BCA

Programme Overview

The Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) program, pioneered by the Don Bosco community, serves as a gateway to quality professional education in computing for rural youth. Established in 1998 as BICS InfoTech, it swiftly evolved into a reputable institution offering one-year and three-year academic programs in computer training and software development. Partnering with esteemed organizations like CDAC-Pune and IGNOU, BICS InfoTech provided diploma and degree programs to aspiring students.
Central to the training at BICS InfoTech was the sharpening of students' English communication skills, resulting in a remarkable 100% job placement rate within three months. In addition to pursuing BCA Degree from IGNOU, students were exposed to a rigorous PGDIT program, ensuring a holistic education in information technology. Over the years, BICS InfoTech's success led to its transformation into Don Bosco College in 2012, catering to the burgeoning demand for the BCA program, particularly from economically disadvantaged rural areas. The college's expansion to accommodate more students reflects its commitment to empowering youth with essential skills for the digital age.
With a track record of consistently achieving pass percentages of 95% and above, BCA students at Don Bosco College showcase exceptional dedication and excellence, excelling not only academically but also in extracurricular endeavours.
The BCA program offers a comprehensive curriculum spanning three years and six semesters, covering essential topics such as database management, networking, and core programming languages like 'C', 'C++', and 'Java'. By providing practical training and internships, the program equips students with real-world skills sought after by employers.
Furthermore, BCA graduates have the opportunity to pursue advanced studies in fields like MCA, M.Sc. (IT), M.Sc. (Computer Science), and MBA, thereby expanding their career prospects and specialization options. In essence, the BCA program at Don Bosco College offers a pathway to success in the dynamic and rapidly evolving field of information technology, ensuring graduates remain in high demand across various industries.

Program Outcomes (PO)

• PO1: Problem Solution: Ability to use appropriate knowledge and skills to identify, formulate, analyze, and solve problems to reach substantiated conclusions
• PO2: Individual and teamwork: Ability to work effectively as a member and leader in teams, preferably in a multi-disciplinary setting.
• PO3: Communication skills: Ability to communicate within the profession and with society at large. Such abilities include reading, writing, speaking, listening, the ability to comprehend and write effective reports and documents.
• PO4: Professionalism: Understanding of the roles and responsibilities as professionals in society, especially the primary role of protection of the public and the public interest.
• PO5: Ethics and equity: Ability to apply professional ethics, accountability, and equity.

Program Specific Outcomes (PSO)

• PSO1 – Life-long learning: Ability to identify and to address one’s educational needs in the changing world in ways sufficient to maintain one’s competence and to allow him/her to contribute to the advancement of selected domains.
• PSO2 – Knowledge of Computer systems: Apply the knowledge of computational concepts to real world problems and develop applications for various requirements
• PSO3 – Application of professional skills: Exhibit professional skills required to work in a team
• PSO4 – Programming: Conduct investigations of complex problems and find solutions through research methods
• PSO5 – Software Engineering: Handle research projects through systematic planning, designing and implementation
• PSO6 – Design, develop, implement and test a software product by applying the knowledge of project management
• PSO7 – Pursue a career in networking, security, data analytics, block chain, Internet of Things etc.

Syllabus

• Regulation 2017
• Regulation 2020
• Regulation 2022
• Regulation 2023
• Regulation 2023-2024(Including Naan Mudhalvan)