There are several computer courses available at various universities in India and abroad. One of the most sought after degree courses in computers is Masters of Computer Applications (MCA). Distance Learning MCA has opened up opportunities for students and working professionals who want to upgrade their qualification and get better job placements in the Information Technology sector. Currently most universities in India and abroad offer MCA courses through distance learning for IT enthusiasts who cannot pursue a regular classroom course.
The MCA course duration is generally for a period of three years. This article provides an overview of Distance Learning MCA courses.There are several computer courses available at various universities in India and abroad.One of the most sought after degree courses in computers is Masters of Computer Applications (MCA). Distance Learning MCA has opened up opportunities for students and working professionals who want to upgrade their qualification and get better job placements in the Information Technology sector. Currently most universities in India and abroad offer MCA courses through distance learning for IT enthusiasts who cannot pursue a regular classroom course. The MCA course duration is generally for a period of three years. This article provides an overview of Distance Learning MCA courses.
Eligibility for Distance Learning MCA Course:
For admission into various institutions offering distance learning MCA courses, the eligibility criteria include a BCA degree or graduation in Science, Math, Engineering, Computing or related discipline. The eligibility requirements may also differ depending on the institute. Therefore students can check with the concerned college or university about the selection process and eligibility criteria.
Syllabus for MCA in IGNOU:
| First Semester Problem Solving and Programming Computer Organization and Assembly Language Programming Discrete Mathematics Systems Analysis and Design Communication Skills Internet Concepts and Web design (Lab Course) Lab (C and Assembly Language Programming) (Lab Course) |
Second Semester Data and File structures Operating System concepts Introduction to Database Management Systems Object Oriented Technology and Java Programming Lab (Data Structures using C, WINDOWS 2000, LINUX / UNIX, Java and MS? ACCESS, My SQL) |
| Third Semester Design and Analysis of Algorithms Object Oriented Analysis and Design Advanced Discrete Mathematics Software Engineering Accountancy and Financial Management Laboratory Course (For Object Oriented Analysis and Design, Software Engineering and Accountancy and Financial Management) |
Fourth Semester Operating Systems Data Communication and Networks Advanced Database Management Systems Mini Project UNIX and DBMS LAB |
| Fifth Semester Advanced Internet Technologies Principles of Management and Information Systems Computer Graphics and Multimedia Laboratory Course (Advanced Internet Technologies & Computer Graphics and Multimedia) Artificial Intelligence and Knowledge Management Numerical and Statistical Computing Parallel Computing |
Sixth Semester Project |
Eligibility Criteria / Entry Requirements -
- Bachelor of Computer Science / Applications / Information Science / Information Technology from a recognized / deemed university
Non-computer Science B.Tech/M.Sc./other graduates (such applicants are required to pursue CIC concurrently with MCA 1st semester)
OR - Non-Computer Science B.Tech/M.Sc/other graduates (such applicants are required to pursue CIC concurrently with MCA 1st semester)
Or - Graduate with PGDCA from a recognized / deemed university or its equivalent course of not less than one year from a State Board of Technical Education or its equivalent body established by the Central/State Government
Note:
(i) The students who haven't studied Maths at 10+2 level are required to do CS-60 in the first semester of MCA.
(ii) The students enrolling for the MCA Program who have completed the DEOACC O-level program are not required to enroll for CIC.
Medium of Instruction - English
Few Universities namely, IGNOU offer MCA for Non-Computer Science Graduates as well.
Various students from non-Computer Science-core streams (generally streams that does not have Computer Science as a paper through out the course but have Computer Science as a paper during a Semester / Year. Courses such as Arts (B.Com/B.A) with Computer Science come under this category) can get admission for IGNOU MCA Program. Following are some details on IGNOU MCA Course admission:
- Students with Maths at 10+2 Level and having done Bachelor in Computer Science/Applications/Information Sciences/Information Technology/PGDCA from a recognized/deemed University can take MCA 1st Semester directly.
- Students with out Maths at 10+2 Level and having done Bachelor in Computer Science/Applications/Information Sciences/Information Technology/PGDCA from a recognized/deemed University should take CS60 along with MCA 1st Semester.
- Students with Maths at 10+2 Level and having done other Graduation courses/B.Tech/M.Sc. in Non-Computers stream (including but not limited to B.Com with Computer Science) should take CIC along with MCA 1st Semester (Students are required to do CIC concurrently with MCA first semester and should successfully complete it before registering for the 5th semester of MCA)
- Students with out Maths at 10+2 Level and having done other Graduation courses/B.Tech/M.Sc. in Non-Computers stream (including but not limited to B.Com with Computer Science) should take CIC, CS60 along with MCA 1st Semester (Students are required to do CIC concurrently with MCA first semester and should successfully complete it before registering for the 5th semester of MCA).
AICTE Recognition
The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) wide its letter F No. AICTE/Academic/MOU-DEC/2005 dated May 13, 2005 has specified that the Master of Computer Applications (MCA) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) are recognized by AICTE.
Disclaimer: Information about the courses provided here is collected from various sources and should not be treated as comprehensive. The institutes could be offering other course than those mentioned here. Students are advised to check with the institution for the latest information in regard to the course.
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