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Bachelor of Computer Applications

Programme Overview

Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) is a 3-year or 4-year (honours) undergraduate degree programme that focuses on knowledge of the basics of computer application and software development. A BCA degree is considered to be at par with a BTech/BE degree in Computer Science or Information Technology. The degree helps interested students in setting up a sound academic base for an advanced career in Computer Applications. The course of BCA includes database management systems, operating systems, software engineering, web technology and programming languages. It is a highly popular course amongst students aspiring to establish a career in IT industry as Software Engineer, Web Designer and System Analyst.

Programme Outcomes

Degree holders possess knowledge of the relevant field or profession, such that they:

 

KNOWLEDGE

PO01: have acquired general understanding and insight into main theories and concepts

PO02: are aware of the latest knowledge in the relevant field

PO03: can apply the basic elements of information technology

Degree holders can apply the methods and procedures of the field or profession, such that they:

 

 

 

SKILLS

PO04: can use the relevant equipment, technology and software

PO05: can apply critical analytic methods

PO06: can rationalise their decisions

PO07: can evaluate critically the methods applied

PO08: recognise when further data is needed and have the ability to retrieve it, assess its reliability and apply it in an appropriate manner

PO09: can use reliable data and information resources in the relevant scientific field

PO10: have acquired an open-minded and innovative way of thinking

Degree holders can apply their knowledge and skills in a practical way in their profession and/or further studies, such that they:

 

 

COMPETENCE

PO11: have developed the competences and independence needed for further studies within the field

PO12: can work in an independent and organised manner, set goals for their work, devise a work schedule and follow it

PO13: can participate actively and lead work groups

PO14: are capable of interpreting and presenting scientific issues and research findings

Programme Specific Outcomes

Programme Specific Outcomes

Admission & Selection Process
Eligibility

Instructions

* Scanned copies of the class 10, 11/12 marks card should be uploaded while filling up the application.

* If class 12 marks are not available at the time of applying, then marks of any test conducted during class 11 or Pre-board, can be uploaded.

* The office of admissions will verify the scorecards.

* Applications with no scorecards or vague scanned copies will be rejected and termed as Not Eligible.

Kindly make sure your Contact Number & Email is correct and regularly used.

Fee Structure

Course1st Installment (July)2nd Installment (Oct)3rd Installment (Jan)4th Installment (Apr)Total Each Year
BCA (1st Year)318883188831888318861,27,550
BCA (2nd Year)265132651326513265111,06,050
BCA (3rd Year)265132651326513265111,06,050
BCA (4th Year)266132661326613266111,06,450

It is to be noted that though the fee is fixed for four years, there may be a periodic nominal increase to meet the rise in costs.

Curriculum Document

Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) is a 3-year or 4-year (honours) undergraduate degree programme that focuses on knowledge of the basics of computer application and software development. A BCA degree is considered to be at par with a BTech/BE degree in Computer Science or Information Technology. The degree helps interested students in setting up a sound academic base for an advanced career in Computer Applications. The course of BCA includes database management systems, operating systems, software engineering, web technology and programming languages. It is a highly popular course amongst students aspiring to establish a career in IT industry as Software Engineer, Web Designer and System Analyst.

Degree holders possess knowledge of the relevant field or profession, such that they:

 

KNOWLEDGE

PO01: have acquired general understanding and insight into main theories and concepts

PO02: are aware of the latest knowledge in the relevant field

PO03: can apply the basic elements of information technology

Degree holders can apply the methods and procedures of the field or profession, such that they:

 

 

 

SKILLS

PO04: can use the relevant equipment, technology and software

PO05: can apply critical analytic methods

PO06: can rationalise their decisions

PO07: can evaluate critically the methods applied

PO08: recognise when further data is needed and have the ability to retrieve it, assess its reliability and apply it in an appropriate manner

PO09: can use reliable data and information resources in the relevant scientific field

PO10: have acquired an open-minded and innovative way of thinking

Degree holders can apply their knowledge and skills in a practical way in their profession and/or further studies, such that they:

 

 

COMPETENCE

PO11: have developed the competences and independence needed for further studies within the field

PO12: can work in an independent and organised manner, set goals for their work, devise a work schedule and follow it

PO13: can participate actively and lead work groups

PO14: are capable of interpreting and presenting scientific issues and research findings

Programme Specific Outcomes

Instructions

* Scanned copies of the class 10, 11/12 marks card should be uploaded while filling up the application.

* If class 12 marks are not available at the time of applying, then marks of any test conducted during class 11 or Pre-board, can be uploaded.

* The office of admissions will verify the scorecards.

* Applications with no scorecards or vague scanned copies will be rejected and termed as Not Eligible.

Kindly make sure your Contact Number & Email is correct and regularly used.

Year
1st Installment (Jul)
2nd Installment (Oct)
3rd Installment (Jan)
4th Installment (Apr)
Total Each Year
1st Year
31888
31888
31888
31886
1,27,550
2nd Year
26513
26513
26513
26511
1,06,050
3rd Year
26513
26513
26513
26511
1,06,050
4th Year
26613
26613
26613
26611
1,06,450

It is to be noted that though the fee is fixed for four years, there may be a periodic nominal increase to meet the rise in costs.

INTRODUCTION

The Department offers B. Sc. (Computer Science Honours) and BCA (Bachelor in Computer Applications) in UG programme from the University of North Bengal. The B. Sc program started in the year 2010, and BCA in the year 2012. The Department provides support to other departments in terms of teaching subjects related to Computer Science and Information and Technology (IT) as elective subjects. It is also responsible for teaching the Computer Application subjects as part of the Career Oriented Program (COP). Apart from this, the Department maintains website/ ERP of the college (www.salesiancollege.in), provides in-house expertise for automation of College Managementthat include Admission, Attendance, Generation of Report Cards, Learning Management System, Online Fees Payment etc., and offers other technical support to the day to day usage of the computers in ICT enabled classes, labs and offices. It also takes care of conducting the University Practical Exams of B. Sc Computer Science and BCA, as and when the University designates our college as the exam centre. Further, since the college is also a study centre of IGNOU, faculties are involved in teaching BCA classes. Every semester the Department, being the nodal centre, manages BCA/ MCA practical exams of IGNOU that typically spans about three weeks.

There are partnership programs with based companies like Rosefinch Consultancy Services, Pvt. Ltd, Indian School of Anti-Hacking (ISOAH) for Cyber Security courses (for example, EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker), and Preen Infotech for Web Development and Computer Networking.

Annually, the Department conducts National Science Conference called TIST (Trends in Science & Technology), and Tech Fest ComPhyMathix for schools in and around Siliguri, together with other Science departments. It also conducts Cyber Security awareness programs for Schools & Colleges from time to time. It also conducts IT awareness program for village schools from time to time. It conducts annual picnic and Field Trips. It has its own Departmental magazine called DigiTrek.

Department has a history of producing top place holders in the University. Over the years, graduating students have gone on for further studies, and some have been placed in distinguished IT companies like Tata Consultancy Services, Fidelity Investment Services, Lucidious Technologies, and some are in other jobs including teaching.

VISION

Develop young men and women as technocrats, researchers and entrepreneurs in the field of Computer Science and Applications.

MISSION

* To conduct and support undergraduate programmes of quality in Computer Science and Applications by means of better teaching-learning methodologies and value-added courses.

* To provide a foundation undergraduate programme which will act as a feeder course for higher studies in the area of Computer Science and Applications.

* To build leadership skills, ethical values and teamwork among the students.

* To provide knowledge and software development skills so students become employable to IT professional and service sectors.

* To develop manpower that would provide technical and intellectual leadership to the community.

* To inculcate professional excellence by encouraging projects in industry relevant technologies and through industry interactions.

* To strengthen the collaboration of department and industry through internships, mentorships and professional body activities.

* To foster teaching, research and extension activities for the creation of new knowledge for the development of society.

* To cater to the holistic development of students, following the principles of Don Bosco Institution, so they become intellectually competent, socially sensitive, morally upright and emotionally balanced.

MR. TANAY BHADRA

Assistant Professor
Head, Computer Science & Applications

Campus: SILIGURI

Qualifications:
MCA, GATE, MTech(Pursuing), PhD (Coursework completed),CEH

Teaching Experience:
9 years

Areas of Specialization:
Artifical intelligence, Parallel computing, Software Engineering, Computer Graphics, Advanced DBMS

Papers Presented/Published:
03

Academic Responsibilities:
Head, Dept. of Computer Science and Applications 
Vice-Chairperson, Board of Studies,
Academic Counsellor, IGNOU

Email: tanay_bhadra@salesiancollege.net

MR. DHIRODATTA SUBBA

Dean of Science
Assistant Professor, Computer Science & Applications

Campus: SILIGURI

Qualifications:
M.Sc. (Mathematics), M. Tech (Computer Science & Data Processing) from IIT Kharagpur

Teaching Experience: 14 years

Papers Presented: 05

Conferences/ Seminars Organized: 09

Conferences/ Seminars attended: 04

Workshops/ Training Program organized: 15

Workshops/ Training Program attended: 13

Publications: 08

Awards and Achievements:
Appreciation by Salesian Social Communications Commission, Kolkata, for the work done as IT Coordinator of Salesian College for many years, August 2022.
Appreciation by Mahbert High School, Dagapur, Siliguri (June 2021) for the development and support of School software – Salary Management System and Admission System, since 2010.
CSIR qualified, 1991.

Email: dhiro@salesiancollege.net

MR. SUBHAJIT BOSE

Assistant Professor
Assistant Coordinator, IQAC/Programme Co-ordinator

Campus: SILIGURI

Qualifications:
MCA, M. Tech (Pursuing)

Teaching Experience:
9 years

Areas of Specialization:
Software Development, Database Management Systems, Web Development

Papers Presented/Published:
01/02

Academic Responsibilities:
Assistant Coordinator, IQAC
Assistant Professor, Department of CSA
Programme Coordinator, Dept of CSA
Member, Board of Studies
Academic Counsellor, IGNOU

Email: bosesubhajit87@salesiancollege.net

MR. ABHIJIT DEY

Lecturer
Computer Science & Applications

Campus: SILIGURI

Qualifications:
MCA

Teaching Experience:
10 years

Areas of Specialization:
Mobile Computing, Data Science

Academic Responsibilities:
Member of BOS, Paper setter, Moderator, Examiner, Academic Counsellor (IGNOU), Evaluator (IGNOU) Examiner (IGNOU).

Email: abhijitdey1973@salesiancollege.net

MR. MANOJ MAHANTA

Assistant Professor
Computer Science & Applications

Campus: SILIGURI

Qualifications:
BCA, M.Sc (Comp Sc.), Ph.D (enrolled)

Teaching Experience:
2 years

Areas of Specialization:
Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Graph Theory

Academic Responsibilities:
Paper Examiner,
Scrutiniser,
Member of BoS.

Email: manojmahanta27@salesiancollege.net

MS. PHUDEM BHUTIA

Lecturer
Computer Science & Applications

Campus: SILIGURI

Qualifications:
MCA

Teaching Experience:
1 year

Areas of Specialization:
Front End Developer, Wordpress Developer, Digital Marketing

Academic Responsibilities:
Departmental Meetings Minutes keeper

Email: bhutiaphudem1998@salesiancollege.net

MR. DEBAJYOTI CHAKRABORTY

Lecturer
IT Co-ordinator

Campus: SILIGURI

Qualifications:
MCA

Teaching Experience:
1+ years

Areas of Specialization:
Artificial Intelligence, DBMS

Papers Presented/Published:
01

Academic Responsibilities:
IT Co-ordinator
Lecturer
BoS, Member

Email: debajyotichakraborty92@salesiancollege.net