CERTIFICATE IN COMPUTER APPLICATION (DCA) (6 MONTHS)

🎓 CERTIFICATE IN COMPUTER APPLICATION (DCA) – 6 MONTHS

📚 6-MONTH DCA SYLLABUS

The following is a comprehensive syllabus structure followed by many institutions for a 6-month DCA certificate course:

1. Computer Fundamentals

• History and types of computers
• Basic computer terminology
• Input/output devices
• Storage devices (HDD, SSD, pen drives)
• Number systems (binary, decimal basics)

2. Operating System (Windows/Linux Basics)

• Introduction to GUI and OS
• Windows desktop, file/folder handling
• Basic system configuration
• Task manager and control panel
• Common OS issues and fixes

3. Microsoft Office Tools

• MS Word: Creating/editing documents, formatting, tables, inserting images, page layout
• MS Excel: Basic formulas, charts, formatting, tables, data validation
• MS PowerPoint: Creating slides, animations, transitions, presentations
• MS Paint or Notepad (optional basic tools)

4. Internet and Email

• What is the internet and how it works
• Web browsers (Chrome, Firefox)
• Search engines and safe browsing
• Email creation, sending/receiving mails with attachments
• Introduction to social media & digital communication

5. Typing Practice (English / Regional Language Optional)

• Basics of touch typing
• Typing software practice
• Speed and accuracy improvement
• Formatting official letters or resumes

6. Introduction to Programming (Optional/Basic)

• What is a program and programming language
• Simple logic development
• Basics of C or Python (print, variables, loops, conditions – very introductory)

7. Basic HTML / Web Design (Optional in Some Curriculums)

• Introduction to HTML
• Creating basic webpages (text, images, links)
• Formatting content with basic HTML tags

8. Basic Computer Security & Maintenance

• Antivirus and malware awareness
• Best practices for passwords and browsing
• File backup, formatting drives
• Introduction to computer hardware components

9. Project Work & Viva

• Small project (e.g., invoice creation, resume, report generation using MS Word/Excel)
• Practical exam or viva voce on tools covered