Laboratories

LABORATORIES

🖥 Laboratories

Department of Computer Science & Engineering

Horizon College of Engineering

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1. Computer Programming Lab

• Objective: To provide hands-on experience in programming using various languages (C, C++, Python, Java).
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Writing and debugging programs.
  • Implementing algorithms and data structures.
  • Basic understanding of syntax, control structures, and functions.
• Software/Tools:
  • C, C++, Python, Java IDEs (e.g., Code::Blocks, Eclipse, PyCharm).

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2. Database Management System (DBMS) Lab

• Objective: To provide practical knowledge of database design, SQL queries, and database management.
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Designing relational databases.
  • Writing SQL queries for data manipulation.
  • Understanding normalization and schema design.
• Software/Tools:
  • MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle DBMS.

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3. Data Structures Lab

• Objective: To provide hands-on experience with various data structures like arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, and graphs.
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Implementing and manipulating data structures.
  • Solving real-life problems using appropriate data structures.
  • Algorithm implementation for sorting and searching.
• Software/Tools:
  • C, C++, Java (for implementing data structures).

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4. Operating Systems Lab

• Objective: To understand the inner workings of an operating system by working with concepts like process management, memory management, and file systems.
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Process scheduling algorithms.
  • Memory allocation techniques.
  • Implementing system calls and basic OS functions.
• Software/Tools:
  • Linux/Unix OS, C, Shell scripting.

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5. Computer Networks Lab

• Objective: To study and simulate various networking protocols and to understand data transmission.
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Implementing and analyzing networking protocols like TCP/IP, UDP, and HTTP.
  • Understanding data flow and packet switching.
  • Configuring network devices and using tools like Wireshark.
• Software/Tools:
  • Cisco Packet Tracer, Wireshark, NS2/NS3 simulators.

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6. Software Engineering Lab

• Objective: To implement software engineering practices such as design patterns, software testing, and lifecycle management.
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Developing software applications using industry practices.
  • Working with version control systems.
  • Software documentation, testing, and debugging.
• Software/Tools:
  • Git, Jira, Selenium, UML tools (e.g., Lucidchart, StarUML).

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7. Artificial Intelligence Lab

• Objective: To implement and experiment with AI algorithms and techniques for problem-solving and decision-making.
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Implementing search algorithms (A*, DFS, BFS).
  • Developing expert systems, machine learning models.
  • Working with neural networks and AI optimization techniques.
• Software/Tools:
  • Python (with libraries like TensorFlow, Keras, Scikit-learn).

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8. Web Technologies Lab

• Objective: To provide hands-on experience in creating dynamic websites using front-end and back-end technologies.
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Developing websites with HTML, CSS, JavaScript.
  • Server-side scripting using PHP, Node.js.
  • Database integration for dynamic content.
• Software/Tools:
  • Visual Studio Code, XAMPP, Apache, MySQL.

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9. Machine Learning Lab

• Objective: To implement machine learning algorithms and frameworks for solving real-world problems.
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Working with supervised and unsupervised learning techniques.
  • Implementing regression, classification, and clustering algorithms.
  • Hands-on experience with libraries like TensorFlow and PyTorch.
• Software/Tools:
  • Python (Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, Keras, PyTorch).

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10. Cloud Computing Lab

• Objective: To provide students with hands-on experience in cloud services and architecture.
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Setting up and configuring cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, Google Cloud.
  • Developing cloud-based applications.
  • Working with containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Software/Tools:
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Docker, Kubernetes.

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11. Cybersecurity Lab

• Objective: To understand the fundamentals of cybersecurity and ethical hacking techniques.
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Implementing encryption algorithms and network security protocols.
  • Performing vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
  • Understanding ethical hacking practices and risk analysis.
• Software/Tools:
  • Kali Linux, Metasploit, Wireshark, Burp Suite.

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12. Mobile Computing Lab

• Objective: To gain practical experience in developing mobile applications for Android and iOS platforms.
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Designing and implementing mobile apps.
  • Understanding mobile networking and storage concepts.
  • Working with mobile development frameworks like Android Studio.
• Software/Tools:
  • Android Studio, Xcode, Firebase.

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13. IoT (Internet of Things) Lab

• Objective: To provide hands-on experience in creating IoT applications and systems using sensors, actuators, and microcontrollers.
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Developing IoT-based applications using Raspberry Pi and Arduino.
  • Implementing communication protocols for IoT.
  • Data collection and cloud integration in IoT systems.
• Software/Tools:
  • Arduino IDE, Raspberry Pi, Node-RED, MQTT, Blynk.