Academic Session 2025-26

ODD Semester Jul-Dec 2025

INSTITUTE - UIE
Department of Engineering Foundations
Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Science & Engineering)
Subject Name: Logical Thinking & Problem Solving
Code:25CSH-107

Unit No. 1 Chapter No. 1 Lecture No.3

Topic : Hands on session on Flowcharts

Faculty Name-Dr. Sheenam

E_Code - E6717

Designation-Assistant Professor
 Logical Thinking
& Problem Solving

Course Objectives
The course aims to provide a strong foundation
in problem-solving using the C programming
language.
It enhances students' programming skills by
developing logical thinking and algorithmic
problem-solving abilities
By mastering C programming concepts, students
will be able to design and implement efficient
solutions for real-world problems
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 Course Outcomes
CO No Statement

To remember the concepts related to

CO1 fundamentals of C language, Algorithm/
pseudocode, Flowcharts and Problem solving
To understand the way of execution and debug
CO2
programs in C language.

To apply various constructs, loops, functions to

CO3
solve mathematical and scientific problem.

To analyse the dynamic behaviour of memory

CO4
by the use of pointers.
To design and develop modular programs for
CO5 real world problems using control structure and
selection structure.

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 Scheme of Evaluation
Frequency of Final Weightage
Direct Evaluation Weightage of actual
S. No. Assessment tool in Internal
Instruments conduct Task Assessment
Unit-1 Practical 15 Marks Code-Blocks & Dev
1
Evaluation C
15 Marks Hacker Rank
2 Unit-2 Practical
Evaluation
Unit-3 Practical 15 Marks Code Fix problems 3
Evaluation / Mini
3 Project
45

Lab MST 15 Marks for one Online GDB 1 per semester

4 MST compiler 15
External Exam 40 Marks Hacker Rank 1 per semester
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40
6 Attendance NA NA NA NA

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 • Space for visual (size 24)

CONTENTS

• Introduction to Flowcharts
• Symbols used in flowcharts
• Example Flowcharts

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Uses of Flowchart:
•Planning a new project.
•Documenting a process.
•Modeling a business process.
•Managing workflow.
•Auditing a process.
•Mapping computer algorithms.
•Data management.
•Chemical and process engineering.

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FLOWCHART
• A flow chart is a graphical or symbolic
representation of a process. Each step in the
process is represented by a different symbol and
contains a short description of the process step.
• It uses several geometrical figures to represent
the operations, and arrows to show the direction
of flow.
• The flow chart symbols are linked together with
arrows showing the process flow direction.

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Flowcharts
Symbols:

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IDEA OF FLOWCHART
Oval shaped symbol is used to denote the start/end
of program

This symbol is used to show the I/O performed

This symbol is used to show the process

This symbol represents the point where decision is

made

This symbol is used to show the I/O performed

Oval shaped symbol is used to denote the start/end

of program
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 EXAMPLES OF FLOWCHART AND
ALGORITHMS
Example: Add 10 and 20
• Start
• Initialize sum = 0 (PROCESS)
• Enter the numbers (I/O)
• Add them and store the result in sum (PROCESS)
• Print sum (I/O)
• Stop

Figure 1.9 flowchart for addition of

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two numbers
 EXAMPLE: CALCULATE INTEREST OF
BANK DEPOSIT
Algorithm:
• Step 1: Start
• Step 2: Read amount,
• Step 3: Read years,
• Step 4: Read rate,
• Step 5: Calculate the interest with formula
Interest=Amount*Years*Rate/100
• Step 6: Print interest
• Step 7: Stop

Figure 1.10 flowchart to calculate 12

interest rate
DETERMINE WHETHER THE NUMBER
IS EVEN OR ODD
Algorithm:
• Step 1: Start
• Step 2: Read number N,
• Step 3: Set remainder as N
modulo 2,
• Step 4: If remainder is equal to
0 then number N is even, else
number N is odd.
• Step 5: Print output.
• Step 6: End

Figure 1.11 flowchart for 13

even/odd
 DETERMINE WHETHER
TEMPERATURE IS ABOVE OR BELOW
FREEZING POINT
Algorithm:
• Step 1: Start
• Step 2: Input temperature,
• Step 3: If it is less than 32,
then print "below freezing point",
otherwise print "above freezing
point“
• Step 4: End

Figure 1.12 flowchart to determine

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 DETERMINE WHETHER STUDENT
PASSED THE EXAM OR NOT
Algorithm:
• Step 1: Start
• Step 2: Input grades of 4 courses M1,
M2, M3 and M4,
• Step 3: Calculate the average grade
with formula
Grade=(M1+M2+M3+M4)/4
• Step 4: If the average grade is less
than 60, print "FAIL", else print "PASS".
• Step 5: End

Figure 1.13 flowchart to print pass/fail 15

 Print Hello World 10 times
• Start
• Initialize count = 0 (PROCESS)
• Print Hello World (I/O)
• Increment count by 1 (PROCESS)
• Is count < 10 (DECISION)
• if YES go to step 2
else Stop
• Stop

Figure 1.14 flowchart to print hello 10 16

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 Key Differences Between Algorithm
and Flowchart
• An algorithm involves a combination of sequential steps to interpret the logic of
the solution. In contrast, a flowchart is the pictorial illustration of the algorithm.
• A flow chart is more understandable as compared to the algorithm.
• The algorithm is written in a language that can be perceived by humans. On the
other hand, the flowchart is made up using different shapes and symbols.
• There are no stringent rules are implemented in the algorithms while the
flowchart is abode by predefined rules.
• Errors and bugs are easily detected in the algorithm as compared to the flow
charts.
• Flow charts are simple to create. On the contrary, the construction of the
algorithm is complex.
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 ADVANTAGES OF FLOWCHART
• It is a convenient method of communication.
• It indicates very clearly just what is being done, where a program has logical complexities.
• A key to correct programming.
• It is an important tool for planning and designing a new system.
• It clearly indicates the role-played at each level.
• It saves the inconveniences in future and serves the purpose of documentation for a
system.
• It provides an overview of the system and also demonstrates the relationship between
various steps.
• Facilitates troubleshooting.
• It promotes logical accuracy.
• It makes sure that no logical path is left incomplete without any action being taken.

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 DISADVANTAGES
• The flowchart is a waste of time and slows down the process of software development.
• The flowchart is quite costly to produce and difficult to use and manage.
• Flowcharts are not meant for man to computer communication.
• Sometimes the Complex logic of the program logic is quite complicated to draw out on by
using different defined shapes. In that case, flowchart becomes complex and clumsy. This
will become a pain for the user, resulting in a waste of time and money trying to correct the
problem
• If you need to modify or alternate the process then it will be very hard to do in the
flowchart. Because either you will have to erase the end of the flowchart or start.

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Summary

In this lecture we have In this lecture we have learnt

discussed about need and use how to design flowchart , how
of flowcharts to use specific symbol .

We have also discussed some

advantages , disadvantages
and applications of Flowcharts

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 Frequently Asked question
Q1: What is a sub-process in a flowchart?
Answer: Sometimes complex processes are broken down into smaller sub-processes for
clarity. So a flowchart can point to a different sub process within its flow. The predefined
process symbol is used to show such sub-processes.
Q2: How are flowcharts used in computer programming?
Answer: A computer program consists many processes and flows. Flowcharts are used to
visualize the processes and make it understandable for nontechnical people. They are also
used to visualize algorithms and comprehend pseudo code which is used in programming.
Q3: Which online tools can I use to create flowcharts?
Answer: There are numerous tools which you can find easily. Some of them are: Raptor,
Visual Paradigm, Gliffy, and Creately

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Q4: Draw the flowchart to
represent the sum of two
numbers.

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Q5 Draw the flowchart to calculate profit and Loss.
Answer: Flowchart –Calculate Profit and Loss
The flowchart example below shows how profit and loss can be calculated.

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 Assessment Questions:
1. The symbol denotes ______
a) I/O
b) Flow
c) Terminal
d) Decision

2. The box denotes?

a) Decision
b) Initiation
c) Initialization
d) I/O

3. Design a flowchart to check leap year

4. Design a flowchart to find sum of n natural numbers

5. Design a flowchart of Quadratic equation

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Discussion forum.
Students please have a look at this Medical Service Flowchart and try to
improve it.

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 REFERENCES
Reference Books:
[1] Programming in C by Reema Thareja.
[2] Programming in ANSI C by E. Balaguruswamy, Tata McGraw
Hill.
[3] Programming with C (Schaum's Outline Series) by Byron
Gottfried Jitender Chhabra, Tata McGraw Hill.
[4] The C Programming Language by Brian W. Kernighan, Dennis
Ritchie, Pearson education.
Websites:
https://medium.com/@warren2lynch/a-comprehensive-guide-for-flowc
hart-over-50-examples-785d6dfdc380
https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/an-introduction-to-flowcharts/
https://www.programiz.com/article/flowchart-programming
YouTube Links:
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Introduction to Creating Flowcharts: https://youtu.be/SWRDqTx8d4k
Class-wise feedback

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THANK YOU