INCEPTION
The Department of Computer Applications was established in the year 1999. The BCA (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science)program is duly approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), reflecting its compliance with established standards of technical education in India.
OBJECTIVES
- The Department enables the students to develop skills so as to equip them to meet the challenges of the Computer and Information Technology world at a global level
- The Department takes special effort to enrich the students by supplementing the syllabus with various department activities
- The Department is armed with well qualified, dedicated & professionally experienced faculty members to equip our students in major thrust areas like data mining, artificial intelligence, digital image processing and machine learning etc.
Curriculum
PROGRAMME OUTCOMES (PO)
Graduates will be able to:
- Apply programming concepts and computational techniques to solve real-world problems
- Design and develop software applications using modern tools and technologies
- Analyze data and implement appropriate solutions using computing principles
- Demonstrate professional ethics, teamwork and communication skills
SEMESTER-WISE COURSE STRUCTURE
| SEMESTER 1 | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hours/Week | C | Maximum Marks | ||||||||
| Category | Code | Course | L | T | P | SL | CIA | SEE | Total | |
| AEC | 26LTAM11/ 26LHIN11/ 26LFRE11/ 26LISB11 |
Tamil I / Hindi I/ French I / Sign language I |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| AEC | 26LENG11 | English I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| MDC | 26BMA001 | Mathematics - I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| PCC | 26CBAS11 | Problem Solving Techniques |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| PCC (Lab) |
26PBAS11 | Problem Solving Techniques Lab |
0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| PCC | 26CBAS12 | Computer Architecture |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| PCC (Lab) |
26PBAS12 | Computer Architecture Lab |
0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| VAC | 26BVAC11 | Indian Knowledge System |
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| VAC | 26BVAC12 | Environmental Science and Sustainability |
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| SEMESTER 2 | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hours/Week | C | Maximum Marks | ||||||||
| Category | Code | Course | L | T | P | SL | CIA | SEE | Total | |
| AEC | 26LTAM21 /26LHIN21 /26LFRE21 / 26LISB21 |
Tamil II / Hindi II/ French II / Sign language II |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| AEC | 26LENG21 | English II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| MDC | 26BMA002 | Mathematics- II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| PCC | 26CBAS21 | Data Structures | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| PCC (Lab) |
26PBAS21 | Data Structures Lab | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| PCC | 26CBAS22 | Operating Systems | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| PCC | 26CBAS23 | Object Oriented Programming using Java |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| PCC (Lab) |
26PBAS22 | Object Oriented Programming using Java Lab |
0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| VAC | 26BVAC21 | Universal Human Values |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| AEC | 26PSSK12 | Communication skills | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
SKILL DEVELOPMENT & PRACTICAL TRAINING
- Programming languages such as C, C++, Java and Python
- Database management systems and software development tools
- Web technologies and application development
- Data structures, algorithms and problem-solving techniques
- Artificial intelligence and emerging technologies
- Internship training, project development and industry exposure
MULTIDISCIPLINARY INTEGRATION
| Domain | Integrated Areas |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | Programming, Data Structures, Algorithms, Software Development |
| Mathematics & Analytics | Statistics, Probability, Quantitative Techniques |
| Business & Management | IT Management, Entrepreneurship, Business Applications |
| Digital Technologies | Web Development, AI, Data Science Fundamentals |
| Research & Innovation | Project Work, Research Methods, Problem Solving |
SCOPE FOR HIGHER EDUCATION
Graduates of this Programme can pursue advanced studies in:
- Master in Computer Applications (MCA)
- Master in Business Administration (MBA)
- Master in Computer Management (MCM)
- Master Degree in Information Management (MIM)
- G-CAT Master
- Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Applications (PGDCA)
- Post Graduate Program in Corporate Studies (PGPCS)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
- Program in Information Security Management (PISM)
- Master of Science in Information Technology (M.Sc (IT))
OPPORTUNITIES FOR CAREER AND PLACEMENT
Students completing this Programme can explore diverse career paths such as:
Software Engineer
Software Testing
Database Administrator
Web Designer
Network Engineer
100% Placement
50+ Companies
4.3L Avg. Package
PLACEMENT
Students of the department have been successfully placed in various reputed organizations through the Placement Cell of the College, including:
- Infosys
- HCL
- CTS
- WIPRO
- ACCENTURE
- CyberNet Slash Support
- TNQ Books and Journals
- Mahindra
- Sutherland Global services
- Tata consultancy services
Alumni Testimonial

Ms. SUDARSHINI
2022-2025
AUTHOR & TECHNICAL TEACHING STAFFS, WELCOME TECHNICAL INSTITUTE, CHENNAI
"I am proud to be an alumna of Dr. MGR-Janaki College. The college offers a supportive, ragging-free environment with excellent facilities and a positive academic culture. The college focuses on overall development, helping students build confidence and prepare for their future careers. Overall, my journey here has been valuable and memorable! I had a truly enriching experience as a BCA student. The faculty members of my department were friendly, knowledgeable and always supportive. They guided me not only in academics but also during placements. They always encouraged us to explore talents beyond academics and develop skills beyond our degree."

Ms. PILLAI RAKHI RAJENDRA PRASAD
2011-2014
TGT COMPUTER SCIENCE, SMT. SANDRABEN SHROFF GNYAN DHAM SCHOOL, VAPI, GUJARAT
"Dr. MGR Janaki College has been a transformative environment for both my academic journey and personal development. The college not only prioritizes academic excellence but also nurtures confidence and strong values in women. As a student from outside the state, I received constant support from the institution and its faculty, which has greatly contributed to shaping who I am today."

Ms. SUDARSHINI
2022-2025
AUTHOR & TECHNICAL TEACHING STAFFS, WELCOME TECHNICAL INSTITUTE, CHENNAI
"I am proud to be an alumna of Dr. MGR-Janaki College. The college offers a supportive, ragging-free environment with excellent facilities and a positive academic culture. The college focuses on overall development, helping students build confidence and prepare for their future careers. Overall, my journey here has been valuable and memorable! I had a truly enriching experience as a BCA student. The faculty members of my department were friendly, knowledgeable and always supportive. They guided me not only in academics but also during placements. They always encouraged us to explore talents beyond academics and develop skills beyond our degree."

Ms. PILLAI RAKHI RAJENDRA PRASAD
2011-2014
TGT COMPUTER SCIENCE, SMT. SANDRABEN SHROFF GNYAN DHAM SCHOOL, VAPI, GUJARAT
"Dr. MGR Janaki College has been a transformative environment for both my academic journey and personal development. The college not only prioritizes academic excellence but also nurtures confidence and strong values in women. As a student from outside the state, I received constant support from the institution and its faculty, which has greatly contributed to shaping who I am today."

Ms. PILLAI RAKHI RAJENDRA PRASAD
2011-2014
TGT COMPUTER SCIENCE, SMT. SANDRABEN SHROFF GNYAN DHAM SCHOOL, VAPI, GUJARAT
"Dr. MGR Janaki College has been a transformative environment for both my academic journey and personal development. The college not only prioritizes academic excellence but also nurtures confidence and strong values in women. As a student from outside the state, I received constant support from the institution and its faculty, which has greatly contributed to shaping who I am today."

Ms. S. P. PAVITHRA
2018-2021
QA INFOSYS, CHENNAI
"The college provided a supportive learning environment with good infrastructure and facilities. I had very good teachers who guided me very well. The department was supportive and helped me grow both academically and professionally."
