The Post Graduate Diploma in Advanced Computing (PG-DAC) is a well-structured program designed to equip students with advanced computing skills. This guide provides an overview of the syllabus, covering core programming, databases, web technologies, software frameworks, aptitude, and communication skills.
Table of Contents
Core Programming and Concepts
C++ Programming
- Getting started with C++
- Operators and expressions
- Conditional and looping statements
- Functions and memory management
- Pointers and OOP concepts
- Constructors and destructors
- Inheritance and polymorphism
- Virtual functions and abstract classes
- Exception handling
- Console I/O operations and file handling
- Templates, STL, and RTTI
Operating Systems
- Introduction to operating systems
- Linux and shell programming
- Process management
- Memory management and virtual memory
- Deadlock handling
Software Development Methodologies
- Version control with Git
- Software development life cycle (SDLC)
- Object-oriented analysis and design (OOAD)
- Agile methodology and Atlassian Jira
- DevOps fundamentals, containerization (Docker, YAML, Kubernetes)
- Software testing methodologies: STLC, V Model, manual & automation testing (Selenium, Jenkins)
Java Programming
- Java fundamentals and JVM architecture
- Primitive data types, OOP concepts
- Interfaces, arrays, and garbage collection
- Inner classes, wrapper classes, and string classes
- Exception handling and Java I/O
- Object classes, Java.util packages, and collections
- Multithreading and synchronization
- Lambda expressions, generics, and reflection APIs
- Java 8 Stream API
Problem Solving and Data Structures
- Problem-solving techniques and computational thinking
- Algorithms and basic data structures
- Linked lists, recursion, trees, and their applications
- Searching and sorting algorithms
- Hash functions, hash tables, and graphs
- Algorithm design and analysis
Databases and Web Technologies
DBMS and SQL
- Fundamentals of DBMS and MySQL
- Database design and entity-relationship diagrams
- Codd’s 12 rules for RDBMS
- SQL commands, normalization, and MySQL data types
- Constraints, SQL functions, and operators
- Joins, subqueries, views, and indexes
- ACID properties, stored procedures, cursors, and triggers
- Introduction to NoSQL and MongoDB
Web Technologies
- Web architecture and security
- HTML, CSS, and responsive web design
- JavaScript, jQuery, JSON, and AJAX
- Introduction to Node.js and asynchronous programming
- Node.js modules, FS & HTTP, Express.js
- React.js and Redux fundamentals
Advanced Frameworks
J2EE
- Overview of J2EE architecture
- Servlets, JSP, and JDBC
- Transaction management and Hibernate framework
- Session management
- Spring Framework and Spring Boot
- Spring Data Module and AOP
- Building RESTful services with Spring
- Testing and securing web applications with Spring Security
- Microservices architecture
.Net Framework
- Introduction to .Net framework and Visual Studio
- C# programming fundamentals
- Interfaces, indexers, and generic classes
- Collections, delegates, and lambda expressions
- Exception handling, LINQ, and PLINQ
- File I/O, streams, and threading
- ASP.Net MVC architecture and module management
- ADO.Net, routing, and request lifecycle
- MVC security, Entity Framework, and Web APIs
- ASP.Net Core fundamentals
- Windows Communication Foundation (WCF)
Aptitude and Communication Skills
Aptitude
- Percentages, profit & loss, ratio & proportion
- Averages, mixture & allegation, simple & compound interest
- Number systems, series, cyclicity & remainders
- Data interpretation, syllogism, coding & decoding
- Blood relations, seating arrangements, and logical puzzles
- Time, speed & distance, trains, boats & streams
- Time & work, wages, pipes & cisterns, clocks
- Permutations, combinations, probability, and calendars
Effective Communication
- Fundamentals of communication
- Personality development and public speaking
- English grammar, common mistakes, and correct usage
- Listening, reading, writing, and presentation skills
- Group discussions and interpersonal communication
- Personal interview techniques
Software Project
The PG DAC course includes a hands-on software project module, divided into three phases:
- SRS Phase: Requirements gathering, feasibility study, and project planning.
- Design Phase: Software design, architecture, and modeling.
- Development Phase: Implementation, coding, testing, and deployment.
This project provides real-world experience and helps students apply the concepts learned during the course.
Course Outcomes
Upon completion of the PG DAC course, students will gain the following skills and competencies:
- Information Access and Interpretation: Ability to use technologies to effectively access and interpret information.
- Problem-Solving: Analytical skills to investigate and solve unfamiliar problems using web technologies such as HTML 5.0, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and AngularJS.
- Data Handling: Confidence and competence in handling and using quantitative data.
- Communication Skills: Proficiency in using communication technologies effectively.
- Web Application Architecture: Understanding of the multi-tier architecture of web-based enterprise applications using Enterprise JavaBeans. Ability to integrate Servlets and JSPs with EJB and databases in J2EE applications.
- .NET Framework Proficiency: Understanding of .NET architecture and ability to develop and maintain applications.
- Practical Application: Hands-on experience through the Software Project module, including teamwork, software development methodologies, good programming practices, and technical report and presentation skills.
The PG DAC course is designed to provide both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in advanced computing. With a strong focus on programming, software development methodologies, and industry-relevant frameworks, this program prepares students for a successful career in the IT industry.