INTRODUCTION
The Master of Computer applications (MCA) course is a three-year post graduate course. The curriculum emphasizes on the technical and practical aspects of computer applications and programming languages. It is an interdisciplinary subject and is a combination of subjects like Computer Science, Electronics, Java Programming, Mathematics, Probability and Statistics.
A strong foundation is provided in programming languages, web designing languages, database-specific languages, software development and design, core computers and systems science and cloud technology services. Theoretical topics related to Information Technology (IT), Database Architecture, Programming and Data Structure, Operating Systems, Communication Networks, Statistical Computing, Network Programming and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are covered in the course curriculum. Practical lessons and laboratory sessions related to IT, UNIX and Windows, Optimisation Techniques and Networking are also included to provide a well-balanced curriculum. Subject electives like Numerical Computing, Software Project Management, Mobile Computing, Microprocessors, Advanced Database Management, Operational Research, Software Quality Management, Firewall and Security and Digital Signal Processing promote subject curiosity and interest.
The course has multiple specializations which can be selected during the final year of the MCA course. These include:
- Application Software
- Business Intelligence
- Cloud Technology
- Database Administration
- Data Mining
- Data Warehousing and Hardware Technology
- Internet Design and Applications
- Information Security
- Management Information Systems (MIS)
- Networking
- Software Maintenance and Testing
- Storage Technology
- Storage Area Networks
- Systems Management
- Systems Development
- Systems Engineering
- Software Development
- Troubleshooting
The MCA course curriculum is enhanced through additional experience and skill- improvement methods like guest lectures, webinars, on-site training, internships, seminars, dissertations, workshops, industrial visits and live projects.
ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS FOR MCA
The admission for MCA course is provided in two modes:
