Summary: Computer Science for CUET is an examination of moderate difficulty, and this article will give you a comprehensive guide on the best strategy to crack the exam.

Welcome to this guide on "How To Prepare For CUET Computer Science".

This guide is designed to help you understand the preparation process for the CUET Computer Science exam.

This guide aims to provide you with a comprehensive overview of the topics and concepts you will need to understand to pass the exam.

Additionally, this guide will provide tips and strategies to plan your study time and stay motivated during the preparation process.

By the end of this guide, you should better understand what to expect on the exam and the resources and materials available to help you prepare.

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Computer Science CUET Exam Paper Pattern

Computer Science will include two sections; Section A and Section B (B1 and B2). The total number of questions will be 85, of which 65 must be answered. The questions will be in Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) format.

Section A will have 15 questions, out of which all must be answered. The questions will be included from both Computer Science and Information Practices.

Section B1 will have a total of 35 questions entirely from Computer Science. You need to answer any 25 questions in this section.

Section B2 will also have 35 questions, of which you have to answer 25 questions. The questions will be from Information Practices.

Examination Medium	English, Hindi, Assamese, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Odia, Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi and Urdu
Total Questions asked	85
Questions needed to be answered	65
Total Marks in Computer Science	325
Marking Scheme	5 marks for each right answer -1 for each wrong answer
Question Type	MCQ
Exam time duration	45-minutes

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CUET Computer Science Syllabus

The CUET syllabus for Computer Science includes majorly what is in the NCERT 12th class. You will be clear with the syllabus if you have prepared well for your 12th class exam from the NCERT textbook.

The syllabus is divided into sections A, B1 and B2.

Section A

Subject	Topics
Exception and File Handling in Python	Exception Handling
	File Handling
Database Concepts	Introduction to database concepts
	Relational algebra
Structured Query Language	Advantages of using Structured Query Language
	Data Definition
	Data Query
	Data Manipulation
	Math functions
	Text functions
	Date Functions
	Aggregate Functions
Computer Networks	Introduction to computer networks, Evolution of networking,
	Network types
	Network devices
	Network Topologies
	The basic concept of MAC and IP Address Difference between the Internet and the web

Section B1: Computer Science

Subject	Topics
Exception and File Handling in Python	Exception Handling
	File Handling
Stack	Stack (List Implementation)
Queue	Queue (List Implementation)
	Introduction to DQueue and its implementation in Python.
Searching	Searching
Sorting	Overview of sorting techniques, Bubble Sort, Selection Sort and Insertion Sort. Dry run to identify best, worst and average cases. Implementation of sorting techniques in Python.
	Hashing
Understanding Data	Data and its purpose, collection and organization; understanding data using statistical methods:
Database Concepts	Introduction to database concepts, the difference between database and file system, relational data model
	Relational algebra
Structured Query Language	Data Definition
	Data Query
	Data Manipulation
	Math functions
	Text functions
	Date Functions
	Aggregate Functions
Computer Networks	Introduction to computer networks, Evolution of networking
	Network types
	Network devices
	Network Topologies
	The basic concept of MAC and IP Address Difference between the Internet and the web

Section B2: Information Practices

Subject	Topics
Database Query using SQL	Math functions
	Text functions
	Date Functions
	Aggregate Functions
	Operations on Relations - Union, Intersection, Minus, Cartesian Product, JOIN
Data Handling using Pandas – I	Introduction to Python libraries
	Series
	DataFrames
	Importing/Exporting Data between CSV files and DataFrames.
Data Handling using Pandas – II	Descriptive Statistics
	DataFrame operations
	Importing/Exporting Data between MySQL database and Pandas.
Plotting Data using Matplotlib	Purpose of plotting; drawing and saving t h e following types of plots using Matplotlib – line the plot, bar graph, histogram, pie chart, frequency polygon, box plot, and scatter plot.
	Customizing plots
Introduction to Computer Networks	Introduction to Networks, Types of networks: LAN, MAN, WAN
	Network Devices
	Network Topologies
	Introduction to Internet, URL, WWW, and its applications- Web, email, Chat, VoIP
	Website
	Web Browsers
Societal Impacts	Digital footprint, Etiquette for Net surfing and for communicating through social media, data protection, Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and their violation, plagiarism licensing and copyrights, Free and Open Source Software (FOSS), Cybercrime and cyber laws, hacking, phishing, cyberbullying, Overview of Indian IT Act, preventing cybercrime.
	E-waste is a hazard, and management Awareness about health concerns related to the usage of technology like its effect on eyesight, physiological issues, and ergonomic aspects
Data Communication	Concept of communication, Types of Data Communication, switching techniques Communication Media: Wired Technologies – Twisted pair cable, Co-axial cable, Ethernet Cable, Optical Fibre;
	Introduction to mobile telecommunication technologies Wireless Technologies – Bluetooth, WLAN, Infrared, Microwave
	Network Protocol: Need for Protocol, Categorization and Examples of protocol, HTTP, FTP, IP, PPP; electronic mail protocol
	Concept of Channel, Bandwidth (Hz, KHz, MHz) and Data Transfer rate (bps, Kbps, Mbps, Gbps, Tbps)
Security Aspects	Threats and Prevention
	Network Security Concepts
	Network security threats

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Preparation for CUET Computer Science

Check out the CUET preparation tips for Computer science. 

Understand the syllabus thoroughly

Preparation begins with knowing the syllabus. It is not an exhaustive syllabus, but it is neatly divided into units and subtopics, making it easier to review all the topics. To score the highest possible marks, it is essential to understand the syllabus, as it is pointless to stray too far from the given topics.

The curriculum is entirely focused on the 12th grade. All portions are equally significant, and ignoring any is not advisable.

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Understand the basics

You must know everything you learned in class 11 and class 12 to nail the basics of Computer Science. NCERT is a great guide for the basics of the subject, so getting those right is the first step.

Start learning the topics in the syllabus and keep notes

You must keep notes on crucial topics and items you must revise when studying computer science.

Adopt a sequential approach to each unit and complete anything that feels simple. After finishing the easy themes, go on to the more challenging ones. Avoid anything you believe will take a long time, and make every effort to complete as much of the syllabus as possible.

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Taking help from coaching

Computer Science is not a tough subject, yet it can be intimidating for many students. If you are experiencing trouble with this topic, you might get help from a good coaching class. You could also receive useful learning resources to help you through the process.

If you cannot attend coaching programmes, you may get online help. There is a variety of free information (mainly on YouTube) accessible online that can help you comprehend difficult ideas.

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Practice with mock tests and previous year's question papers

Study previous years' question papers to understand the questions that will be asked in the test. Review many papers to discover a pattern that will assist you in predicting the questions that may occur.

Expect the pattern to reoccur, but it's an excellent way to predict the general pattern of the question paper. Take as many practice exams as you can. Mock examinations will help you examine your strengths and weaknesses in various subjects. You could focus your efforts on your weak areas.

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Study material for CUET Computer Science

The study material for CUET Computer Science

• Computer Science Awareness, Arihant Publishing
• Class XI and XII NCERT textbook

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Conclusion

Preparing for the CUET computer science exam requires time and a systematic approach.

With a clear understanding of the syllabus, the exam pattern, and time management, you can create an effective study plan that caters to your strengths and weaknesses. 

Practising previous years' papers, mock tests, and sample papers is crucial to improve one's speed, accuracy, and problem-solving skills. 

Finally, staying motivated, focused, and calm during the exam and avoiding any last-minute stress or anxiety are important. By following these tips, you can increase your chances of acing the Computer science exam.