A.D.C.A.
Advance Diploma in Computer Application
Course Syllabus
Semester - I
FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER
- Introduction of Computer
- Definition of Computer
- Data, Information, Database
- Uses of Computer
- Functions of Computer
- Features of Computer
- Concept of INPUT, PROCESS and OUTPUT
- Block Diagram of Computer
- Anatomy of Computer, Hardware and Software
- Units of Computer
- Input, System and Output Units
- Data Representation
- Binary Digits, Byte, Kilobytes, Megabytes, Gigabytes Terabytes etc.
- Number System
- History and Generations of Computer
- Computer Devices -The Hardware
- Input, Storage and Output Devices
- Driving the Computer- The Software
- Digital Computer, Analog Computer
- Hybrid Computer, Super Computer, Mainframes Computer,
- Mini Computer, Micro Computer
- System Software
- Applications Software
TYPING SKILLS
• Introduction to Computer Keyboard
• Understanding Different Types of Keys (Alphabet Keys, Number Keys, Function Keys, Special Keys)
• Introduction to Touch Typing Method
• Correct Sitting Posture and Hand Position on Keyboard
• Home Row Keys Practice (A S D F J K L 😉
• Finger Placement and Basic Typing Exercises
• Practice of Top Row Keys and Bottom Row Keys
• Typing Practice with Letters, Words and Sentences
• Typing Practice with Numbers and Symbols
• Use of Shift Key and Special Characters
• Speed Typing Practice
• Accuracy Improvement Techniques
• Typing Practice using Paragraphs and Passages
• Typing Practice using Official Letter and Application Format
• Introduction to Typing Software and Tools
• Basic Knowledge of English Typing Tests
• Typing Speed Test Preparation (WPM – Words Per Minute)
• Accuracy and Error Correction Practice
• Practical Typing Exercises and Daily Practice Sessions
MICROSOFT WINDOWS
• Introduction of Operating System
• Definition of Operating System
• Types of Operating System
• What is Windows?
• Desktop, Wallpaper, Icon, Taskbar, Start Menu
• Windows Accessories- Paint, WordPad, Notepad, Calculator
• Control Panel – Programs and Features, Keyboard, Mouse, Power Options, Fonts, Sounds etc.
• Windows Explorer
• File Management, File and Folder Operations
• Creating Files and Folder
• Copy, Move, Rename and Delete files and Folders
• Recycle Bin
• Searching Files and Folders
• System Settings
• Installing and Uninstalling Software
• User Account
• Disk Management
• Disk Defragmentation
• Disk Clean up
• Disk Management
• Basic Troubleshooting and many more.
MICROSOFT WORD
• Introduction of Microsoft Office
• Introduction of Word Processing Software Microsoft Word
• Creating and Saving Documents
• Opening and Closing Documents
• Editing Text
• Page Setup – Paper Size, Orientation, Margins, Gutter
• Moving around the document with keyboard shortcuts
• Protect Documents with password
• Text Formatting with keyboard shortcuts
• Advance Text Formatting
• Advance Paragraph Formatting
• Find, Replace and GoTo
• Change Case – Upper case, Lower case, Sentence case, Capitalize Each Word case, toggle case
• Headers and Footers
• Bullet and Numbering
• Borders and Shading
• Inserting Images, Shapes, 3D Model, SmartArts, Charts, Screenshot, WordArt
• Page Colour and Watermark
• Tabs
• Columns
• Spelling and Grammar
• Page Break and Section Break
• Table
• Table Keyboard Shortcuts
• Hyperlink, Cross Reference
• Mail Merge
• Printing Documents and many more.
MICROSOFT EXCEL
• Introduction of Microsoft Excel
• Introduction of Worksheet or Spreadsheet or Sheet
• Parts or Components of Excel Window
• Moving around the Worksheet with keyboard shortcuts
• Inserting Row, Column and Sheet
• Deleting Row, Column and Sheet
• Formatting Cells, Row, Column and Sheet
• Hide and Unhide Row, Column and Sheet
• Rename Sheet, Change Tab Colour of Sheet
• Data Entry and Editing
• Creating and Managing Databases
• Protecting Worksheet with password
• Formula or Functions in Excel
• Mathematical Function
• Text Function
• Date and Time Function
• Logical Function
• Financial Function
• Inserting and Formatting Charts and Graphs (Column, Pie, etc.)
• Conditional Formatting
• Sorting and Filtering Data
• Auditing – Trace Precedent, Trace Dependent, Remove All
• Pivot Tables
• Data Validation
• Page Setup and Printing and many more.
MICROSOFT POWERPOINT
• Introduction of Presentation Software
• Features of Microsoft PowerPoint
• Creating and Showing Presentation
• Creating Slides, Slide Layouts and Themes
• Inserting Text, Images, Shapes, SmartArts and Charts
• Slide Formatting
• Slide Transitions and Animations
• Slide Show, Custom Show
• Inserting Audio and Video in presentation
• Presentation Design Techniques
• Printing Handouts
• Exporting Presentation in mp4 video Format and many more.
CONCEPT OF INTERNET AND INTRANET
• Introduction to Internet and Intranet
• History and development of the Internet
• Basic concepts and working of the Internet
• Difference between Internet, Intranet and Extranet
• Types of Computer Networks – LAN, MAN, WAN
• Network devices – Modem, Router, Switch and Hub
• Internet Service Provider (ISP) and Internet connection types
• Web Browser and its features
• Popular Web Browsers – Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge
• Internet Browsing and searching information on the web
• Understanding Website, Web Page, URL and Hyperlink
• Search Engines and their use – Google, Bing, Yahoo
• Downloading and uploading files from the Internet
• Online communication and collaboration
• Introduction to E-mail (Electronic Mail)
• Creating and managing an E-mail account
• Sending, receiving, replying and forwarding E-mails
• Using CC, BCC and attaching files in E-mail
• Internet safety and security basics
• Safe browsing practices and protection from viruses
• Basic awareness of cyber security and online privacy
Semester - II
TALLY
• Introduction to Commerce, Book Keeping and Accountancy
• Basic Accounting Concepts and Principles
• Golden Rules of Accounting
• Understanding Journal Entries and Ledger Posting
• Preparation of Trial Balance
• Preparation of Trading Account, Profit and Loss Account and Balance Sheet
• Introduction to Tally ERP 9 and TallyPrime (Latest Version)
• Downloading and Installing Tally at Default Location and Custom Location
• How to Start and Open Tally
• Understanding Tally Startup Screen and Gateway of Tally
• Creating, Altering and Deleting Company in Tally
• Creating and Managing Ledgers and Groups
• Understanding Accounting Voucher Types
• Passing Payment Voucher, Receipt Voucher, Contra Voucher and Journal Voucher
• Sales Voucher and Purchase Voucher Entry
• Debit Note and Credit Note Entry
• Viewing Trial Balance, Profit and Loss Account and Balance Sheet
• Day Book, Cash Book and Bank Book
• Outstanding Reports and Account Statements
• Introduction to Inventory Management in Tally
• Creating Stock Group, Stock Category and Stock Items
• Creating Unit of Measurement
• Managing Godown or Warehouse
• Stock Summary and Inventory Reports
• Accounts with Inventory
• Recording Sales and Purchase with Inventory
• Introduction to GST (Goods and Services Tax)
• Understanding CGST, SGST and IGST
• Enabling GST in Tally
• Creating GST Ledgers and Stock Items with GST
• Recording GST Purchase and Sales Entries
• Viewing GST Reports
• Invoice Creation in Tally
• Adding Company Logo in Invoice
• Printing Sales Invoice and Purchase Invoice
• Payroll Management in Tally
• Creating Employee Groups and Employees
• Creating Salary Ledgers and Pay Heads
• Generating Payroll Voucher
• Creating and Printing Pay Slip
• Data Backup and Restore in Tally
• Security Control and User Management
• Basic Tally Shortcuts and Practical Working
ADOBE PAGEMAKER
• Introduction to Desktop Publishing (DTP)
• Introduction to Adobe PageMaker and its Uses
• Understanding PageMaker Interface and Workspace
• Creating a New Document
• Page Size, Orientation and Margin Settings
• Understanding Rulers, Guides and Grid
• Working with Pages and Master Pages
• Adding, Deleting and Rearranging Pages
• Page Numbering and Page Layout Management
• Working with Text Frames
• Typing and Editing Text
• Text Formatting (Font, Size, Style and Alignment)
• Paragraph Formatting and Indentation
• Working with Columns and Text Flow
• Importing Text from MS Word
• Working with Graphics and Images
• Placing Images into the Document
• Resizing, Cropping and Positioning Images
• Drawing Shapes and Using Graphic Tools
• Working with Lines, Boxes and Polygons
• Creating Tables and Tab Settings
• Using Color and Fill Options
• Designing Visiting Cards, Letterheads and Brochures
• Designing Pamphlets, Posters and Book Pages
• Working with Layers and Object Arrangement
• Aligning and Grouping Objects
• Spell Check and Find & Replace
• Preparing Documents for Printing
• Printing Documents and Print Settings
• Exporting Files for Publishing
• Practical Projects in PageMaker
ADOBE INDESIGN
- Introduction to Desktop Publishing (DTP) and Professional Page Layout Designing
- Introduction to Adobe InDesign and its Features
- Understanding InDesign Interface and Workspace
- Creating New Documents and Document Setup
- Page Size, Orientation, Margins and Columns Settings
- Understanding Tools of Toolbar
- Selection Tool and Direct Selection Tool
- Page Tool and Gap Tool
- Content Collector Tool and Content Placer Tool
- Type Tool and Type on a Path Tool
- Pen Tool and Anchor Point Tools (Add, Delete and Convert Direction Point)
- Rectangle Frame Tool, Ellipse Frame Tool and Polygon Frame Tool
- Scissors Tool and Free Transform Tool
- Rotate Tool, Scale Tool and Shear Tool
- Gradient Swatch Tool and Gradient Feather Tool
- Note Tool and Color Theme Tool
- Eyedropper Tool and Measure Tool
- Hand Tool and Zoom Tool
- Working with Text and Typography
- Font and Text Size Management
- Character Formatting and Paragraph Formatting
- Using Tabs and Glyphs
- Character Styles and Paragraph Styles
- Changing Text Case
- Creating Bulleted and Numbered Lists
- Inserting Special Characters and Symbols
- Object Management and Layout Control
- Object Transform and Transform Again
- Arranging Objects (Bring Forward, Send Backward)
- Selecting Multiple Objects
- Grouping and Ungrouping Objects
- Locking and Unlocking Objects on Spread
- Generating QR Codes in InDesign
- Working with Text Frames and Text Frame Options
- Object Fitting and Image Placement
- Applying Effects and Transparency
- Working with Paths and Pathfinder
- Converting Shapes and Working with Shapes
- Working with Tables
- Creating Tables and Table Formatting
- Table Styles and Table Options
- View Options and Page Display
- Fit Page in Window
- Fit Spread in Window
- Actual Size View
- Entire Pasteboard View
- Working with Images and Graphics Placement
- Importing and Managing Graphics
- Image Alignment and Layout Adjustment
- Working with Master Pages (Parent Pages)
- Applying Styles and Formatting
- Page Layout and Multi-page Document Design
- Designing Practical Projects
- Visiting Card Design
- Pamphlet and Brochure Design
- Magazine Layout Design
- Newspaper Layout Design
- Book Page Layout Design
- Preparing Documents for Printing and Export
ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR
• Introduction to Vector Graphics and Graphic Design
• Introduction to Adobe Illustrator and its Features
• Understanding Vector Graphics vs Raster Graphics
• Understanding Illustrator Interface and Workspace
• Creating New Documents and Document Setup
• Understanding Toolbar and Drawing Tools
• Selection Tool and Direct Selection Tool
• Pen Tool and Curvature Tool for Creating Shapes and Paths
• Rectangle Tool, Ellipse Tool, Polygon Tool and Star Tool
• Line Segment Tool and Shape Creation Tools
• Eraser Tool and Scissors Tool
• Gradient Tool and Gradient Mesh Tool
• Eyedropper Tool and Width Tool
• Blend Tool and Artboard Tool
• Zoom Tool and Navigation Tools
• Working with File and Edit Options
• Document Setup and Artboard Settings
• Preferences and Workspace Customization
• Paste in Front, Paste in Back and Paste in Place
• Find and Replace Objects
• Working with Objects and Layout Management
• Object Transform and Object Arrangement
• Object Alignment and Distribution
• Grouping and Ungrouping Objects
• Locking and Unlocking Objects
• Expanding Objects and Expand Appearance
• Working with Slices and Export for Web
• Working with Paths and Shape Builder
• Creating and Editing Patterns
• Creating Blend Effects
• Using Envelope Distort
• Converting Raster Images to Vector using Image Trace
• Working with Text Wrap
• Applying Effects and Styles
• 3D and Materials Effects
• Convert to Shape Effects
• Distort and Transform Effects
• Pathfinder and Shape Effects
• Stylize Effects and Effect Gallery
• Using Artistic Effects
• Blur Effects
• Brush Stroke Effects
• Distort Effects
• Pixelate Effects
• Sketch Effects
• Stylize Effects
• Texture Effects
• View Options and Workspace Navigation
• Outline View and Pixel Preview
• Zoom In and Zoom Out
• Fit Artboard in Window
• Fit All Artboards in Window
• Viewing Artwork at Actual Size
• Working with Typography in Illustrator
• Adding and Editing Text
• Text Formatting and Character Settings
• Working with Colors and Gradients
• Applying Fill and Stroke Colors
• Creating Color Swatches and Gradients
• Designing Practical Projects
• Logo Design
• Icon Design
• Visiting Card Design
• Poster and Banner Design
• Brochure and Social Media Graphics
• Preparing Artwork for Print and Digital Media Export
ADOBE PHOTOSHOP
• Introduction to Image Editing and Digital Graphics
• Introduction to Adobe Photoshop and its Features
• Understanding Photoshop Interface, Workspace, Tools and Panels
• Creating New Documents and Opening Images
• Image Cropping, Resizing and Canvas Size Adjustment
• Basic Photo Editing and Color Correction
• Brightness, Contrast and Color Balance Adjustment
• Hue, Saturation and Image Enhancement Techniques
• Working with Selection Tools
• Rectangular Marquee Tool and Elliptical Marquee Tool
• Single Row Marquee Tool and Single Column Marquee Tool
• Lasso Tool, Polygon Lasso Tool and Magnetic Lasso Tool
• Object Selection Tool, Quick Selection Tool and Magic Wand Tool
• Working with Crop and Slice Tools
• Crop Tool and Perspective Crop Tool
• Slice Tool and Slice Selection Tool
• Working with Measurement and Utility Tools
• Frame Tool
• Eyedropper Tool and Color Sampler Tool
• Ruler Tool, Note Tool and Count Tool
• Photo Retouching and Image Correction
• Spot Healing Brush Tool and Remove Tool
• Healing Brush Tool and Patch Tool
• Content-Aware Move Tool and Red Eye Tool
• Working with Painting Tools
• Brush Tool and Pencil Tool
• Color Replacement Tool and Mixer Brush Tool
• Clone and History Tools
• Clone Stamp Tool and Pattern Stamp Tool
• History Brush Tool and Art History Brush Tool
• Working with Eraser Tools
• Eraser Tool
• Background Eraser Tool
• Magic Eraser Tool
• Working with Color and Gradient Tools
• Gradient Tool and Paint Bucket Tool
• Photo Enhancement Tools
• Dodge Tool, Burn Tool and Sponge Tool
• Working with Drawing and Path Tools
• Pen Tool and Path Creation
• Shape Tools (Rectangle Tool, Ellipse Tool, Triangle Tool, Polygon Tool, Line Tool and Custom Shape Tool)
• Working with Text and Typography
• Horizontal Type Tool and Vertical Type Tool
• Horizontal Type Mask Tool and Vertical Type Mask Tool
• Text Formatting and Text Effects
• Working with Layers and Layer Management
• Layer Panel and Layer Creation
• Layer Styles and Layer Effects
• Layer Mask and Clipping Mask
• Applying Filters and Effects
• Filter Gallery and Artistic Effects
• 3D Filters
• Blur and Blur Gallery Effects
• Distort Effects
• Noise Effects
• Pixelate Effects
• Sharpen Effects
• Background Removal Techniques
• Photo Manipulation and Creative Effects
• Logo Design and Banner Design using Photoshop
• Preparing Images for Print and Digital Media
• Saving and Exporting Files in Different Formats
Semester - III
CORELDRAW
• Introduction to Vector Graphics and Graphic Designing
• Introduction to CorelDRAW and its Features
• Understanding Vector Graphics vs Bitmap Graphics
• Overview of CorelDRAW Interface, Workspace and Panels
• Creating New Documents and Page Setup
• Understanding Page Size, Orientation and Layout Settings
• Understanding CorelDRAW Toolbox and Basic Tools
• Pick Tool and Shape Tool
• Crop Tool, Knife Tool and Eraser Tool
• Zoom Tool and Hand Tool for Navigation
• Freehand Tool, Bezier Tool and Pen Tool
• Polyline Tool and Artistic Media Tool
• Smart Drawing Tool and Live Sketch Tool
• Working with Basic Drawing and Shape Tools
• Rectangle Tool and 3-Point Rectangle Tool
• Ellipse Tool and 3-Point Ellipse Tool
• Polygon Tool and Star Tool
• Spiral Tool and Graph Paper Tool
• Creating and Editing Custom Shapes
• Working with Object Management
• Selecting and Transforming Objects
• Resizing, Rotating, Skewing and Mirroring Objects
• Aligning and Distributing Objects
• Grouping and Ungrouping Objects
• Locking and Unlocking Objects
• Object Ordering (Bring Forward, Send Backward)
• Working with Colors and Fills
• Understanding Color Palette
• Applying Fill and Outline Colors
• Uniform Fill, Fountain Fill and Pattern Fill
• Texture Fill and PostScript Fill
• Using Eyedropper Tool and Color Styles
• Working with Outlines and Strokes
• Outline Width and Style Settings
• Dashed Lines and Custom Outline Styles
• Arrowheads and Line Decorations
• Working with Text and Typography
• Artistic Text and Paragraph Text
• Text Formatting and Character Settings
• Paragraph Formatting and Alignment
• Text Effects and Text Wrapping
• Text on Path and Text Shaping
• Working with Shapes and Curves
• Converting Objects to Curves
• Editing Nodes and Paths
• Using Shape Tool for Curve Editing
• Combining, Welding, Trimming and Intersecting Shapes
• Using Shaping Tools and Smart Fill Tool
• Working with Effects and Transformations
• Contour Effect
• Blend Effect
• Envelope Distort
• Extrude Effect
• Drop Shadow and Transparency Effects
• Lens Effects and PowerClip
• Working with Images and Bitmaps
• Importing Images and Graphics
• Cropping and Masking Images
• Converting Bitmap to Vector (Trace Bitmap)
• Adjusting Brightness, Contrast and Color
• Working with Page Layout and Multi-page Documents
• Guidelines, Rulers and Grids
• Page Layout Management
• Creating Multi-page Designs
• Working with Print and Design Projects
• Visiting Card Design
• Logo Design
• Poster and Banner Design
• Pamphlet and Brochure Design
• Flex and Hoarding Design
• Magazine and Book Cover Design
• Preparing Files for Printing and Export
• Print Settings and Page Setup
• Exporting Files in Different Formats (PDF, PNG, JPG)
• Preparing Artwork for Print and Digital Media
• Practical Projects and Real-World Graphic Design Work using CorelDRAW 2024
WEB DESIGNING
Web Designing course is designed to teach students how to create professional and attractive websites. In this course, students learn the fundamentals of website structure, layout design, and modern web technologies. It helps students develop skills to design responsive and user-friendly websites for businesses and organizations.
Course Syllabus
Fundamentals of Internet and Web Technologies
Website Structure and Planning
HTML for Web Page Development
CSS for Website Styling and Layout
Basic JavaScript Concepts
Responsive Web Design Techniques
Introduction to Web Hosting and Domain
Website Publishing and Maintenance
Skills You Will Gain
Ability to design professional websites
Understanding of website layout and structure
Skills in styling and designing webpages
Knowledge of responsive and mobile-friendly design
Practical experience in publishing websites
Career Opportunities
After completing this course, students can work as:
Web Designer
Front-End Developer
Website Administrator
Freelance Web Designer
Digital Content Creator
Ideal For
Students interested in website development
Creative learners who like design and technology
Job seekers looking for web development skills
Anyone who wants to create their own website