BCA Syllabus

Semester I

  • COURSE CODE
    COURSE NAME
    CREDITS
  • JBCA-011

    Computer Fundamental & Office Automation:

    UNIT-I

    Introduction, Characteristics of Computers, Block diagram of computer. Types of computers and features, Mini Computers, Micro Computers, Mainframe Computers, Super Computers. Types of Programming Languages (Machine Languages, Assembly Languages, High Level Languages).
    Data Organization, Drives, Files, Directories. Types of Memory (Primary And Secondary) RAM, ROM, PROM, EPROM. Secondary Storage Devices (FD, CD, HD, Pen drive) I/O Devices (Scanners, Plotters, LCD, Plasma Display) Number Systems Introduction to Binary, Octal, Hexadecimal system Conversion, Simple Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication.

    UNIT-II

    Algorithm: Definition, Characteristics, Advantages and disadvantages, Examples Flowchart: Definition, Define symbols of flowchart, Advantages and disadvantages, Examples.

    UNIT-III

    Dos – History, Files and Directories, Internal and External Commands, Batch Files, Types of O.S. Windows Operating Environment Features of MS – Windows, Control Panel, Taskbar, Desktop, Windows Application, Icons, Windows Accessories, Notepad, Paintbrush.

    UNIT-IV

    Basic Concepts of Word Processors, Examples: MS-Word, Introduction to desktop publishing. Spreadsheets and Database packages Purpose, usage, command, MS-Excel, Creation of files in MS-Access, Switching between application, MS-PowerPoint.

    Books:

    • 1. Rajaraman, V., Fundamental of Computers, B.P.B. Publications
    • 2. Sinha, P.K., Fundamental of Computers, B.P.B. Publications
    • 3. Schwarts, Steve, Microsoft Office 2010, Pearson Publications
    04
  • JBCA-012

    C Programming:

    UNIT-I

    History, Structures of ‘C’ Programming, Function as building blocks. Language Fundamentals Character set, C Tokens, Keywords, Identifiers, Variables, Constant, Data Types, and Comments.

    from one system of units into another, Limitations of dimensional analysis, Errors in measurements, accuracy and precision, random and systematic errors, estimation of probable errors in the results of measurement (combination of errors in addition, subtraction, multiplication and powers). Significant figures and order of accuracy in respect to instruments. Vector: Scalar and vector quantities; Addition, Subtraction, Resolution of vector-Cartesian components of vector, Scalar and vector product of two vectors.

    UNIT-II

    Types of operators, Precedence and Associatively, Expression, Statement and types of statements, Build in Operators and function Console based I/O and related built in I/O function: printf(), scanf(), getch(), getchar(), putchar(); Concept of header files, Preprocessor directives: #include, #define.

    UNIT-III

    Decision making structures: If, If-else, Nested If-else, Switch; Loop Control structures: While, Do-while, for, Nested for loop; Other statements: break, continue, goto, exit, Algorithms and Flowcharts (Definitions, Symbols), Characteristics of an algorithm, efficiency Simple Examples: Algorithms and flowcharts (Real Life Examples).

    UNIT-IV

    Functions: Basic types of function, Declaration and definition, Function call, Types of function, Parameter passing, Call by value, Call by reference, Scope of variable, Storage classes, Recursion. Arrays: Definition, declaration and initialization of one dimensional array; Accessing array elements; Displaying array elements; Sorting arrays; Arrays and function; Two- Dimensional array: Declaration and Initialization, Accessing and Displaying, Memory representation of array [Row Major, Column Major]; Multidimensional array.

    Books:

    • 1. Balguruswamy, E., Programming in C, Tata Mcgraw Hill
    • 2. Ritchie, Dennis, The C programming Language, Pearson Publications
    • 3. Forouzah & Ceilber, Structured Programming Approach Using C, Thomson Learning Publication.
    04
  • JBCA-013

    Principle of Management:

    UNIT-I

    Nature of Management: Meaning, Definition, it’s nature purpose, importance & Functions, Management as Art, Science & Profession, Management as social System, Concepts of management, Administration, Organization, Management Skills, Levels of Management.

    UNIT-II

    Evolution of Management Thought: Contribution of F.W. Taylor, Henri Fayol, Elton Mayo, and Chester Barhard & Peter Drucker to the management thought. Business Ethics & Social Responsibility: Concept, Shift to Ethics, Tools of Ethics.

    UNIT-III

    Planning – Meaning, Need & Importance, types, Process of Planning, Barriers to Effective Planning, levels, Advantages & Limitations. Forecasting- Need & Techniques, Decision Making, Types, Process of rational decision making & techniques of decision making, Organizing – Elements of organizing & processes: Types of organizations, Delegation of authority – Need, difficulties Delegation – Decentralization, Staffing – Meaning & Importance, Direction – Nature, Principles Communication – Types & Importance

    UNIT-IV

    Motivation – Importance, Theories Leadership, Meaning, Styles, Qualities & Function of leader, Controlling - Need, Nature, Importance, Process & Techniques, Total Quality Management Coordination – Need ,Importance ,Management of Change: Models for Change, Force for Change, Need for Change, Alternative Change Techniques, New Trends in Organization Change, Stress Management, Strategic Management Definition, Classes of Decisions, Levels of Decision, Strategy, Role of different Strategist

    Books:

    • 1. Koontz, Horold and Weibrich, Iteinz, Essential of Management, McGraw Hills
    • 2. Aswathapa, K., Essential of Business Administration, Himalaya Publishing House
    • 3. Dr. Parasad, L. M., Principles & Practice of Management, Sultan Chand & Sons
    04
  • JBCA-014

    Business Communication:

    UNIT-I

    Meaning and Definition – Process – Functions – Objectives – Importance – Essentials of good communication – Communication barriers, 7C’s of Communication.

    UNIT-II

    Types Communication - Meaning of oral Communication, nature and scope – Principle of effective oral communication – Techniques of effective speech – Media of oral communication (Face-to-face conversation – Teleconferences – Press Conference – Demonstration – Radio Recording – Dictaphone – Meetings – Rumour – Demonstration and Dramatisation – Public address system – Grapevine – Group Discussion – Oral report – Closed circuit TV). The art of listening – Principles of good listening.

    UNIT-III

    Written Communication - Purpose of writing, Clarity in Writing, Principle of Effective writing, Writing Techniques, Electronic Writing Process. Business Letters & Reports:Need and functions of business letters – Planning & layout of business letter – Kinds of business letters – Essentials of effective correspondence, Purpose, Kind and Objective of Reports, Writing Reports. Drafting of business letters: Enquiries and replies – Placing and fulfilling orders – Complaints and follow-up Sales letters –Circular letters Application for employment and resume

    UNIT-IV

    Information Technology for Communication: Word Processor – Telex – Facsimile(Fax) – E-mail – Voice mail –Internet – Multimedia – Teleconferencing – Mobile Phone Conversation – Video Conferencing –SMS – Telephone Answering Machine – Advantages and limitations of these types. Topics Prescribed for workshop/skill lab Group Discussion, Mock Interview, Decision Making in a Group

    Books:

    • 1. Sinha, K.K., Business Communication, Galgotia Publishing Company
    • 2. Rayudu, C.S., Media and Communication Management, Himalaya Publishing House
    • 3. Pal, Rajendra and Korlhalli, J.S., Essentials of Business Communication, Sultan Chand & Sons
    04
  • JBCA-015

    Mathematics –I:

    UNIT-I

    Determinants: Definition, Minors, Cofactors, Properties of Determinants Matrices: Definition, Types of Matrices, Addition, Subtraction, Scalar Multiplication and Multiplication of Matrices, Adjoint, Inverse, Cramers Rule, Rank of Matrix Dependence of Vectors, Eigen Vectors of a Matrix, Caley-Hamilton Theorem (without proof).

    UNIT-II

    Limits & Continuity: Limit at a Point, Properties of Limit, Computation of Limits of Various Types of Functions, Continuity at a Point, Continuity Over an Interval, Intermediate Value Theorem, Type of Discontinuities.

    UNIT-III

    Differentiation: Derivative, Derivatives of Sum, Differences, Product & Quotients, Chain Rule, Derivatives of Composite Functions, Logarithmic Differentiation, Rolle’s Theorem, Mean Value Theorem, Expansion of Functions (Maclaurin’s & Taylor’s), Indeterminate Forms, L’ Hospitals Rule, Maxima & Minima, Curve Tracing, Successive Differentiation & Liebnitz Theorem. INTEGRATION: Integral as Limit of Sum, Fundamental Theorem of Calculus( without proof.), Indefinite Integrals, Methods of Integration Substitution, By Parts, Partial Fractions, Reduction Formulae for Trigonometric Functions, Gamma and Beta Functions(definition).

    UNIT-IV

    Vector Algebra: Definition of a vector in 2 and 3 Dimensions; Double and Triple Scalar and Vector Product and physical interpretation of area and volume.

    Books:

    • 1. Grewal, B.S., Elementary Engineering Mathematics, Sultan Chand & Co.
    • 2. Narayan, Shanti, Integral Calculus, Sultan Chand & Co.
    • 3. Dass, H.K., Advanced Engineering Mathematics, Sultan Chand & Co.
    04
  • JBCA-161

    Office Automation Lab:

    Based on Paper Office Automation covering all Units.
    02
  • JBCA-162

    C Programming Lab:

    Based on Paper C Programming covering all Units.
    02
  • Total Credits
     
    24