MASTER OF COMPUTER APPLICATION (Two Year Course) MCA

FIRST YEAR SYLLABUS

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MCA (MASTER OF COMPUTER APPLICATION)

FIRST YEAR SYLLABUS
SEMESTER-I
RMCA101: FUNDAMENTAL OF COMPUTERS & EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
Course Outcome (CO) Bloom’s Knowledge Level (KL)
At the end of course , the student will be
able to
Demonstrate the knowledge of the basic structure, components,
CO features K1,
1 and K2
generations of computers.
Describe the concept of computer languages, language translators and
CO construct K2,
2 algorithms to solve problems using programming concepts. K3
Compare and contrast features, functioning & types of operating
CO system and computer networks. K4
3
Demonstrate architecture, functioning & services of the Internet and
CO basics of K2
4 multimedia.
Illustrate the emerging trends and technologies in the field of
CO Information K1,
5 Technology. K2
DETAILED 3-0-0
SYLLABUS
Unit Topi Proposed
c Lecture
I Introduction to Computer: Definition, Computer Hardware &
Computer Software
Components: Hardware – Introduction, Input devices, Output
devices, Central Processing Unit, Memory- Primary and Secondary.
Software - Introduction, Types
– System and Application.
Computer Languages: Introduction, Concept of Compiler, 08
Interpreter & Assembler
Problem solving concept: Algorithms – Introduction, Definition,
Characteristics,
Limitations, Conditions in pseudo-code, Loops in pseudo code.
II Operating system: Definition, Functions, Types, Classification,
Elements of command based and GUI based operating system. 08
Computer Network: Overview, Types (LAN, WAN and MAN), Data
communication, topologies.
III Internet : Overview, Architecture, Functioning, Basic services like
WWW, FTP, Telnet, Gopher etc., Search engines, E-mail, Web
08
Browsers.
Internet of Things (IoT): Definition, Sensors, their types and
features, Smart Cities, Industrial Internet of Things.
IV Block chain: Introduction, overview, features, limitations and
application areas fundamentals of Block Chain.
Crypto currencies: Introduction , Applications and use cases 08
Cloud Computing: It nature and benefits, AWS, Google,
Microsoft & IBM
Services

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V Emerging Technologies: Introduction, overview, features, limitations

and application areas of Augmented Reality , Virtual Reality, Grid 08
computing, Green computing, Big data analytics, Quantum Computing
and Brain Computer
Interface
Suggested Readings:
1. Rajaraman V., “Fundamentals of Computers”, Prentice-Hall of India.
2. Norton P., “Introduction to Computers”, McGraw Hill Education.
3. Goel A., “Computer Fundamentals”, Pearson.
4. Balagurusamy E., “ Fundamentals of Computers”, McGraw Hill
5. Thareja R., “Fundamentals of Computers”, Oxford University Press.
6. Bindra J., “The Tech Whisperer- on Digital Transformation and the Technologies that Enable it
”, Penguin

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RMCA102 :PROBLEM SOLVING USING C

Course Outcome ( CO) Bloom’s Knowledge Level (KL)
At the end of course , the student will be able to
Describe the functional components and fundamental concepts of a
CO 1 K1, K2
digital computer system including number systems.
CO 2 Construct flowchart and write algorithms for solving basic problems. K2, K3
Write ‘C’ programs that incorporate use of variables, operators and
CO 3 K2, K3
expressions along with data types.
Write simple programs using the basic elements like control statements,
CO 4 K2, K3
functions, arrays and strings.
Write advanced programs using the concepts of pointers, structures,
CO 5 K2, K3
unions and enumerated data types.
Apply pre-processor directives and basic file handling and graphics
CO 6 K2, K3
operations in advanced programming.
DETAILED SYLLABUS 3-1-0
Unit Topic Proposed
Lecture
I Basics of programming: Approaches to problem solving, Use of high level 08
programming language for systematic development of programs, Concept of
algorithm and flowchart, Concept and role of structured programming.
Basics of C: History of C, Salient features of C, Structure of C Program,
Compiling C Program, Link and Run C Program, Character set, Tokens,
Keywords, Identifiers, Constants, Variables, Instructions, Data types,
Standard Input/Output, Operators and expressions.

II Conditional Program Execution: if, if-else, and nested if-else statements, 08

Switch statements, Restrictions on switch values, Use of break and default
with switch, Comparison of switch and if-else.
Loops and Iteration: for, while and do-while loops, Multiple loop variables,
Nested loops, Assignment operators, break and continue statement.
Functions: Introduction, Types, Declaration of a Function, Function calls,
Defining functions, Function Prototypes, Passing arguments to a function
Return values and their types, Writing multifunction program,
Calling function by value, Recursive functions.

III Arrays: Array notation and representation, Declaring one-dimensional array, 08

Initializing arrays, Accessing array elements, Manipulating array elements,
Arrays of unknown or varying size, Two-dimensional arrays,
Multidimensional arrays.
Pointers: Introduction, Characteristics, * and & operators, Pointer type
declaration and assignment, Pointer arithmetic, Call by reference, Passing
pointers to functions, arrayof pointers, Pointers to functions, Pointer to pointer,
Array of pointers.
Strings: Introduction, Initializing strings, Accessing string elements, Array of
strings, Passing strings to functions, String functions.

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IV Structure: Introduction, Initializing, defining and declaring structure, 08

Accessing members, Operations on individual members, Operations on
structures, Structure within structure, Array of structure, Pointers to structure.
Union: Introduction, Declaring union, Usage of unions, Operations on union.
Enumerated data types
Storage classes: Introduction, Types- automatic, register, static and
external.

V Dynamic Memory Allocation: Introduction, Library functions – malloc, 08

calloc, realloc and free.
File Handling: Basics, File types, File operations, File pointer, File opening
modes, File handling functions, File handling through command line
argument, Record I/O in files.
Graphics: Introduction, Constant, Data types and global variables usedin
graphics, Library functions used in drawing, Drawing and filling
images, GUI interaction within the program.
Suggested Readings:

1. Kanetkar Y., “Let Us C”, BPB Publications.

2. Hanly J. R. and Koffman E. B.,“Problem Solving and Program Design in C”, Pearson
Education.
3. Schildt H., “C- The Complete Reference”, McGraw-Hill.
4. Goyal K. K. and Pandey H.M., Trouble Free C”, University Science Press
5. Gottfried B., “Schaum’s Outlines- Programming in C”, McGraw-Hill Publications.
6. Kochan S.G., “Programming in C”, Addison-Wesley.
7. Dey P. and Ghosh M., “Computer Fundamentals and Programming in C”, Oxford
University Press.
8. Goyal K. K., Sharma M. K. and Thapliyal M. P. “Concept of Computer and C
Programming”, University Science Press.

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RMCA103 : Principles of Management & Communication

Course Outcome ( CO) Bloom’s Knowledge Level (KL)
At the end of course , the student will be able to
CO 1 Describe primary features, processes and principles of management. K1,
K2
Explain functions of management in terms of planning, decision
CO 2 making and K3,
organizing. K4
Illustrate key factors of leadership skill in directing and controlling
CO 3 business resources K5,
and processes. K6
CO 4 Exhibit adequate verbal and non-verbal communication skills K1,
K3
CO 5 Demonstrate effective discussion, presentation and writing skills. K3,
K5
DETAILED SYLLABUS 3-0-0
Unit Topic Proposed
Lecture
I Management: Need, Scope, Meaning and Definition. The process of
Management, Development of Management thought F.W. Taylor and 08
Henry Fayol, Horothorne
Studies, Qualities of an Efficient Management.
II Planning & Organising: Need, Scope and Importance of Planning, Steps
in planning, 08
Decision making model. Organising need and Importance, Organisational
Design, Organisational structure, centralisation and Decentralisation,
Deligation.
III Directing & Controlling: Motivation—Meaning, Importance,
need.Theories of Motivation, Leadership—meaning, need and importance,
08
leadership style, Qualities of effective leader, principles of directing, Basic
control process, Different control Techniques.
IV Introduction to Communication: What is Communication, Levels of
communication, Barriers to communication, Process of Communication,
Non-verbal Communication, The flow of Communication: Downward, 08
Upward, Lateral or Horizontal (Peer group) Communication, Technology
Enabled communication, Impact of Technology, Selection of appropriate
communication Technology, Importance of Technical
communication.
V Business letters : Sales & Credit letters; Claim and Adjustment
Letters; Job application and Resumes.
Reports: Types; Structure, Style & Writing of Reports.
Technical Proposal: Parts; Types; Writing of Proposal; Significance. 08
Nuances of Delivery; Body Language; Dimensions of Speech: Syllable;
Accent; Pitch; Rhythm; Intonation; Paralinguistic features of voice;
Communication skills, Presentation strategies, Group Discussion;
Interview skills; Workshop; Conference; Seminars.

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Suggested Readings:

1. P.C. Tripathi, P.N. Reddy, "Principles of Management", McGraw Hill Education 6th
Edition.
2. C. B. Gupta, "Management Principles and Practice", Sultan Chand & Sons 3rd edition.
3. T.N.Chhabra, "Business Communication", Sun India Publication.
4. V.N.Arora and Laxmi Chandra, "Improve Your Writing", Oxford Univ. Press, 2001, New
Delhi.
5. Madhu Rani and SeemaVerma, "Technical Communication: A Practical Approach",
Acme Learning, New Delhi-2011.
6. Meenakshi Raman &Sangeeta Sharma, "Technical Communication- Principles and
Practices", Oxford Univ. Press, 2007, New Delhi.
7. Koontz Harold &Weihrich Heinz, "Essentials of Management", McGraw Hill 5thEdition
2008.
8. Robbins and Coulter, "Management", Prentice Hall of India, 9th edition.
9. James A. F., Stoner, "Management", Pearson Education Delhi.
10. P.D.Chaturvedi, "Business Communication", Pearson Education.

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RMCA104 : Discrete Mathematics

Course Outcome ( CO) Bloom’s Knowledge Level (KL)
At the end of course , the student will be able to
Use mathematical and logical notation to define and formally reason
CO 1 about basic K1,
discrete structures such as Sets, Relations and Functions K2
Apply mathematical arguments using logical connectives and quantifiers
CO 2 to check the K2,K
validity of an argument through truth tables and propositional and predicate 3
logic
CO 3 Identify and prove properties of Algebraic Structures like Groups, Rings and K3,
Fields K4
CO 4 Formulate and solve recurrences and recursive functions K3,
K4
CO 5 Apply the concept of combinatorics to solve basic problems in discrete K1,
mathematics K3
DETAILED SYLLABUS 3-0-0
Unit Topic Proposed
Lecture
I Set Theory: Introduction, Size of sets and Cardinals, Venn diagrams, 08
Combination of sets, Multisets, Ordered pairs and Set Identities.
Relation: Definition, Operations on relations, Composite relations,
Properties of relations, Equality of relations, Partial order relation.
Functions: Definition, Classification of functions, Operations on
functions, Recursively defined functions.
II Posets, Hasse Diagram and Lattices: Introduction, Partial ordered sets, 08
Combination of Partial ordered sets, Hasse diagram, Introduction of
lattices, Properties of lattices – Bounded, Complemented, Modular and
Complete lattice.
Boolean Algebra: Introduction, Axioms and Theorems of Boolean algebra,
Boolean
functions. Simplification of Boolean functions, Karnaugh maps, Logic gates.
III Propositional: Propositions, Truth tables, Tautology, Contradiction, 08
Algebra of Propositions, Theory of Inference and Natural Detection.
Predicate Logic: Theory of Predicates, First order predicate, Predicate
formulas, Quantifiers, Inference theory of predicate logic.
IV Algebraic Structures:Introduction to algebraic Structures and properties. 08
Types of algebraic structures: Semi group, Monoid, Group, Abelian group
and Properties of group. Subgroup, Cyclic group, Cosets, Permutation
groups, Homomorphism and Isomorphism of groups.
Rings and Fields: Definition and elementary properties of Rings and Fields.
V Natural Numbers: Introduction, Piano’s axioms, Mathematical 08
Induction, Strong Induction and Induction with Nonzero Base cases.
Recurrence Relation & Generating functions: Introduction and
properties of Generating Functions. Simple Recurrence relation with
constant coefficients and Linear recurrence relation without constant
coefficients. Methods of solving recurrences.
Combinatorics: Introduction, Counting techniques and Pigeonhole principle,
Polya’s Counting theorem.

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Suggested Readings:

1. Kenneth H. Rosen, "Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications", McGraw Hill, 2006.
2. B. Kolman, R.C Busby and S.C Ross, "Discrete Mathematics Structures", Prentice Hall
,2004.
3. R.P Girimaldi, "Discrete and Combinatorial Mathematics", Addison Wesley, 2004.
4. Y.N. Singh, "Discrete Mathematical Structures", Wiley- India, First edition, 2010.
5. Swapankumar Sarkar, "A Textbook of Discrete Mathematics”, S. Chand & Company PVT.
LTD.V.
6. Krishnamurthy, "Combinatorics Theory & Application", East-West Press Pvt. Ltd., New
Delhi.
7. Liptschutz, Seymour, "Discrete Mathematics", McGraw Hill.
8. J.P. Trembely&R.Manohar, "Discrete Mathematical Structure with application to
Computer Science", McGraw Hill.

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RMCA105 : COMPUTER ORGANIZATION & ARCHITECTURE

Course Outcome ( CO) Bloom’s Knowledge Level (KL)
At the end of course , the student will be able to
Describe functional units of digital system and explain how arithmetic
CO 1 and logical K2,
operations are performed by computers K3
Describe the operations of control unit and write sequence of instructions
CO 2 for carrying K2,
out simple operation using various addressing modes. K4
CO 3 Design various types of memory and its organization. K3
Describe the various modes in which IO devices communicate with CPU
CO 4 and memory. K2,
K3
List the criteria for classification of parallel computer and
CO 5 describe various K1,
architectural schemes. K2
DETAILED SYLLABUS 3-1-0
Unit Topic Proposed
Lecture
I Introduction: Functional units of digital system and their interconnections, 08
buses, bus architecture, types of buses and bus arbitration. Register, bus and
memory transfer.
Processor organization: general registers organization, stack
organization and addressing modes.
II Arithmetic and logic unit: Look ahead carries adders. Multiplication: 08
Signed operand multiplication, Booths algorithm and array multiplier.
Division and logic operations.
Floating point arithmetic operation, Arithmetic & logic unit design. IEEE
Standard for Floating Point Numbers.
III Control Unit: Instruction types, formats, instruction cycles and sub cycles 08
(fetch and execute etc), micro operations, execution of a complete
instruction. Program Control, Reduced Instruction Set Computer,
Pipelining. Hardwire and micro programmed control: micro-program
sequencing, concept of horizontal and vertical
microprogramming.
IV Memory: Basic concept and hierarchy, semiconductor RAM memories, 08
2D & 2 1/2D memory organization. ROM memories. Cache memories:
concept and design issues & performance, address mapping and
replacement Auxiliary memories: magnetic disk,
magnetic tape and optical disks Virtual memory: concept implementation.
V Input / Output: Peripheral devices, I/O interface, I/O ports, Interrupts: 08
interrupt hardware, types of interrupts and exceptions. Modes of Data
Transfer: Programmed I/O, interrupt initiated I/O and Direct Memory
Access., I/O channels and processors.
Serial Communication: Synchronous & asynchronous communication,
standard communication interfaces.

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Suggested Readings:

1. John P. Hayes, "Computer Architecture and Organization", McGraw Hill.

2. William Stallings, "Computer Organization and Architecture-Designing for
Performance", Pearson Education.
3. M. Morris Mano, "Computer System Architecture", PHI.
4. Carl Hamacher, ZvonkoVranesic, SafwatZaky, "Computer Organization", McGraw-Hill.
5. BehroozParahami, “Computer Architecture”, Oxford University Press.
6. David A. Patterson and John L. Hennessy, “Computer Architecture-A Quantitative
Approach”, Elsevier Pub.
7. Tannenbaum, "Structured Computer Organization", PHI.

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RMCA151: PROBLEM SOLVING USING C LAB

Course Outcome (CO) Bloom’s

Knowled
ge Level
(KL)

At the end of course , the student will be able to

Write, compile, debug and execute programs in a C programming

CO1 K3
environment.

Write programs that incorporate use of variables, operators andexpressions

CO2 K3
along with data types.

Write programs for solving problems involving use of decision control

CO3 K3
structures and loops.

Write programs that involve the use of arrays, structures and userdefined
CO4 K3
functions.

CO5 Write programs using graphics and file handling operations. K3

1. Program to implement conditional statements in C language.

2. Program to implement switch-case statement in C language
3. Program to implement looping constructs inC language.
4. Program to perform basic input-output operations in C language.
5. Program to implement user defined functions in C language.
6. Program to implement recursive functions in C language.
7. Program to implement one-dimensional arrays in C language.
8. Program to implement two-dimensional arrays in C language.
9. Program to perform various operations on two-dimensional arrays in C language.
10. Program to implement multi-dimensional arrays in C language.
11. Program to implement string manipulation functions in C language.
12. Program to implement structure in C language.
13. Program to implement union in C language.
14. Program to perform file handling operations in C language.
15. Program to perform graphical operations in C language.

Note: The Instructor may add/delete/modifyexperiments, wherever he/she feels in ajustified

manner.

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RMCA152: COMPUTER ORGANIZATION & ARCHITECTURE LAB

Course Outcome (CO) Bloom’s

Knowled
ge Level
(KL)

At the end of course , the student will be able to

Design and verify combinational circuits (adder, code converter,decoder,

CO1 multiplexer) using basic gates. K6

CO2 Design and verify various flip-flops. K3

CO3 Design I/O system and ALU. K3

CO4 Demonstrate combinational circuit using simulator K2

1. Implementing HALF ADDER, FULL ADDER using basic logic gates.

2. Implementing Binary -to -Gray, Gray -to -Binary code conversions.
3. Implementing 3-8 line DECODER. Implementing 4x1 and 8x1 MULTIPLEXERS.
4. Verify the excitation tables of various FLIP-FLOPS.
5. Design of an 8-bit Input/ Output system with four 8-bit Internal Registers.
6. Design of an 8-bit ARITHMETIC LOGIC UNIT.
7. Design the data path of a computer from its register transfer language description.
8. Design the control unit of a computer using either hardwiring or
microprogramming based on its register transfer language description.
9. Implement a simple instruction set computer with a control unit and a data path.

Note: The Instructor may add/delete/modify/tune experiments, wherever he/she feels in a

justified manner.

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RMCA153 : PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION LAB

Course Outcome (CO) Bloom’s

Knowled
ge Level
(KL)

At the end of course , the student will be able to

Develop the ability to work as a team member as an integral activity inthe

CO1 K3
workplace.

CO2 Increase confidence in their ability to read, comprehend, organize, and K4

retain written information. Improve reading fluency.

Write coherent speech outlines that demonstrate their ability to use

CO3 organizational formats with a specific purpose; Deliver effective speeches K5,K6
that are consistent with and appropriate for the audience and purpose.

Develop proper listening skills; articulate and enunciate words and

CO4 K3
sentences clearly and efficiently.

Show confidence and clarity in public speaking projects; be schooledin

CO5 K5
preparation and research skills for oral presentations.

1. Group Discussion: participating in group discussions- understanding group dynamics.

2. GD strategies-activities to improve GD skills. Practical based on Accurate and Current
Grammatical Patterns.
3. Interview Etiquette-dress code, body language attending job interview –
Telephone/Skype interview one to one interview &Panel interview.
4. Communication Skills for Seminars/Conferences/Workshops with emphasis on
Paralinguistic/ Kinesics, practicing word stress, rhythm in sentences, weak forms,
intonation.
5. Oral Presentation Skills for Technical Paper/Project Reports/ Professional Reports based
on proper Stress and Intonation Mechanics voice modulation ,Audience Awareness,
Presentation plan visual aids.
6. Speaking:-Fluency & Accuracy in speech- positive thinking, Improving Self expression
Developing persuasive speaking skills, pronunciation practice (for accept neutralization)
particularly of problem sounds, in isolated words as well as sentences.
7. Individual Speech Delivery/Conferences with skills to defend Interjections/Quizzes.
8. Argumentative Skills/Role Play Presentation with Stress and Intonation.
9. Comprehension Skills based on Reading and Listening Practical’s on a model Audio-
Visual Usage.

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