CMRCET B.Tech Lateral (CSE - Data Science) FAQs
Ques. What is the difference between B.Tech CSE (Data Science) and B.Tech CSE (AI & ML) lateral entry programs at CMRCET?
Ans. Both are lateral entry programs under the CSE department. CSE (Data Science) focuses on data analytics, big data, statistical modeling, and data visualization, while CSE (AI & ML) focuses on artificial intelligence algorithms, machine learning models, and deep learning. Both have strong placement prospects, with Data Science graduates finding roles in analytics and business intelligence, and AI & ML graduates in AI engineering and research.
Ques. Is TS ECET mandatory for lateral entry admission to B.Tech CSE (Data Science) at CMRCET?
Ans. Yes, TS ECET rank is mandatory for admission through the government counselling (Convener quota). A limited number of seats are available under the Management quota, for which you can apply directly to the college.
Ques. What is the fee structure for B.Tech Lateral Entry CSE (Data Science) at CMRCET?
Ans. The annual fee is Rs. 1.15 Lakhs per year, and since the lateral entry program is 3 years, the total fee is Rs. 3.45 Lakhs. SC/ST students get full fee reimbursement, and BC/OBC students get Rs. 35,000 per year reimbursement from the Telangana state government.
Ques. Are lateral entry students eligible for campus placements at CMRCET?
Ans. Yes, lateral entry students are eligible for campus placements from the 6th semester, on par with regular B.Tech students. The Data Science specialization is highly sought after by companies in analytics, fintech, and IT sectors.
Ques. What programming languages and tools are covered in the B.Tech CSE (Data Science) lateral entry program?
Ans. The curriculum typically covers Python, R, SQL, Hadoop, Spark, Tableau, Power BI, TensorFlow, and cloud platforms like AWS and Azure. Students also learn statistical analysis, data mining, and machine learning techniques as part of the Data Science specialization.
Ques. Can a diploma holder in a non-CSE branch (e.g., Mechanical or Civil) apply for B.Tech Lateral Entry CSE (Data Science) at CMRCET?
Ans. Yes, diploma holders from any branch of Engineering/Technology are eligible to apply for lateral entry B.Tech through TS ECET. However, students from non-CSE backgrounds may need additional effort to adapt to the programming and data science curriculum. CMRCET typically provides bridge courses to help such students.
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