M.Sc. Computer Science Semester 1 Question Papers 2025 - Gurugram University (GU)

Data Communication and Computer Networks 2025 Question Paper (Paper ID: T-137013 | M.Sc. (NEP) Computer Science First Semester) covers foundational and advanced networking concepts. Section A includes short questions on data link layer protocols, public key cryptography, differences between data link, network and transport layers, components of data communication, redundancy, CRC, and CSMA/CD. Unit I covers the OSI reference model with layer functions, protocols and services, along with multiplexing, demultiplexing and transmission media types. Unit II covers carrier sense multiple access protocols (CSMA/CD vs CSMA/CA) and a comparison of circuit switching, packet switching and message switching. Unit III covers Standard Ethernet (IEEE 802.3) architecture, frame format and access control, plus IP addressing including classful and classless schemes. Unit IV covers TCP vs UDP with real-world application examples, the Domain Name System (DNS) architecture and working, and firewalls — their types and role in network security. It is particularly useful for students pursuing M.Sc. (NEP) Computer Science – First Semester at Gurugram University.

English Communication Skills 2025 Question Paper (Paper ID: T-138007 | Ability Enhancement Course AEC-1, Level-1 | PG Pool First Semester) is a common paper for M.A. (Music), M.A. (English), and M.Sc. (Neuro-Sciences) students at Gurugram University, equally relevant for M.Sc. Computer Science students taking the PG Pool AEC. It covers components of a formal letter, the difference between formal and informal letter writing, features of good article writing, key points for group discussion participation, and steps for summarizing a passage. The long-answer section covers the importance of mock interviews and the role of body language, listening skills and etiquette in group discussion performance, along with practical writing tasks — a letter to the editor on rising pollution in the NCR, or an article on rising competition among youth in academics and jobs.

Mathematics Aptitude Reasoning-I 2025 Question Paper (Paper ID: T-134006 | Multidisciplinary Course MDC | PG Pool First Semester) covers quantitative aptitude and reasoning topics common across M.Sc. programmes at Gurugram University. Unit I covers percentage, profit and loss, discount, smallest 4-digit numbers divisible by given numbers, speed-time-distance problems, and reading and interpreting bar and column graphs. Unit II covers divisibility rules, fraction problems, simple and compound interest numericals, and describing classification of data using measurement scales (nominal, ordinal, interval, ratio). Unit III covers rectangular park area and perimeter problems, comparing car travel times and speeds, and analysing school performance data across subjects and terms with column graphs. Unit IV covers clock angle calculations, letter series completion, blood relation puzzles, and directions/shortest distance problems using the Pythagoras theorem.

Behavioural and Personality Dynamics 2025 Question Paper (Paper ID: T-134009 | Multidisciplinary Course MDC | PG Pool First Semester) is common for M.Sc. Psychology and M.A. Psychology students and relevant as an MDC option for M.Sc. Computer Science students at Gurugram University. Short-answer questions cover the Nurture approach, dimensions of the Eysenck Personality Questionnaire (EPQ), the interview method, Id, Ego and Super Ego, and the difference between Classical and Operant Conditioning. Long-answer questions (bilingual Hindi-English) cover the nature vs. nurture debate in personality development, biological factors influencing personality, Carl Jung's perspective on personality, the basic components and implications of Operant Conditioning, the purpose of personality assessment with all five NEO FFI factors, and the observation method in personality assessment.

Human Values and Ethics 2025 Question Paper (Paper ID: T-139010 | Value Addition Course VAC | First Semester) is a bilingual (Hindi-English) paper for M.A./M.Sc. (B) (NEP) students at Gurugram University. Short-answer questions cover the difference between morals and ethics, the need for ethical behaviour in public relations, conflict resolution, characteristics of ethics, the difference between public and private moral relationships, and the concept of confidentiality. Long-answer questions cover the meaning, nature, characteristics and importance of human values in public and private life, the main sources of human values, the role of family, society and educational institutions in inculcating human values, and ethical challenges around ragging, suicide, violence, and peaceful protests.