This document outlines a syllabus for a course on Big Data Analytics, detailing course outcomes and the foundational concepts of big data, including its definitions, characteristics (5Vs: volume, velocity, variety, veracity, value), and the challenges associated with it. It discusses various data types (structured, unstructured, semi-structured) and the tools and technologies used in managing big data, such as Hadoop and NoSQL databases. The document also highlights job opportunities in the field and scalability options for handling large datasets.