PGDCA (Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications)

🔹 Course Overview

PGDCA is a one-year postgraduate diploma course designed to provide in-depth knowledge of computer applications, programming languages, database management, networking, and software development. It is ideal for students who want to pursue a career in IT and software industries.

🔹 Eligibility Criteria

• A bachelor’s degree (any stream) from a recognized university.
• Some universities may require a minimum percentage (e.g., 50%).
• No age limit.

🔹 Course Duration

• 1 Year (2 Semesters)

🔹 Syllabus & Subjects

The syllabus may vary by university, but the core subjects include:

✅ Semester 1:
1️⃣ Fundamentals of Computers
2️⃣ Operating Systems (Windows, Linux)
3️⃣ Programming in C and C++
4️⃣ Practical & Lab Sessions

✅ Semester 2:
7️⃣ Web Technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP)
8️⃣ Java & Python Programming
9️⃣ Data Structures & Algorithms
🔟 Computer Networks & Security
1️⃣1️⃣ Cloud Computing & AI Basics
1️⃣2️⃣ Project Work

🔹 Skills You Will Learn

✔️ Programming (C, C++, Java, Python)
✔️ Web Development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP)
✔️ Database Management (SQL, MySQL)
✔️ Networking & Security
✔️ Software Development & Testing

🔹 Career Opportunities

After PGDCA, you can apply for roles like:
🔹 Software Developer
🔹 Web Developer
🔹 System Analyst
🔹 Database Administrator
🔹 IT Support Specialist
🔹 Network Administrator

🔹 Job Sectors

• IT Companies
• Banking & Finance
• Government & Private Organizations
• Education & Research
• Freelancing & Startups