Subjects in semester 3
| Code | Subject | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ES301ME | Applied Operations Research | 3 | Theory |
| ES301EC | Basic Electronics | 3 | Theory |
| PC301CS | Data Structures | 3 | Theory |
| PC302CS | Discrete Mathematics | 3 | Theory |
| PC303CS | OOP using JAVA | 3 | Theory |
| PC304CS | Logic and Switching Theory | 3 | Theory |
| HS201EG | Effective Technical Communication in English | 3 | Theory |
| PC351CS | Data Structures Lab | 1 | Lab |
| ES351EC | Basic Electronics Lab | 1 | Lab |
| PC352CS | OOP using JAVA Lab | 1 | Lab |
Source: official OU syllabus PDF, pages 1-18. Applies to: I year: w.e.f. Academic Year 2024-25 (BE Group B: CSE, CME, EEE). III & IV semesters: B.E (Computer Science and Engineering), w.e.f. Academic Year 2025-26. Codes, names and credits are copied as printed; check the official file for changes made after it was published.
Units and topics
Applied Operations Research (ES301ME)
- Introduction / Linear Programming
- Duality / Network Analysis in Project Planning
- Transportation Models / Assignment Problems
- Replacement Models / Game Theory
- Sequencing Models / Queuing Theory
Basic Electronics (ES301EC)
- PN Junction Diode
- Transistors
- Feedback concepts / Oscillators
- Operational Amplifier
- Data Acquisition Systems
Data Structures (PC301CS)
- Algorithms
- Stacks and Queues
- Linked Lists
- Trees
- Graphs
Data Structures important questions (PDF)
Discrete Mathematics (PC302CS)
- Mathematical Logic
- Relations
- Elementary Combinatorics
- Recurrence Relation
- Graph Theory
Discrete Mathematics important questions (PDF)
OOP using JAVA (PC303CS)
- Object Oriented Programming
- Interfaces
- Collections
- GUI Programming with java
- Exploring Swing
Logic and Switching Theory (PC304CS)
- Digital Computers and Information
- Minimization of Boolean Functions
- Combination Logic Design
- Sequential Circuits
- Design of Sequential Circuits
Data Structures Lab (PC351CS)
Data Structures Lab important questions (PDF)
How to prepare for semester 3
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.
All semesters
Frequently asked questions
How many subjects are there in OU B.Tech CSE semester 3?
The official OU scheme lists 10 courses for CSE semester 3: 7 theory, 3 lab and 0 other (project, elective, audit or similar).
How many credits is OU CSE semester 3?
The subjects listed add up to 24 credits, as printed in the official scheme.
Where is the official OU 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?
I year: w.e.f. Academic Year 2024-25 (BE Group B: CSE, CME, EEE). III & IV semesters: B.E (Computer Science and Engineering), w.e.f. Academic Year 2025-26 If your batch is different, check your university's syllabus page.