DIPLOMA IN COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
COURSE BROCHURE
2025-26
INTRODUCTION
The Diploma in Computer Applications (DCA) Programme through online
mode is a 3-year undergraduate degree programme that focuses on knowl-
edge of the basics of computer application and software development. A DCA
degree is considered to be at par with a B. Tech / BE degree in Computer Sci-
ence or Information Technology.
The degree helps interested students in setting up a sound academic base for
an advanced career in Computer Applications. Its aim and scope is very
focused in its approach to preparing a student for higher education as well as
for competitive exams. It also provides a sound platform to the students with
the requisite background to proceed with confidence for higher studies in the
form of MCA, M.Sc. (IT) etc. Increasing numbers of students have become
interested in DCA program, due to availability of jobs in government sector
(through competitive exams) and making careers in higher education.
MISSION:
• To cater and ensure excellent theoretical and practical training through
teaching, counseling, and mentoring with a view to achieve pro-
fessional and academic excellence.
• To connect with industry and incorporating knowledge for research
enhancement.
• To generate, disseminate and preserve knowledge for the benefit and
betterment of society.
OBJECTIVES:
• To educate and train individuals to be well prepared for higher education.
• To be able to engage independent and life-long learning.
• To develop professionally that ensures existence in the competitive world.
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INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN
The program is divided into six semesters and minimum credit requirement is
120 to get DCA through OL mode from Mangalayatan University. Minimum
time period for acquiring DCA will be one year and maximum time (extended)
period is two years.
SEMESTER - I
S.No. Course Code Course Credit Internal External Subject Total
Theory MAX MAX
1 CSB-1111 Management Info. System 4 30 70 100
2 CSB-1112 Problem solving through 2 30 70 100
‘C’
3 CSB-1113 Mathematics-I 4 30 70 100
4 CSB-1114 Financial Accounting 4 30 70 100
5 ENB-1101 English Communication 2 30 70 100
6 CSB-1101 Computer Fundamental 2 30 70 100
& Office Automation
7 CSB-1151 Problem solving through 2 30 70 100
‘C’ Lab
TOTAL 20 210 490 700
SEMESTER - II
S.No. Course Code Course Credit Internal External Subject Total
Theory MAX MAX
1 CSB-1211 System Analysis & Design 4 30 70 100
2 CSB-1212 C++ & Data Structure 4 30 70 100
3 CSB-1213 Ordinary Differential 4 30 70 100
Equations
4 CSB-1214 Fundamentals of Electronics 4 30 70 100
5 ENB-1201 Creative Writing 2 30 70 100
6 SEC-1201 Reasoning 2 30 70 100
7 CSB-1251 C++ & Data Structure Lab 2 30 70 100
TOTAL 22 210 490 700
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SYLLABI AND COURSE MATERIALS
Syllabi, PPR and self-learning materials are developed mostly by experienced
faculty members of Mangalayatan University in consultation with contents
experts and the same will be forwarded to CIQA and Board of Studies/Aca-
demic Council/ Executive Council for further suggestions and approval.
STUDY MATERIAL
The study material in digital format (e – content) of the programme shall be
supplied to the students unit - wise for every course.
VIDEO LECTURES
The Video lectures as prescribed by the UGC Regulation shall be made avail-
able on the LMS portal of the University.
ONLINE COUNSELLING SESSIONS
The online counselling sessions shall be scheduled beforehand by the Subject
Coordinator and informed to the learners.
There shall be 6 online counselling sessions / contact classes of 1 hours each
for a 4 credit course, held on Saturdays and Sundays. In case of 2 credits
course there shall be 4 sessions of 1 hours each and in case of 6 credits
course there shall be 8 sessions of 1 hours each.
MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION
Medium of Course Instruction: English
Medium of Examination: English
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STUDENT SUPPORT SYSTEMS
The university will appoint programme coordinators, course coordinator and
course mentors to facilitate the learners in their learning.
Finally, The university has made appropriate arrangements for various support
services including online counselling and resource-oriented-services, evalua-
tion methods for both on and off line modes for easy and smooth services to
the students’ through online mode.
PROCEDURE FOR ADMISSIONS,
CURRICULUM, TRANSACTION AND
EVALUATION
FEE STRUCTURE
Name of the Program Degree Duration One Time Semester Exam Fee Full Year Total
Reg. Fee Fee Per Semester Fee Fees
Diploma in Computer UG 1 Years 1000 10000 1500 24000 70000
Applications (DCA)
Total 70000
ACTIVITY SCHEDULE
Tentative months schedule (specify months) during year
S.NO. Name of the Activity From(Month) To (Month) From(Month) To (Month)
1 Admission Jul Sep Jan Mar
2 Assignment submission (if any) Sep Oct Mar Apr
3 Evaluation of Assignment Oct Nov Apr May
4 Examination Dec Dec Jun Jun
5 Declaration of Result Jan Jan Jul Jul
6 Re-registration Jul Jul Jan Jan
7 Distribution of SLM Jul Sep Jan Mar
8 Contact Programmes Sep Nov Mar May
(counselling, Practicals.etc.)
* These dates are tentative. Final dates will be informed well in advance on your LMS.
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CREDIT SYSTEM
Duration of the Credits Name of the Level of the Programme
Programme Programme
1 yr to 2 yrs 120 DCA Diploma
WHY ONLINE EDUCATION?
• Comfortable and Flexible.
• Convenience of attending classes from home.
• Cost Effective.
• Time saving.
• No commuting.
• Monetary benefits- No textbooks required.
• Repeated access to the same lecture.
• Study anytime, anywhere.
• Write proctored exam from home
ADMISSION PROCESS
• Register with Mangalayatan Online Programs
• Pay Registration fees through our available
payment gateways
• Upload relevant documents and mark sheets
• Get provisional admission
• Pay semester fees
• Get admission confirmation from University
• Roll number allotted to every student
• LMS id and password creation.
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