Subjects in semester 4
| Code | Subject | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CS3452 | Theory of Computation | 3 | Theory |
| CS3491 | Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | 4 | Theory |
| CS3492 | Database Management Systems | 3 | Theory |
| CS3401 | Algorithms | 4 | Theory |
| CS3451 | Introduction to Operating Systems | 3 | Theory |
| GE3451 | Environmental Sciences and Sustainability | 2 | Theory |
| CS3461 | Operating Systems Laboratory | 1.5 | Lab |
| CS3481 | Database Management Systems Laboratory | 1.5 | Lab |
Source: official Anna University syllabus PDF, pages 6, 77-92. Applies to: Non-Autonomous Affiliated Colleges; B.E. Computer Science and Engineering, curriculum and syllabi for Semesters I to VIII (no batch year printed beyond Regulations 2021). Codes, names and credits are copied as printed; check the official file for changes made after it was published.
Units and topics
Theory of Computation (CS3452)
- AUTOMATA AND REGULAR EXPRESSIONS
- REGULAR EXPRESSIONS AND LANGUAGES
- CONTEXT FREE GRAMMAR AND PUSH DOWN AUTOMATA
- NORMAL FORMS AND TURING MACHINES
- UNDECIDABILITY
Theory of Computation important questions (PDF)
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (CS3491)
- PROBLEM SOLVING
- PROBABILISTIC REASONING
- SUPERVISED LEARNING
- ENSEMBLE TECHNIQUES AND UNSUPERVISED LEARNING
- NEURAL NETWORKS
Database Management Systems (CS3492)
- RELATIONAL DATABASES
- DATABASE DESIGN
- TRANSACTIONS
- IMPLEMENTATION TECHNIQUES
- ADVANCED TOPICS
Database Management Systems important questions (PDF)
Algorithms (CS3401)
- INTRODUCTION
- GRAPH ALGORITHMS
- ALGORITHM DESIGN TECHNIQUES
- STATE SPACE SEARCH ALGORITHMS
- NP-COMPLETE AND APPROXIMATION ALGORITHM
Introduction to Operating Systems (CS3451)
- INTRODUCTION
- PROCESS MANAGEMENT
- MEMORY MANAGEMENT
- STORAGE MANAGEMENT
- VIRTUAL MACHINES AND MOBILE OS
Introduction to Operating Systems important questions (PDF)
Environmental Sciences and Sustainability (GE3451)
- ENVIRONMENT AND BIODIVERSITY
- ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
- RENEWABLE SOURCES OF ENERGY
- SUSTAINABILITY AND MANAGEMENT
- SUSTAINABILITY PRACTICES
Operating Systems Laboratory (CS3461)
Operating Systems Laboratory important questions (PDF)
Database Management Systems Laboratory (CS3481)
Database Management Systems Laboratory important questions (PDF)
How to prepare for semester 4
Start with the subjects that carry the most credits, because they count most in your SGPA. For each theory subject, go through the units in order, make one page of short notes per unit and practise the long-answer questions from previous papers. Lab courses are scored on records and viva, so keep your practical file up to date every week instead of writing it at the end.
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Frequently asked questions
How many subjects are there in Anna University B.Tech CSE semester 4?
The official Anna University scheme lists 8 courses for CSE semester 4: 6 theory, 2 lab and 0 other (project, elective, audit or similar).
How many credits is Anna University CSE semester 4?
The subjects listed add up to 22 credits, as printed in the official scheme.
Where is the official Anna University syllabus PDF?
The official file used for this page is linked under Source. Always check it, because universities revise schemes for new batches.
Which batch does this syllabus apply to?
Non-Autonomous Affiliated Colleges; B.E. Computer Science and Engineering, curriculum and syllabi for Semesters I to VIII (no batch year printed beyond Regulations 2021) If your batch is different, check your university's syllabus page.