Bachelor of Computer Application BCA

Digitisation has entered into each and every aspect of our lives. Hence, the growing demand for software designing and development professionals can hardly be over-stated. The Bachelor of Computer Application BCA course introduces UG students to the vast field of Computer Science and Information Technology.

Program Overview

Bachelor of Computer Application is a course which is nearly equivalent with B.Tech/B.E in Computer Science or Information technology. BCA students gain Knowledge about applications of computer in real world. The course of study covers a variety of topics in the computer programming and designing fields, and can prepare people for a wide variety of computer science related professions. BCA students have a vital role not only in IT field, also in Management area.

With the growing importance of usability in applications in the IT industry, the profiles of Graphic Designers, UI/UX Designers are becoming more important and these resources are at the center of any product or software project. Candidates who are very creative and have good aesthetics sense are always in demand and BCA opens up that opportunity for them.

Objectives

To introduce students to the basic fundamentals of computer science and
acquaint them with the latest trends in the fast changing IT industry.
To develop competent, innovative IT professionals who fulfill latest industry benchmarks.
To develop sound knowledge among students in theory, programming,
communication, team work, organization and management skills.
To inculcate in students, IT based entrepreneurial skills.

Course Fee & Duration

The duration of course will be 3 years full time

Fee Structure

Semester	Amount (Rs.)
Semester	Amount (Rs.)
Semester I	40000
Semester II	40000
Semester III	40000
Semester IV	40000
Semester V	40000
Semester VI	40000
Total	240000

One Time Payment

Fees Details	Amount
Development Fees	20000
Admission Fees	10000
Interest free Security Deposit (Refundable)	10000
Library fees	5000
Total	45000
Fees payable at the time of Admission (Which includes first semester fees)	85000
Total Course Fees for 3 Yrs (Semester fees + 1 time payment)	285000

Students will be provided with 2 shirts, 2 trouser, 1 business suit, 1 tie, 1 Bag. Students will also be able to access all facilities available at the campus. All University charges like Registration Fee, Development Fee, and Exam Fee etc. have to be paid by the student, separately to the University.

Eligibility

Students seeking admission to BCA course should have English, Mathematics / Statistics / Business Mathematics/ Computer application at the 10+2 level.

Course Module

First Semester

Digital Electronics (Paper Code BCA-101)
Business Systems and Applications (Paper Code BCA-102)
Introduction to Programming (Paper Code BCA-103)
Mathematics (Paper Code BM-101)
PC Software (Paper Code BCA-104)
PC Software Lab (Paper Code BCA-194)
Programming Lab (C/ Pascal) (Paper Code BCA-193)

Second Semester

Computer Architecture and Systems Software (Paper Code BCA-201)
Information Systems Analysis & Design (Paper Code BCA-202)
Computer Programming (Paper Code BCA-203)
Mathematics (Paper Code BM-201)
English Language and Communication (Paper Code HU-201)
Programming Lab (Visual Basic) (Paper Code BCA-293)
Business Presentation and Language Lab (Paper Code HU-291)

Third Semester

Operating Systems (Paper Code BCA-301)
Data Structures with C (Paper Code BCA-302)
Graphics & Internet (Paper Code BCA-303)
Mathematics for Computing (Paper Code BM-301)
Management & Accounting (Paper Code BBA-301)
Internet & Computer Graphics Lab (Visual Basic) (Paper Code BCA-393)
Programming Lab (Data Structure with C) (Paper Code BCA-392)

Fourth Semester

Data Base Management System (Paper Code BCA-401)
Object-Oriented Programming with C++ (Paper Code BCA-402)
Software Project Management and Quality Assurance (Paper Code BCA-403)
Statistics, Numerical Methods & Algorithms (Paper Code BM-401)
Environment and Ecology (Paper Code HU-401)
Database Lab (Oracle) (Paper Code BCA-491)
Computing Lab (Paper Code BM-491)

Fifth Semester

Data Communication & Computer Networks (Paper Code BCA-501)
Unix and Shell Programming (Paper Code BCA-502)
Windows Programming (Paper Code BCA-503)
Elective 1 (Paper Code BCA-E501/A/B/C)
Values and Ethics of Profession (Paper Code HU-501)
Unix & Networking (Paper Code BCA-591)
Minor Project (Paper Code BCA-592)
Industrial Training (Paper Code BCA-593)

Sixth Semester

Elective 2 (Paper Code BCA-E601/A/B/C)
Elective 3 (Paper Code BCA-E602/A/B/C)
Major project (Paper Code BCA-693)
Seminar (Paper Code BCA-694)
Comprehensive Viva-Voce (Paper Code BCA-695)

The Syllabus/Course Module are as per West Bengal University of Technology Curriculum

Medium of Instruction

Medium of instruction shall be in English only.

Career Opportunities

Opportunities for well trained and qualified computer science professionals are endless. Recruiters include the IT Sector, Software, and Hardware Industries, Network Management companies, Web Designing companies, Digital Media production houses among others.

Job fields and employment areas for BCA students:

Software_development