Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad: Faq of Mtech in Data Science Program 2

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Kandi – 502 285, Sanga Reddy, Telangana, INDIA
Phone: (040) 2301 6033; Fax: (040) 2301 6003 /32
FAQ of MTech in Data Science Program 2

Curriculum and Syllabus 2
About the Programme 5
Contact Us? 5
Outstation or Abroad Students 7
Admission Dates 7
Admission Portal 7
Fees Payment 8
Eligibility Criteria 8
Selection Process 8
Admission Test 9
Curriculum 10
Teaching Methodology 11
Campus Placement 11
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FAQ of MTech in Data Science Program
Curriculum and Syllabus
Semester Course Title Credits
Semester I Mathematical Foundations of Data 3

Science
Elective 1 3
Semester II Elective 2 3
Elective 3 3
Semester III Elective 4 3
Elective 5 3
Semester IV Elective 6 3
Elective 7 3
Semester V Capstone Project 1 12
Semester VI Capstone Project 2 12
Following are some sample courses that would be offered in the programme:
Course Title Tentative Syllabus
Mathematical Foundations in Data Science Matrices, Vectors and Properties; Vector Spaces, Norms,
Basis, Orthogonality; Matrix Decompositions: Eigen
decomposition, Singular Value Decomposition; Differential
Calculus: Derivatives and its significance, Partial
derivatives; Optimization of single variable and multiple
variable functions: Necessary and sufficient conditions; Real
problems as optimization problems: Formulation and
analytical solutions; Finding roots of an equation: Newton
Raphson Method; Optimization via gradient methods;
Probability basics, density function, counting, expectation,
variance, independence, conditional probability, Poisson
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process, recurrences, Markov chains
Statistical Programming Probability and statistics; Statistical measures and tests;

Introduction to statistical packages, such as SPSS, SAS, R,
Stata, JMP; Statistical analyses using R and Python
Analytic Databases Recommendation systems; Finding similar items using

locality sensitive hashing; Frequent pattern mining; Link
analysis in social network; Mining data streams; Large scale
file systems & map-reduce; Data warehouses
Topics in Data Mining Basic and advanced clustering techniques; Anomaly/outlier

detection; Advanced topics in frequent pattern mining;
Opinion mining; Question-answer mining; Relational/
structured data extraction
Applied Machine Learning Supervised vs Unsupervised Learning; Classifier Evaluation;

Classification methods (k-NN, Naive Bayes classifier,
Decision Trees, Support Vector Machines, Kernel Methods,
Perceptrons, Neural Networks, Ensemble Methods);
Regularization, Introduction to Learning theory; Regression
methods; Clustering methods; Dimensionality reduction
methods; Feature selection Methods, Hidden Markov Models
and Time Series Analysis
Introduction to Statistical NLP N-gram and neural language models, part-of-speech tagging
and named entity recognition (Hidden Markov model and
conditional random fields), probabilistic context free
grammars and parsing, distributional semantics, topic
models, statistical machine translation.
Text Processing and Retrieval Indexing document collections, Query-document scoring

using Vector space model, Language Model, Evaluation
metrics for ranking, Document classification, N-gram and
continuous space language models, probabilistic taggers and
sequence labeling, probabilistic parsing and structured
prediction, probabilistic topic models, Neural Information
retrieval.
Advanced Topics in Machine Learning Topics offered in this course are based on contemporary
relevance. Current topics include deep learning: perceptrons,
backpropagation, Convolutional Neural Networks and
variants/applications; Recurrent Neural Networks and
variants/applications; Memory Networks; Deep generative
models (GANs and VAEs)
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Probabilistic Models for Machine Learning Introduction to learning via probabilistic modeling;
Parameter estimation using MLE, MAP, Bayesian,
Hierarchical Bayesian estimation, EM algorithm; Generative
models for unsupervised learning using Multinomial,
Dirichlet-Multinomial, Gaussian, Gaussian-Inverse
Wishart-Gaussian, Exponential Models, Conjugates, Markov
Models; Generative and discriminative models for
supervised learning such as Logistic and Linear Regression,
Generalized Linear Models; Latent variable models such as
Mixture Models, Hidden Markov Models, PCA, LDA
Hardware and system security Side-channel attack on cache, security of non-volatile

memories, security of GPUs (graphics processing units),
meltdown and spectre vulnerabilities
Hardware architectures for deep learning (DL) Approximate computing and storage, low-precision
techniques, FPGA-based DL accelerators, GPU-based DL
accelerators, memristor-based DL accelerators, addressing
memory-bottleneck in DL accelerators, architectural review
of some recently-proposed DL accelerators (e.g., TPU)
Distributed Computing Termination Detection Algorithms; Reasoning with

Knowledge; Distributed Mutual Exclusion Algorithms;
Deadlock Detection Algorithms; Global Predicate Detection;
Distributed Shared Memory; Checkpointing and Rollback
Recovery; Consensus and Agreement; Failure Detectors;
Distributed file servers; Distributed programming
environments: Communication primitives, selected case
studies. (Note: Some topics may be added/deleted to suit
specific offerings of the course)
Parallel and Concurrent Programming Introduction; Mutual Exclusion; Concurrent Objects;

Foundations of Shared Memory; Consistency condition for
concurrent objects: Sequential consistency, Linearizability;
Consensus; Universality; Spin Locks; Multi-thread Linked
Lists; Queues and Stacks; Counting; Hash Sets; Futures and
Work-Stealing; Barriers; Transactional Memory; Parallel
Graph and Matrix Algorithms
Computer and Network security Principles of Cryptography, Hash functions, PKI, Digital
signatures, network security protocols (e.g. IPsec, SSL/TLS),
Firewalls, VPN, DNS security, Web security, wireless
network security, Cyberattacks, attacking tools, defense
against attacks.
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About the Programme

Q) What is the difference between MDS and EMDS degrees?
EMDS programme is of 24 credits and MDS is of 48 credits, where the extra 24 credits is from the two Capstone
Projects done in the third year. Unlike EMDS, MDS is equivalent to regular MTech from IITH.
Q) What if I want to do only 24 credits of courses and not the Capstone projects?
You can then get an EMDS degree instead of the MDS degree.
Q) Is MDS equivalent to a regular MTech program?

Yes, it is equivalent to regular M.Tech. The regular MTech degree from IITH requires a student to take 48 credits.
Similarly, MDS degree also has 48 credits. The scheduling of the classes is differently done only to facilitate
consistent attendance of the working professionals.
Q) Does MDS belong to part-time, online or distance education category?

No, MDS does not belong to any of the part-time, online or distance education category. Unlike part-time
program, students of MDS have to attend the classes throughout the semester. Unlike other contemporary online
programs, students of MDS have to attend live classes either from IITH campus or from remote location without
any facility to record the video session of the class. Unlike distance education category, students of MDS have to
attend live classes throughout the semester without any facility to acquire the course content through online /
postal means.
Q) Will I be able to pursue a PhD in Computer Science post this MDS program?
Yes, it is similar to a regular MTech degree from IITH.
Q) Will I be able to pursue a teaching career in future if interested post my MDS completion?
It depends on the institute where you are applying.
Q) After finishing this program do I get a degree or certificate of completion?

Yes, you will get the degree “MTech in Data Science” from CSE department at IITH.
Q) What will be the alumni status for the students under the MDS programme?
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On successful completion of the MDS program, students of this course will be granted the same alumni status as
any other residential students pursuing their degree in IIT Hyderabad.
Contact Us?
Q) Whom should I contact in general for MDS queries?
You can email at cse_mds@iith.ac.in or talk over phone at 040 2301 7006.
Q) List of hotels/lodges near IITH.

Following is a list of hotels/lodges near IIT Hyderabad. The interested participants can make their bookings at
these places. This is not an exhaustive list. There may be other lodges/hotels that are not in this list. Also,
mentioning of the name of a hotel does not imply endorsement/recommendation.
Hotel Pankaj Palace

Ratan Towers, #8-48,
Isnapur X Road, Medak District,
Andhra Pradesh, 502304
Muthangi( V), Pattancheru (M),
email : hotelpankajpalace@yahoo.com
Phone : 08455 225033
Mobile : 93939 66033
www.hotelpankajpalace.com
Square Inn Lodge

Address: Isnapur X Roads,
NH 9, Near Outer Ring Road,
Patancheru, Hyderabad, Telangana 502307
Phone:095732 33325
Abhaya Lodge
Address: Shop No-10-09,
P. R. Pally X Roads, Sangareddy,
Hyderabad, Telangana 502001
Phone:085000 55601
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CGR Majeera Hotel

Address: National Highway 9,
Pothireddypally Village, Sangareddy,
Telangana 502295
Phone:099488 82222
Hotel Shanti Sagar

Address: Plot No -68/B,
Opp New Collectorate,
Sangareddy Abids, Hyderabad,
Telangana 502001
Phone:091770 45726
Redla Inn Hotel

Address: Marepally,
Ahmed Nagar, Sangareddy,
Telangana 502001
Phone No: 08455 – 277700, 277701 & 277702
Mobile: 76600 22024, 76600 22026
Sri Sai Krishna Lodge

Above Janapriya Hotel,
Sangareddy Junction, NH-9,
Medak Dist., Telangana
Mobile: 77027 47730, 90527 67606
Q) Whom should I contact to get cabs to and fro from IITH?

You can get an OLA cab to come to IITH from Hyderabad. However, OLA service is not available to return from
IITH to Hyderabad. You can contact Mr. Sudhakar Reddy (+91 93924 17248), who provides cab and other
transport facilities at IITH. You can also contact our transport department at 040-2301 7096 for any assistance.
You can also see travel options here.
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Outstation or Abroad Students

Q) Can I do this programme from abroad?
The courses are conducted remotely. You only need to visit the campus 1-2 times in a semester. The dates would
be announced quite early for you to plan the visits. At present, students visit the campus only once per semester to
give final exam. Everything else is done remotely.
Q) Is it possible for someone to go through the program if he is not staying in Hyderabad?

Same answer as above. A large fraction of our existing MDS students are not from Hyderabad.
Admission Dates
Q) I didn’t apply for the admission during standard dates? Is there a way I can get into the MDS programme?
No, please wait for next round of admissions. Check our website for updates.
Q) When can I apply for admission to MDS programme?

Normally the application opens in early April and ends in mid May. Please check the website:
http://cse.iith.ac.in/?q=MDS in March for updates.
Admission Portal
Q) I have tried a lot but unable to upload the documents XYZ. Please help me here so that I can submit the
application?
The server may be overloaded. Please try after some time.
Q) I have not received any confirmation mail/sms regarding my application submission. My application number is
"XYZ"??
Your application number is the confirmation for application submission. Shortlisting would be done within a
week after last date of submission. Only shortlisted candidates would be invited for the written test in IIT
Hyderabad.
Fees Payment
Q) Please cancel my applications. I have attached my payment proof and document for your perusal. Kindly
refund my application fee.
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Sorry, the application fee cannot be refunded in any case.
Eligibility Criteria
Q) I am from branches other than CS/EE/IT/ECE. Am I eligible for MDS programme if I have experience in data
science?
No. This programme is quite programming intensive. It would be difficult for people without CS background to
do the programming required in the courses.
Q) One of the eligibility criteria for the programme is minimum 2 years of work experience. By which date one
should have this minimum work experience? Can this be relaxed if I am missing it by few days?
You should have two years of work experience by the last date for submitting online applications. This criteria
cannot be relaxed.
Selection Process
Q) I have applied for the MDS programme. However, I am not shortlisted for written test. Why I have not been
shortlisted? What is the shortlisting criteria for written test?
We are sorry that we receive a large number of applications and can shortlist only a limited number of candidates
for the written test due to limited number of seats.
The shortlisting criteria is a confidential information. For each application, we compute an aggregated score based
on the candidate’s relevant work experience, academic record, such as percentage, publications, etc. We select
certain fraction of candidates based on this aggregated score.
Q) I am in process of applying to this program. Can you please let me know if the written test can be waived of
for a candidate who has more than 8 years of experience in data sciences?
Written test is compulsory for all candidates.
Q) Since this is designed for value addition to working professionals, how do I (who completed Engineering 10
years ago) compete with those applicants who completed the graduation just before 2 years or are in academic line
studying same subjects on which questions will be asked. I may have done fairly well in the organization I may
be serving in Data Science field, but naturally won’t be comfortable answering questions related to Probability or
Data Structures, etc which I studied long ago.
We are aware of this problem. So our admission process has two parts: Objective Test and Background in Data
Science test. In general, we expect fresh graduates to do somewhat better in the objective test. However, one who
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does not have experience in Data Science cannot do the second paper so well, as these questions test your existing
knowledge of data science. We select by looking at the score of both the tests. Since this programme is offered by
IIT, it has high technical rigor. You need to have a good programming and mathematical background to do well in
the programme, which is tested through the objective test.
Admission Test
Q) I am staying outside Hyderabad. Could you please let me know is there is any test center outside Hyderabad
or if any provision for online test?
No, there is no provision for an online test. The candidate needs to come to IIT Hyderabad for the test.
Q) What is the venue for the admission exam?

It would be in the permanent campus, which is in Kandi. If someone seeks hostel accommodation for the test, they
would be given the accommodation in the ODF campus. Frequent institute buses are available between the two
campuses.
Q) What is the syllabus and admission process for MDS admission?

The candidate has to pass an admission test that comprises of four phases: Profile Screening, Objective Test,
Background in DS, and Interview.
Profile screening is done according to past academic record, prior research exposure and/or industry experience in
areas related to data science.
Objective exam will consist of multiple choice questions on basics of Computer Science and Data Science.
Relevant courses are Programming, Probability, Data Structures and Algorithms, Discrete Mathematics,
Databases, and basic concepts in Statistics, Data Mining, Machine Learning.
In the Background in Data Science test, you would be required to answer some questions related to your
background in Data Science. This would be a test of your writing skill and past background in Data Science. We
would prefer to take candidates who are already familiar to Data Science.
For the candidates who qualify the written test, we will conduct 15-20 minutes interview through Phone/Skype.
The interviews will be done few days after the written test. The exact date and timing will be informed after you
pass the written test.
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Q) Is there a final cumulative exam rank card issued?

No, we do not issue an explicit rank card. Our selection process is decided by the steps mentioned in the previous
answer.
Q) Can I get a sample admission test question paper?

You can see the EMDS 2016 admission objective exam paper here. We cannot share the exam paper for
Background in Data Science test. The exam pattern changes across years.
Q) What are the documents I need to carry for the admission test?
The following certificates are to be produced by you in original at the time of test for verification:
1. Your application ID
2. ID proof
3. Degree / Diploma Certificates or provisional certificates from the competent authority of the University or
Institute concerned.
4. All Mark sheets / Grade Cards of your qualifying examinations;
5. You should also bring some documents that shows that you have at least two years of working
experience.
Q) Do I have to carry the original documents for verification on the written test date?
You may either carry the original documents or attested xerox documents. You must show the originals to IITH
Academic Section at the time of orientation/registration, which will happen at the beginning of the first semester.
It is recommended that one should get documents attested by some gazetted officer. If not possible, then
self-attested documents should be fine.
Q) I have not been selected after the admission test. Is there any waiting list?
You would be informed if you are on the waiting list. You don’t need to email us regarding whether you are on
waiting list or not.
Q) I am not able to come for the admission test on the scheduled date. Can I appear for the exam on some other
date?
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No. Admission test cannot be reconducted as we require all applicants to answer the same question paper.
Curriculum
Q) What is the per semester course work in this programme?
Typically, in each semester, we offer 2-3 courses. Students are required to attend 2 lectures per week of 3 hours
each during the weekend. Mostly, these classes are held on Saturdays from 9:00 am - 12:30 pm, and 2:00 pm -
5:30 pm. Classes can also be there from Monday - Friday from 8:30 - 10:00 am. The time slot in which a course
would be taught would be informed to students beforehand. Apart from the lectures, students are expected to put
in 10 hours of effort every week to understand the lecture material and do the assignments.
Teaching Methodology
Q) I am a working professional. Do I need to quit my job to join the programme?
This program is exclusively designed to cater to the needs of working individuals. The classes will be held over
the weekends (or other timings suitable for working professionals). So you can do this course, continuing your
job.
Q) How often do I need to visit the campus in this programme?

It depends on the courses you registered and the instructors. Typically, you need to visit the campus 1-2 times in a
semester which would be announced quite early for you to plan your visits.
Q) What should I do if I am not able to handle all the courses that are required to be done in a semester?
One is allowed to take fewer number of courses per semester. However, in the 1st - 4th semesters one is required
to pay the fees for all the courses that are offered in the semester. From 5th - 8th semester one can take the courses
that one has missed in the first four semester by paying an additional per semester registration fee. If one is
interested in doing the Capstone Project, then one needs to pay the fee for semesters in which he/she registers for
the Capstone project.
Q) How are the classes held in this programme?

We use Vidyo video conferencing system to conduct online (live) classes. As a backup, we also provide toll-free
audio bridge through which students can attend the lecture sessions.
Campus Placement
Q) After completing the MDS programme are we eligible for campus placements as regular students?
No, you are not eligible. The programme is meant for professionals who are already working in the industry.
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FAQ of MTech in Data Science Program 2

FAQ of MTech in Data Science Program

Curriculum and Syllabus

Semester Course Title Credits

Semester I Mathematical Foundations of Data 3

Semester III Elective 4 3

Semester V Capstone Project 1 12

Semester VI Capstone Project 2 12

Course Title Tentative Syllabus

process, recurrences, Markov chains

Statistical Programming Probability and statistics; Statistical measures and tests;

Analytic Databases Recommendation systems; Finding similar items using

Topics in Data Mining Basic and advanced clustering techniques; Anomaly/outlier

Applied Machine Learning Supervised vs Unsupervised Learning; Classifier Evaluation;

Text Processing and Retrieval Indexing document collections, Query-document scoring

Hardware and system security Side-channel attack on cache, security of non-volatile

Distributed Computing Termination Detection Algorithms; Reasoning with

Parallel and Concurrent Programming Introduction; Mutual Exclusion; Concurrent Objects;

About the Programme

Q) Is MDS equivalent to a regular MTech program?

Q) Does MDS belong to part-time, online or distance education category?

Q) After finishing this program do I get a degree or certificate of completion?

Q) List of hotels/lodges near IITH.

Hotel Pankaj Palace

Square Inn Lodge

CGR Majeera Hotel

Hotel Shanti Sagar

Redla Inn Hotel

Sri Sai Krishna Lodge

Q) Whom should I contact to get cabs to and fro from IITH?

Outstation or Abroad Students

Q) Is it possible for someone to go through the program if he is not staying in Hyderabad?

Q) When can I apply for admission to MDS programme?

Sorry, the application fee cannot be refunded in any case.

Q) What is the venue for the admission exam?

Q) What is the syllabus and admission process for MDS admission?

Q) Is there a final cumulative exam rank card issued?

Q) Can I get a sample admission test question paper?

Q) How often do I need to visit the campus in this programme?

Q) How are the classes held in this programme?

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