EVALUATION METHODOLOGY
The evaluation process forms an important part of the course that leads to conferring the Diploma in Advanced Computing upon the eligible students.
The evaluation is a continous process that goes on throughout the duration of the course. Normally, evaluation for each module is carried out as soon as the module ends and the results for each module are announced within fifteen days of the end of the module. The final result of the Diploma in Advanced Computing course is usually declared within 15 days of completing evaluation of the final module of the course.
The evaluation will consist of three components: a written test, a laboratory test and ongoing evaluation of lab assignments.
The weightage for each component will normally be:
| Weightage | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Theory examination – (CEE) Conducted By C-DAC ACTS | 40% |
| Laboratory examination | 40% |
| Internal marks (Lab assignments, surprise tests, viva, seminars etc. ) | 20% |
There may be variation in these ratios for the following modules:
Operating System Concepts, Software Engineering and Data Communication and Networking. A student will have to score a minimum of 40% marks in each component of the evaluation in order to successfully complete any module. A student will have to successfully complete all modules of the course to be eligible for receiving the Diploma in Advanced Computing. The question papers for the theory as well as the laboratory examinations at all the centers will be set by ACTS, Pune. The evaluation of the written and laboratory will be conducted locally by the centers according to guidelines and model answers provided by ACTS, Pune. The lab examination problems will also be provided by ACTS, Pune.
Operating System Concepts, Software Engineering and Data Communication and Networking. A student will have to score a minimum of 40% marks in each component of the evaluation in order to successfully complete any module. A student will have to successfully complete all modules of the course to be eligible for receiving the Diploma in Advanced Computing. The question papers for the theory as well as the laboratory examinations at all the centers will be set by ACTS, Pune. The evaluation of the written and laboratory will be conducted locally by the centers according to guidelines and model answers provided by ACTS, Pune. The lab examination problems will also be provided by ACTS, Pune.
The student will be awarded a grade based on his aggregate score of all modules as per the following scale:
| Grade | Percentage |
|---|---|
| A+ | 85% and above |
| A | 70-84.9 % |
| B | 60-69.9 % |
| C | 50-59.9 % |
| D | 40-49.9 % |
| F | Below 40% |
A student who is absent for a test or is unable to successfully clear any module at the first attempt may be allowed to appear for a re-examination at the discretion of the course coordinator. However, his score at the re-examination will be de-rated by 20%. Only one re-examination will be conducted.
A student has to successfully complete all the modules and clear both lab and theory exam in order to be eligible to receive the Diploma in Advanced Computing. Students unable to complete all the modules within the course duration will be awarded a certificate for the modules successfully cleared by him/her. No student will be allowed to appear for any module after completion of the course duration. Performance statements and certificates will be issued to all students by ACTS, Pune within 15 days of completing evaluation of the final module of the course.
A student has to successfully complete all the modules and clear both lab and theory exam in order to be eligible to receive the Diploma in Advanced Computing. Students unable to complete all the modules within the course duration will be awarded a certificate for the modules successfully cleared by him/her. No student will be allowed to appear for any module after completion of the course duration. Performance statements and certificates will be issued to all students by ACTS, Pune within 15 days of completing evaluation of the final module of the course.
