her ability to apply the knowledge of information systems and technology to help organizations compete more successfully in the marketplace or to streamline current operations.

Programme Duration

Programme Duration
4 years (8 semesters)

Programme Type
Full-time

Eligibility Criteria

The candidate should have passed the 2nd PUC/12th/Equivalent Exam with English as one of the languages and obtained a minimum of 45% of marks in aggregate in Physics and Mathematics along with Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology/Electronics/Computers (40% for Karnataka reserved category candidates).

Candidate must also qualify in one of the following entrance exams: CET/ COMED-K/JEE/AIEEE

Course Structure

The Information Science Engineering syllabus is as follows:

I and II Semester (2024 Scheme)

  • Applied Mathematics–I for CSE Stream (Calculus and Linear Algebra)
  • Applied Mathematics -II for CSE Stream (Numerical Methods)
  • Applied Physics for CSE Stream (Quantum Physics and Applications)
  • Applied Chemistry for CSE Stream (Applied Chemistry for Smart Systems)
  • Computer–Aided Engineering Drawing for CSE Stream
  • Introduction to AI and Applications
  • Engineering Science Course–I & II
    • Essentials of Information Technology
    • Introduction to Electrical Engineering
    • Introduction to Electronics & Communication Engineering
  • Programme Specific Course
    • Programming in C
    • Python Programming
  • Soft Skills
  • Programme–Specific Course Lab (C Programming Lab)
  • Communication Skills
  • Indian Constitution & Engineering Ethics
  • Interdisciplinary Project–Based Learning
  • Innovation and Design Thinking Lab
  • Samskrutika Kannada / Balake Kannada

I and II Semester (2022 Scheme)

  • Mathematics–I for CSE Stream
  • Mathematics–II for CSE Stream
  • Applied Physics for CSE Stream
  • Applied Chemistry for CSE Stream
  • Computer-Aided Engineering Drawing
  • Principles of Programming Using C
  • Engineering Science Course–I
    • Introduction to Electrical Engineering
    • Introduction to Electronics Communication
    • Introduction to C Programming
  • Engineering Technology Course–I
    • Introduction to Internet of Things (IoT)
    • Introduction to Cyber Security
    • Introduction to Embedded System

(OR)

  • Programming Languages Course–I
    • Introduction to Web Programming
    • Introduction to Python Programming
    • Basics of JAVA Programming
    • Introduction to C++ Programming
  • Communicative English

(OR)

  • Professional Writing Skills in English
  • Samskrutika Kannada / Balake Kannada

(OR)

  • Indian Constitution
  • Innovation and Design Thinking

(OR)

  • Scientific Foundations of Health

III Semester (2022 Scheme)

  • Mathematics for Computer Science
  • Digital Design & Computer Organization
  • Operating Systems
  • Data Structures and Applications
  • Data Structures Lab
  • Engineering Science Course
    • Object Oriented Programming with Java
    • Object Oriented Programming with C++
  • Social Connect and Responsibility
  • Ability Enhancement Course III
    • Data Analytics with Excel
    • R Programming
    • Project Management with Git
    • Data Visualization with Python
  • National Service Scheme (NSS) / Physical Education (PE) / Yoga

IV Semester (2022 Scheme)

  • National Service Scheme (NSS) / Physical Education (PE) / Yoga
  • Analysis & Design of Algorithms
  • Advanced Java
  • Database Management Systems
  • Analysis & Design of Algorithms Lab
  • Engineering Science Course
    • Discrete Mathematical Structures
    • Graph Theory
    • Optimization Techniques
    • Linear Algebra
  • Ability Enhancement Course IV
    • Green IT and Sustainability
    • Capacity Planning for IT
    • UI / UX
    • Technical Writing Using LaTeX
  • Biology for Computer Engineers
  • Universal Human Values (UHV) Course
  • National Service Scheme (NSS) / Physical Education (PE) / Yoga

V Semester (2022 Scheme)

  • Software Engineering & Project Management
  • Computer Networks
  • Theory of Computation
  • Data Visualization Lab
  • Professional Elective Course
    • Computer Vision
    • Artificial Intelligence
    • UNIX System Programming
    • Distributed Systems
  • Environmental Studies and E-waste Management
  • National Service Scheme (NSS) / Physical Education (PE) / Yoga

VI Semester (2022 Scheme)

  • Full Stack Development
  • Machine Learning
  • Professional Elective Course
    • Blockchain Technology
    • Internet of Things
    • Compiler Design
    • Cloud Computing and Security
  • Open Elective Course
    • Introduction to Data Structures
    • Fundamentals of Operating Systems
    • Mobile Application Development
    • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
  • Project Phase I
  • Machine Learning Lab
  • Ability Enhancement Course
    • Tosca–Automated Software Testing
    • React
    • Generative AI
    • DevOps
  • National Service Scheme (NSS) / Physical Education (PE) / Yoga

VII Semester (2022 Scheme) (Swappable VII and VIII Semester)

  • Big Data Analytics
  • Parallel Computing
  • Information & Network Security
  • Professional Elective Course
    • Deep Learning
    • Software Quality Assurance
    • Embedded Systems
    • Social Network Analysis
  • Open Elective Course
    • Introduction to DBMS
    • Introduction to Algorithms
    • Software Engineering
  • Major Project Phase II

VIII Semester (2022 Scheme) (Swappable VII and VIII Semester)

  • Professional Elective (Online Course) only through NPTEL
  • Open Elective (Online Course) only through NPTEL
  • Internship (Industry / Research) (14–20 weeks)
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Evaluation Criteria

Courses with Independent Labs:

  • Assessment Details (both CIE and SEE)

    The weightage of Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE) is 50% and for Semester End Exam (SEE) is 50%. The minimum passing mark for the CIE is 40% of the maximum marks (20 marks out of 50) and for the SEE minimum passing mark is 35% of the maximum marks (18 out of 50 marks). A student shall be deemed to have satisfied the academic requirements and earned the credits allotted to each subject/ course if the student secures a minimum of 40% (40 marks out of 100) in the sum total of the CIE (Continuous Internal Evaluation) and SEE (Semester End Examination) taken together.

     

    Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE):

    • For the Assignment component of the CIE, there are 25 marks and for the Internal Assessment

    Test component, there are 25 marks.

    • The first test will be administered after 40-50% of the syllabus has been covered, and the second test will be administered after 85-90% of the syllabus has been covered
    • Any two assignment methods mentioned in the 22OB2.4, if an assignment is project-based then only one assignment for the course shall be planned. The teacher should not conduct two assignments at the end of the semester if two assignments are planned.
    • For the course, CIE marks will be based on a scaled-down sum of two tests and other methods of assessment.

    The Internal Assessment Test question paper is designed to attain the different levels of Bloom’s taxonomy as per the outcome defined for the course.

     

    Semester-End Examination (SEE):

    Theory SEE will be conducted by University as per the scheduled timetable, with common question papers

    for the course (duration 03 hours).

    1. The question paper will have ten questions. Each question is set for 20 marks.
    2. There will be 2 questions from each module. Each of the two questions under a module (with a maximum of 3 sub-questions), should have a mix of topics under that module.
    3. The students have to answer 5 full questions, selecting one full question from each module.

        4. Marks scored shall be proportionally reduced to 50 marks.

Courses with Integrated Labs:

  • Assessment Details (both CIE and SEE)

    The weightage of Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE) is 50% and for Semester End Exam (SEE) is 50%. The minimum passing mark for the CIE is 40% of the maximum marks (20 marks out of 50) and for the SEE minimum passing mark is 35% of the maximum marks (18 out of 50 marks). A student shall be deemed to have satisfied the academic requirements and earned the credits allotted to each subject/ course if the student secures a minimum of 40% (40 marks out of 100) in the sum total of the CIE (Continuous Internal Evaluation) and SEE (Semester End Examination) taken together.

    CIE for the theory component of the IPCC (maximum marks 50)

    • IPCC means practical portion integrated with the theory of the course.
    • CIE marks for the theory component are 25 marks and that for the practical component is 25 marks.
    • 25 marks for the theory component are split into 15 marks for two Internal Assessment Tests (Two Tests, each of 15 Marks with 01-hour duration, are to be conducted) and 10 marks for other assessment methods mentioned in 22OB4.2. The first test at the end has 40-50% coverage of the syllabus and the second test after covering 85-90% of the syllabus.
    • Scaled-down marks of the sum of two tests and other assessment methods will be CIE marks for the

    theory component of IPCC (that is for 25 marks).

    • The student has to secure 40% of 25 marks to qualify in the CIE of the theory component of IPCC.

    CIE for the practical component of the IPCC

    • 15 marks for the conduction of the experiment and preparation of laboratory record, and 10 marks for the test to be conducted after the completion of all the laboratory sessions.
    • On completion of every experiment/program in the laboratory, the students shall be evaluated including viva-voce and marks shall be awarded on the same day.
    • The CIE marks awarded in the case of the Practical component shall be based on the continuous evaluation of the laboratory report. Each experiment report can be evaluated for 10 marks. Marks of all experiments’ write-ups are added and scaled down to 15 marks.
    • The laboratory test (duration 02/03 hours) after completion of all the experiments shall be conducted for 50 marks and scaled down to 10 marks.
    • Scaled-down marks of write-up evaluations and tests added will be CIE marks for the laboratory component of IPCC for 25 marks.
    • The student has to secure 40% of 25 marks to qualify in the CIE of the practical component of the IPCC.

    SEE for IPCC

    Theory SEE will be conducted by University as per the scheduled timetable, with common question papers for the course (duration 03 hours)


    The theory portion of the IPCC shall be for both CIE and SEE, whereas the practical portion will have a CIE component only. Questions mentioned in the SEE paper may include questions from the practical component.

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FAQ

ISE stands for Information Science and Engineering. It is an engineering discipline that focuses on the design, development, and management of information systems using computing technologies.

Information Science and Engineering offers strong career scope in software development, data engineering, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and enterprise IT roles. Graduates are employed across IT services, product companies, startups, and public-sector organizations, with opportunities to pursue higher studies or research.

ISE is a suitable choice for students interested in programming, data handling, system design, and problem-solving. The curriculum combines core computer science fundamentals with applied technologies, preparing students for both industry roles and higher education.

While both branches share common computing fundamentals, Information Science Engineering focuses more on information systems, data management, and applied software development, whereas Computer Science Engineering emphasizes deeper theoretical and system-level computing concepts.

Definitely Yes, the curriculum followed for the program has been developed by Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi and has been benchmarked with best Universities abroad and approved by the University and Grants Commission, New Delhi. The structure of the curriculum has been designed to include core and elective courses that are accepted worldwide.

Yes. Programming skills form a core part of the ISE curriculum. Students learn multiple programming languages and apply them in software development, data processing, and system implementation throughout the course.

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