Indian Information Technology (IT) industry is one of the fastest-growing industries. This has created a need for skilled labour, especially in the engineering and computer science areas. However, every year millions of students are entering the job market in India, and matching the right talent with the right job profile can be a challenge for both job seekers and recruiters. More so for the IT sector where your skills take precedence over everything else.
And, to prove your skills and tell the recruiters you are job-ready, you should opt for the Computer Science module of the AMCAT exam. As this will give you a definite edge over your competitors and up your chances of getting a good job.
The AMCAT exam consists of many sections/ modules for you to choose from. However, six modules are compulsory for all irrespective of your education history. The mandatory modules are –
- English
- Quantitative Ability
- Quantitative Ability Tech
- Logical Ability
- Aspiring Minds Personality Inventory (AMPI)
- Information Gathering and Synthesis
Apart from the compulsory modules, you can choose two domain-specific modules. Before scheduling the exam, it’s better to go through the module description and the job profile associated with it. And, this will help you in making an informed decision.
Your chosen module(s) can not only directly affect the kind of interview calls you get after the AMCAT exam but increase the visibility of your job resume.
Is the AMCAT Computer Science module for you?
The AMCAT Computer Science module is recommended to B.Tech (C.S/C.E) and BCA candidates. This module is also a part of both the General AMCAT module and the Engineering AMCAT module.
In the General AMCAT module, a candidate’s entry-level computer programming skills is assessed along with how well they will be able to fit in the work environment.
As for the AMCAT Engineering Module, there are two variations of in it – the Computer Science module and Computer Programming module. The Engineering Module is usually recommended to B.Tech (C.S/C.E), BCA, B.Sc. (IT)/B.Sc. and M.Tech/M.E, MCA/PGDCA, M.Sc. and PG Diploma in Computer Science.
The computer programming module (Tech) is an advanced variant of the General AMCAT computer programming module. Meanwhile, the AMCAT computer science module is a skill assessment test. It assesses your understanding of the basics of operating systems, computer architecture, networks and database concepts.
Jobs that you can expect
Computer Science:
In this module, you will get 25 minutes to attempt 26 skill assessment questions. You will be assessed on your knowledge about operating systems, computer architecture, networks and database concepts. The syllabus is divided into three parts – Operating System and Computer Architecture, DBMA, and Computer Networks.
A good score in your AMCAT computer science module will make you eligible for the following job profiles – Software developer, Database Administrator, and Network Engineers.
Computer Programming (General):
This module consists of 25 questions that you have to solve in 35 minutes. The motive is to test your basic understanding of the concepts. The syllabus covers three sections – Basic Programming, Data Structure, and OOPs.
A high score in your AMCAT computer programming module makes you eligible for Technical support executive, Trainee, Content Developer (IT) and many such job profiles.
Computer Programming (Tech):
Similar to the general computer programming module, you will get 35 minutes to solve 25 questions. This module doesn’t include coding. However, the syllabus consists of four parts – Basic Programming, Data Structure, OOPs, and Miscellaneous.
Getting a good score in your AMCAT computer programming (Tech) will make you eligible for Computer Engineer, system s/w, testing engineer, IT recruiter, and other such job profiles.
You might also want to read “Minimum marks required in the AMCAT exam to get good jobs”.
Now that you know about the AMCAT Computer Science module, give it a shot to take your leap of success. And, in case, you still have got some questions that you need answers to, then drop them in the comments section below or check out the AMCAT Help Centre.
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