Higher Degree Admission Test - I Semester 2008- 09: Brochure

 

 

 

 

 

 

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1.      Eligibility Criteria                                                       2 

                  

  1. Details of Online Test                                                3

 

  1. Test Center Details                                                    3

 

  1. Important dates and deadlines                                   3

 

  1. Syllabus for Test I                                                      6 

 

  1. Syllabus for Test II                                                     7

 

  1. Syllabus for Special Test for

      Software systems                                                      23

                                                     

  1. Syllabus for Management Aptitude test                24 

     

9.      Instructions to Applicants                                       26

                   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                               BIRLA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE,  PILANI

      

                                          Higher Degree Admission Test: I Semester 2008- 09   -   Brochure

                                          

                                          A Computer based online Test for admission to Higher Degree Programmes

                                          at Pilani Campus and at Goa Campus.

 

The Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani, is an Institution declared as Deemed to be University under Section 3 of the UGC act. It is an all-India Institute for higher education for men and women, fully residential, and awards its own degrees. Admissions to all the higher degree programmes of BITS, Pilani, at Pilani campus for the I Semester 2008-09 will be made on the basis of a Computer based Online test conducted by BITS, Pilani followed by interview(s) of shortlisted candidates.

 

I. Programmes Offered:

 

(i) at BITS, Pilani- Pilani Campus

M.E. : Biotechnology; Chemical*; Civil (with specialization in Structural Engg./Transportation Engineering/Infrastructure Systems.); Communication Engineering; Microelectronics; Electrical (with specialization in Power Electronics & Drives); Embedded Systems, Mechanical; Manufacturing Systems Engineering; Design Engineering; Computer Science; Software Systems.

    M.Pharm.

Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Engineering & Technology Management; IT enabled Services Management.

Master of Public Health (MPH)

 

   *Chemical with specialization in Petroleum Engineering is also being planned.

 

 (ii) at BITS, Pilani-Goa Campus

     M.E. : Biotechnology;  Design Engineering

 

Duration: Normally four semesters.

 

Eligibility: A minimum of 60% aggregate in the qualifying examination.

 

Normal Input:

 

M.E. Biotechnology – Any integrated first degree of BITS or its equivalent with adequate preparation in Bio-chemistry and Microbiology.

M.E. Chemical; Civil; Computer Science; Mechanical – Integrated first degree of BITS in the respective discipline or its equivalent.

M.E. Communication Engineering, Electrical with specialization in Power Electronics & Drives – Integrated first degree of BITS in Electrical & Electronics/Electronics & Instrumentation or its equivalent.

M.E. Design Engineering; Manufacturing Systems Engineering – Integrated first degree of BITS in Mechanical or its equivalent or M.Sc.(Tech.) Engineering Technology of BITS or its equivalent with the requirement of taking certain additional courses.

M.E. Embedded Systems – Integrated first degree of BITS in Electrical & Electronics/Electronics & Instrumentation/ Computer Science or its equivalent.

M.E. Microelectronics – Integrated first degree of BITS in Electrical & Electronics/ Electronics & Instrumentation/ Computer Science/ Physics or its equivalent.

M.E. Software Systems – Any Integrated first degree of BITS or its equivalent with specific prior preparation.

M.Pharm. – Integrated first degree of BITS in Pharmacy or its equivalent.

MBA – Any integrated first degree of BITS or B.E./B.Tech degree in Engineering disciplines from any other recognized University

MPH – Any Integrated First Degree of BITS or its equivalent, M.B.B.S., B.D.S., M.Sc. (Nursing), or their equivalent.

 

Admissions will be made purely on merit. Admissions to all Higher degree Programmes except MPH are based on the performance of the candidates in the computer based online test conducted by BITS followed by interviews of shortlisted candidate The test will be a computer based online test conducted by BITS Pilani at dedicated centers at different cities of India. Computer based online test means the candidate sits in front of a computer and the questions are presented on the computer monitor and the candidate submits the answers though the use of keyboard & mouse. Each computer is connected to a server, which prepares the question set and delivers it to the candidate on the computer. The test will be conducted during 21st-22nd June 2008 and the candidate can choose the center, the day and time to take the test as prescribed in later sections.

For MBA Programme, shortlisted candidates called for interviews at Pilani will also have to appear for a test in Reading Comprehension and a Group Discussion.

 

Admissions to MPH are based on the performance of the candidates in a written test, followed by Group discussion and interviews which will be conducted in Pilani. As given in the advertisement there will be a separate application form for applying to MPH and  more details are available at the website www.bitsadmission.com

 

Components of Test:

 

Test I:  Duration:  60 Minutes.                                           Total No of questions:    60

 

Compulsory for all students who are applying for any of the higher degree programmes of the Institute and will consist of the following sections

 

Sections                                                              No of Questions

Core Mathematics                                                                        15

Core Physics                                                                                15

English Language Skills & Principles of Management                 15                        

Computer Programming                                                               15

                                                                        Total                     60

 

The course descriptions are available in the syllabus given later in the brochure

Test II:                  Duration:  120 Minutes.                        Total number of questions:  100

 

Compulsory for Students applying for all higher degree programmes except those who are applying for only Software systems. The Test II subject for a student is based on his/her qualifying degree programme. This paper will attempt to test student’s grasp of the basic subjects of your discipline.  The discipline courses of different degree programmes of BITS have been used for constructing the questions. The course descriptions are available in the syllabus given later in the brochure

 

Special Test for Software Systems:        Duration 60 Minutes                  Total number of questions: 48

 

This Special aptitude test for Software Systems is required for only those students who are applying for M.E. Software systems. The course descriptions are available in the syllabus given later in the brochure.

 

 

For all the above tests all questions are of objective type (multiple choice questions); each question with four answers choices only one being the correct choice. Each correct answer fetches 3 marks, while each incorrect answer has a penalty of 1 mark. No marks are awarded or deducted for questions not attempted. While the candidate can skip a question, the computer will not allow the candidate to choose more than one option as the correct answer.

 

Management Aptitude Test:    Duration: 60 Minutes     Total number of Questions: 48

 

The Management Aptitude Test is required for only those students who are applying for MBA. The course descriptions are available in the syllabus given later in the brochure.

 

For Management Aptitude test each question will have five answer choices, only one being the correct choice. Each correct answer fetches 4 marks, while each incorrect answer has a penalty of 1 mark.

 

The questions will be selected at random from a large question bank. Different candidates will get different question sets. An expert committee will ensure that the question sets are of comparable difficulty level, content, question type etc. In this matter the decision of the expert committee will be final and binding on the candidate.

 

All the questions and instructions of the test will be in English only.

 

Each candidate who registers for test will be required to download a ‘Hall Ticket’ from the website during 7th June – 15th June 2008. Candidates with the hall ticket only will be allowed inside the test centers. Candidates should bring a pen for the purpose of rough work, signing etc.  Blank sheets for rough work will be provided, if required.  Candidates can bring a calculator without any network connectivity/programmable feature. Candidates are not allowed to bring any other personal belongings such as mobile phones; ipods or any other electronic gadgets

 

All centers are closely monitored for security and candidates’ identity and activities will be recorded using web cameras and/or closed circuit TV cameras.  Anyone violating the rules of the test center will not be allowed to continue with the test and will be automatically disqualified.

 

On completion of the test, the computer will display to each candidate his/her score obtained. 

 

A candidate can submit only one form for Higher Degree Admissions. However if a candidate discovers any mistake in the form submitted by him/her, can submit a second application form duly completed before the last date, indicating on the top of second application form that his first application form (giving its number) should be cancelled. In such cases, the second application has to be accompanied by a fresh application fee.

 

Test Centers

 

In order to facilitate a larger number of students all over India to participate in this test, apart from Pilani and Goa where it is expected that a large number of students will take the test, the Institute is also planning to offer the tests at dedicated test centers in several cities.  The planned test centers are in the following cities.  The final list of centers and the operating days at each center will depend on the number of applicants and their preferences.

 

1. Pilani                                   2. Goa                                  3. Bangalore                            4. Chennai                        

5. Delhi (Noida)                     6. Hyderabad                      7. Kolkatta                                8. Nagpur

The final list of the test centers will be announced only after all the applications are received and candidates will be informed of the same through BITS website http://www.bitsadmission.com/, so that the candidates can choose their date for the test as per their convenience and availability of slots in any these centers.

 

Important dates and deadlines: Important dates and deadlines:

 

Deadline for submission of the Applications:                                               30th  May 2008

Test Center allotment and announcement to Candidates:                        2nd    June.2008

Candidates to Reserve Test dates:                                                                 3rd  -6th June 2008 

Candidates to download Hall tickets:                                                             7th  – 15th June2008

Online Tests                                                                                         21st – 22nd June.2008

Announcement of short listed candidates for Interviews:                           25th   June.2008

Interviews at Pilani:                                                                                             25th July. 2008

Admission of Selected students:                                                                     26th    July. 2008

Freshmen Orientation Programme:                                                                30-31st   July. 2008  

Registration for courses:                                                                                   1st August. 2008   

 

How to Apply:

 

Interested and eligible candidates should apply through the prescribed application form available online at http://www.bitsadmission.com/ and take the printout of the filled form. The completed application form along with the prescribed fee in the form of a crossed Demand Draft should be sent to Admissions officer, BITS, Pilani-333031. Demand drafts should be drawn in favour of Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS), Pilani Payable at State Bank of Bikaner & Jaipur, Pilani (Code: 10398) or UCO bank Vidya Vihar, Pilani (Code:0150).

 

Application Fee: Rs.1000/-

 

Deadline for submission of the completed application form is 5.00 P.M. on 30th May 2008.

 

Completed application form is to be sent by registered post/speed post or personally submitted to the under-mentioned so as to reach him before the above deadline:

                               

                             The Admissions Officer

                                BITS

                                Pilani – 333 031 (Rajasthan)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Important Note:

 

         i.            The tests are generated from a large question bank and different candidates will get different question sets.  An expert committee will ensure that the question sets are of comparable difficulty level, content, question type etc.  In this matter, the decision of the expert committee will be final and binding on the candidates.

 

        ii.            The test assumes that the candidates have basic familiarity with use of computers like use of keyboard and mouse operation.  It is the responsibility of the candidates to acquire these skills before appearing in the test and the Institute cannot take responsibility for the same.

 

      iii.            The Institute is planning to operate test centers in different cities other than Pilani and Goa as previously stated.  The final list of centers will be announced to candidates through the BITS website.  The Institute cannot guarantee that test centers will be set up in all these centers. Further, the Institute reserves the right to cancel any test center if such situation arises. In such cases, those candidates allotted to these centers will be accommodated in alternate test centers including Pilani/Goa.

 

       iv.            The candidates must fully obey the rules of the test centers; otherwise he/she will be automatically debarred from the test.

 

        v.            In all matters in the conduct of test, the decision of the Vice Chancellor of BITS will be final.

 

       vi.            All disputes pertaining to higher degree admission shall fall within the jurisdiction of Pilani city.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SYLLABUS FOR TEST I

Core Mathematics:

Functions and graphs; limit and continuity; applications of derivative and integral. Conics; Polar coordinates; Convergence of sequence and series. Maclaurin and Taylor series. Partial derivatives. Vector calculus in Rn; vector analysis; theorems of Green, Gauss and Stokes.

 

Complex numbers, analytic functions, Cauchy’s theorms; elementary functions; series expansions; calculus of residues and applications. Vector space; basis and dimension; linear transformation; range and kernel of a linear transformation; row deduction method and application to linear system of equations.

 

Probability spaces; conditional probability and independence; random variables and probability distributions; marginal and conditional distributions; independent random variables; mathematical expectation; mean and variance; binomial, Poisson’s and normal distributions; sum of independent random variables; law of large numbers; central limit theorem, sampling distribution and test for mean using normal and students t-distribution; test of hypothesis; correlation and linear regression.

 

Reference books:

Thomas, G B & R,L Finney, Calculus and Analutic Geometry, Pearson Edu., 9th ed., 1996

Kolman, Bemard & D R Hill, Introductory Linear Algebra with Applications

Churchill, R V and James W Brown, Complex variables and Applications, MGHISE, 7th ed, 2003

Milton. J Susan

 

Core Physics:

Linear momentum and its Conservation, Angular momentum and its conservation, Rotational dynamics of rigid bodies, Work-energy theorem, Conservative forces and potential energy, Collision problems, Damped and forced simple harmonic motions, Coupled oscillations and wave motion

 

Coulomb’s law, Electric fields, Gauss’ law, Electric potential, Dielectrics and capacitors, Magnetic fields, Biot-Savart law and its applications, Magnetic materials, Ampere’s law, Faraday’s law of electromagnetic induction, Maxwell’s equations and plane electromagnetic waves

 

Young’s double-slit interference, Interference from thin films, Coherence, Diffraction from single and double slits, Diffraction grating, Photoelectric effect, Compton effect, De-Broglie waves, Uncertainty relation, Schrodinger equation, Particle in a box, Potential barriers and tunneling. 

 

Reference books:

R. Resnick, D. Halliday & K.S. Krane, Physics Vol. I & II,  John Wiley & Sons, 5th ed., 2004

 

English Language Skills and Principles of Management

Pronunciation skills; Vocabulary – Synonyms and antonyms, using words in appropriate contexts, Idioms and Phrasal verbs; Grammar – Word order and effective sentences, use of tenses, conjunctions and prepositions; Reading comprehension; Paragraph writing; Précis Writing; Letter writing.

 

Fundamental concepts of management- planning, organization; staffing; directing and controlling; production, financial, personal, legal and marketing functions, accounting and budgeting, balance sheets.

 

Reference books :

Krishna Mohan and Meenakshi Raman, 2000, Effective English Communication, New Delhi: Tata McGraw Hill.:

Robbins, Stephen P & M. Coutler, Management, PHI/Pearson Edu, 8th ed., 2005

 

Computer Programming

Basic Data Types and Operations. Control Constructs – Conditionals and Loops Lists - Arrays. Modularity – Functions.

Structured Data – Structures, Unions, Pointers. Applications – Strings.

 

Reference books:

Balagurusamy, E. Programming in ANSI C, TMH, 2nd, 2004

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

: Young’s double-slit interference, Interference from thin films, Coherence, Diffraction from single and double slits, Diffraction grating, Photoelectric effect, Compton effect, De-Broglie waves, Uncertainty relation, Schrodinger equation, Particle in a box, Potential barriers and tunneling. 

: Young’s double-slit interference, Interference from thin films, Coherence, Diffraction from single and double slits, Diffraction grating, Photoelectric effect, Compton effect, De-Broglie waves, Uncertainty relation, Schrodinger equation, Particle in a box, Potential barriers and tunneling. 

Young’s double-slit interference, Interference from thin films, Coherence, Diffraction from single and double slits, Diffraction grating, Photoelectric effect, Compton effect, De-Broglie waves, Uncertainty relation, Schrodinger equation, Particle in a box, Potential barriers and tunneling: Young’s double-slit interference, Interference from thin films, Coherence, Diffraction from single and double slits, Diffraction grating, Photoelectric effect, Compton effect, De-Broglie waves, Uncertainty relation, Schrodinger equation, Particle in a box, Potential barriers and tunneling.

SYLLABUS FOR TEST II

Chemical Engineering

 

Chemical Process Calculations

Units and Dimensions, The Chemical Equation and Stoichiometry, Material Balances, Energy Balances, Properties of Gases, Vapors, Liquids and Solids, Phase Equilibria, Combustion Calculation, Unsteady-State Material and Energy Balances.

Reference books:

Himmelblau, D. M. “Basic principles & calculations in chemical Engg”, PHI, 6th ed., 1997.

Felder, R. M. & R. W. Rousseau, “Elementary Principles of Chemical Processes”, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 3rd ed., 2000.

Fluid Flow Operations

Fundamental Concepts and Fluid Statics, Integral and Differential Analyses for Fluid Motion, Internal and External Fluid Flow and Flow through Packed Bed, Dimensional Analysis and Fluid Machinery, Agitation and Introduction to Compressible Flow.

Reference books:

Fox, R. W. and A. T. McDonalds, Introduction to Fluid Mechanics (5th edition) John Wiley and Sons Inc., 2001.

McCabe, W. L., J. C. Smith and P. Harriott Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering (7th edition), McGraw Hill Inc., 2005.

Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics

First & Second Laws, PVT behavior & Heat Effects, Properties of pure fluids and thermodynamics of flow processes, Solution thermodynamics, VLE and chemical reaction equilibrium.

Reference books:

J. M.Smith, and Others,“Introduction to Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics”, MGHFSE, 6th ed., 2001

YVC Rao, “Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics”, Universities Press, 1997.

KV Narayanan, “A Textbook of Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics”.  Prentice Hall of India, 2001.

Mass Transfer Operations

Molecular diffusion and mass transfer coefficients, Interphase mass transfer, Gas absorption, Distillation, Liquid extraction and leaching.

Reference books:

Treybal, R.E., “Mass Transfer Operations,” 3rd Ed., McGraw-Hill Book Company, Singapore, 1980.

Foust, A. S., Wenzel, L.A., Clump, C.W., Anderson, L.B., “Principles of Unit       Operations,” 2nd Ed., John Wiley and Sons, New York, 1980.

Heat Transfer Operations

Steady and Unsteady state heat conduction, Natural & Forced convection, Radiation, Condensation, boiling and evaporation, Heat Exchangers.

Reference books:

Holman, J. P., “Heat Transfer (9th Ed.)”, McGraw-Hill, 2002.

Frank P. Incropera, David P. DeWitt, “Fundamental of Heat & Mass Transfer (6th Ed.)”, John Wiley & Sons, 2006.

D. Q. Kern, “Process Heat Transfer”, Tata McGraw Hill.

McCabe & Smith, “Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering (7th ed)”, McGraw-Hill, 2004.

Selected Chemical Engineering Operations

Properties and Handling of Particulate Solids, Mechanical Separations, Adsorption and Fixed-Bed Separations, Drying of Solids, Membrane Separation Processes and Crystallization.

Reference books:

McCabe W. L., and Smith J. M., & Harriott P., Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering, 7th Ed., McGraw-Hill International Edition, 2006.

Chemical Engineering (Volumes 1-6), Coulson J. M., Richardson J. F. & others, Pergamon Press, London, 1978 & 1997.

Kinetics & Reactor Design

Mole balances and reactor sizing, Rate laws and stoichiometry, Isothermal reactor design for single and multiple reactions, Analysis of laboratory reactor data, and reaction mechanisms for nonelementary reactions, Non isothermal reactor design for single and multiple reactions, Heterogeneous reactors, Data analysis & design, Non Ideal reactors.

Reference books:

H. Scott Fogler “Elements of    Chemical Reaction Engineering”, PHI, 3rd Ed, 2002.

O. Levenspiel, “Chemical Reaction Engineering”, John Wiley, 3rd Ed., 1999.

J.M. Smith, “Chemical Engineering Kinetics”, McGraw Hill, 3rd Ed., 1981.

Chemical Process Technology

Process synthesis concepts for flow sheet generation; species allocation; separation task sequence and task integration, Technologies related to Inorganic Chemical Industries, Technologies related to Natural Product Industries, Technologies related to synthetic organic chemical industries, Technologies related to Polymerization industries.

Reference books:

Rao, G. and Sittig M., “Dryden’s outlines of chemical technology for 21st century”, East West Press, 1997.

Austin, G T, “Shreve’s chemical process industries”, McGraw Hill, 1984.

Process Design Decisions

Engineering Economics; Economic Decision Making, Input Information and Batch versus Continuous; Input-Output Structure, Recycle Structure; Separation System, Heat Exchanger Networks (Energy Integration), Cost Diagrams; Preliminary Process Optimization; Process Retrofits.

Reference books:

James M. Douglas. Conceptual Design of Chemical Processes. McGraw-Hill International Editions (Chemical Engineering Series), Mc Graw Hill Book Company, New York, 1988.

Max S. Peters, Klaus D. Timmerhaus, Ronald E. West, Max Peters. Plant Design and Economics for Chemical Engineers. 5th Edition, Mc Graw Hill, New York, 2003.

Process Control

Dynamic modeling and simulation of momentum, energy, mass transfer and reacting systems, Analysis of the dynamic behavior of chemical processes, Analysis and design of simple feedback and advanced control systems, Design of control systems with multiple input and multiple output, Digital sampling, filtering and control.

Reference books:

Stephanopoulos, G., “Chemical Process Control: An Introduction to Theory and Practice,” Prentice-Hall, Englewood Cliffs, N.J., 1984

Seborg, D.E., Edgar, T.F. and Mellichamp, D.A., “Process Dynamics and Control,” 2nd Ed., John Wiley and Sons, 2004.

Coughnowr, D. R., and Koppel, I. B., “Process Systems Analysis and Control,” 2nd Ed., McGraw-Hill, New York, 1991.

 

Civil Engineering   

                                                                           

Design of Concrete Structures:

Materials for reinforced concrete, Design of concrete Mix, Design philosophies, Design of singly and doubly reinforced rectangular and flanged sections for Flexure using Working stress and Limit State Design approach, Design for bond, anchorage and development length, Design of beams for Shear, serviceability requirements, Design of one way slab, two way slab and staircase, yield line theory, Design for columns, Foundations , retaining walls and introduction to prestressed concretes..

Reference books:

Limit State Design of Reinforced Concrete,  By: P. C. Varghese, PHI, New Delhi.

Reinforced Concrete Design by Pillai and  Menon, TaTa  McGraw Hill, Publication, New Delhi.

Reinforced Concrete Design by S. N. Sinha, TaTa  McGraw Hill, Publication, New Delhi.

Design of Concrete Structures by Nilson, Darwin and Dolan, TaTa  McGraw Hill, Publication, New Delhi

Design of Steel Structures (Limit State Design) :