Faculty of Computer Technology

Integrated Master of Computer Applications (iMCA) – 5 Year Integrated Programme

BCA – MCA Programme

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The booming growth of the IT sector has created innumerable opportunities for computer graduates and professionals. To be in tune with the times, the Integrated Master of Computer Applications (iMCA) programme of GLS University aims to create the foundation of computer applications and software for the graduates to cater to the need for human resources.

Integrated Course in MCA is a full time, 5 years (10 semesters) Programme. The programme syllabus educates and grooms students for their successful debut into Software Industry and also inspires them to start their own ventures with good business knowledge. This course enables the students to stay updated about the current advancements in technology as well as equips them with the required skills and knowledge to enter the industry and carve a niche for themselves.

iMCA is customized for aspirants aiming to make a bright and outstanding career in the field of computer applications. The syllabus follows the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) that trains students in contemporary subjects such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, IOT, Data Science, Python Applications, PHP and many more. By joining this course, the students would attain a sound theoretical foundation, an ability to analyze, conceptualize and design systems, and competency in modern software design and development tools.

Under the five-year integrated programme, on successful completion of three years, students are awarded BCA degree and on completion of fifth year MCA degree.

Programme Objectives

  • To motivate students to get industry ready
  • To lay a strong academic foundation
  • To persuade students towards academic excellence
  • To prepare the students to demonstrate technical skills
  • To prepare students to meet the changing demands of the IT market
  • To inculcate a sense of discipline, community service and social responsibility

Infrastructure

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Best Practices

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Advanced Syllabi inclusive of Contemporary Subjects

Integrated Course in MCA is a 10 semesters programme conducted over the period of 5 years. The duration of each semester is around 16 weeks. The course structure of iMCA blends theoretical and practical learning within the disciplines of Computer Science and Information Technology. A few contemporary subjects in iMCA are (Needs to be changed as per new structure)

Semester Subjects
I Fundamentals of Computer Organization, Fundamentals of Programming Techniques, Web Technologies Using HTML5, CSS and Java Script, Mathematics for Computer Science – I, Publishing & Multimedia Tools, Communication & Presentation Skills, IT in Healthcare
II Advanced Programming Techniques (C++), Mathematics for Computer Science – II, Database Management Systems – I, Advanced Computer Organization, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Technical and Professional Communication, Foreign Language, Environmental Studies
III Object Oriented Programming Using Java, Data Communication and Networking, Numerical Methods, Fundamentals of Operating System, Practicals on OS & Networks, Website Frameworks using Joomla , Website Frameworks using RoR, Effective Soft Skills for Career Management, Green Computing
IV Web Development Using PHP, Data Structures, Structured Object Oriented Analysis and Design, Statistics for Data Analysis, Database Management Systems – II, Embedded Systems, Digital Marketing, Design Thinking
V Introduction to Python, Web Technologies using Java, Fundamentals of Network Security, Cross Platform Mobile Application Development, Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, Practicals On Web Technologies, Augmented Reality / Virtual Reality, Web Services, Software Engineering, Software Testing, Operations Research
VI Introduction to Machine Learning, Introduction to Cloud Computing, Cyber Security and Techniques, Fundamentals of IoT, Dynamic Web Application Development using Angular, System Development Project, Parallel Processing, Computer Graphics, Introduction to NoSQL Database
VII Data Science, Enterprise Computing, AI and Applications, Unstructured Data Bases
VIII Deep Learning, Ethical Hacking, Blockchain Technology, Advanced Computer Networks, Agile Software Development, Practicals based on MERN, Practicals based on Deep Learning, Summer Assignment
IX Embedded Systems & Robotics, Image Processing, Practicals based on Java Frameworks, Practicals based on Data Science, Dissertation / Mini Project, DevOps, Dockers and Containers, Parallel Programming Tools, Game Programming Using Open GL, Design Patterns
X Entrepreneurship, Industry Internship / Software Development Project

For a more detailed syllabus, download the brochure.

Eligibility Norms

  • The applicant must have passed the Gujarat Higher Secondary Education Board (GHSEB)/Central Board of Secondary Examination (CBSE)/Indian Council of Secondary Examination (ICSE) or its equivalent under the 10 + 2 pattern in the General or Science stream, during the current year with the following subjects:
    • English
    • Any one of the following:
      • Mathematics
      • Physics
      • Statistics
      • Business Mathematics
      • Elements of Accountancy
      • Elements of Book Keeping
      • Computers
  • The applicant must have obtained the following minimum aggregate marks (i.e., total marks obtained divided by the maximum total marks admissible, including marks of all subjects, theory and practical):
    • For open category candidates: 45%
    • For reserved category candidates: 40%

Program Overview

The entire schedule of academic activities of the program will be listed in the Academic Calendar to be released at the beginning of each academic year. An overview of the program is as follows:

Programme Overview

Sr. No. Particulars iMCA Programme
1. No. of Years/Semesters 5 / 10
2. Total Credits 262
3. Total No. of Courses 78
4. Total teaching weeks(Per Semester) 15
5. Admissions & Examinations Weeks Per Semester 2

Evaluation Pattern

Internal Evaluation External Evaluation
Core Courses 50% 50%
Foundation Courses 100% NA
Elective Courses 100% NA
Core Electives Courses 50% 50%
Project Work 50% 50%
  • Passing percentage in Internal and External Evaluation is 40 each. The components of the internal evaluation will be communicated by the institution at the beginning of the semester.
  • External Evaluation will consist of University Examination to be conducted by GLS University

 

 

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Departments

iMCA Programme

Faculty of Computer Technology,
GLS Campus, Ellis Bridge,
Ahmedabad: 380006
Phone: 079-26447638, 9904086377, 8866106226
Email: admissions@glsica.org, imca@glsuniversity.ac.in
Website: www.glsufcait.org