What you'll learn
The Professional Diploma in Computer Application (PDCA) is an advanced one-year program designed to build strong IT, Design, Web, Accounting, and Professional Skills. Students learn everything from basic computing to advanced graphic designing, web development, tally with GST, advanced Excel, English communication, and personality development.
The course is fully practical with projects, assignments, and job-oriented training.
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Course Syllabus
1. Computer Fundamentals
- Introduction to Computers
- Types of Computers
- Hardware & Software
- Input/Output Devices
- Storage Devices
- Number System (Binary basics)
2. Operating System – Windows
- Desktop, Taskbar, Start Menu
- File & Folder Management
- Copy, Move, Rename, Delete
- Control Panel & Personalization
- Keyboard Shortcuts
- System Settings
3. Typing & Productivity Skills
- English Typing Basics
- Speed & Accuracy Practice
- Shortcut Keys for Fast Work
4. MS Office
MS Word
- Document Creation
- Formatting & Editing
- Tables & Images
- Mail Merge
- Resume & Letter Design
MS Excel
- Cell/Row/Column Basics
- Basic Formulas (SUM, AVERAGE, MAX, MIN)
- Formatting Sheets
- Sorting, Filtering
- Basic Charts
- Attendance & Expense Sheet
MS PowerPoint
- Slides & Themes
- Animations & Transitions
- Presentation Creation
- Tips for Effective PPT
5. Internet & Email
- Web Browsing & Searching
- Online Forms & Downloads
- Email Creation
- Gmail Features (Labels, Filters, Attachments)
- Google Drive Basics
6. Basic Projects
- Word Project (Resume)
- Excel Project (Report Sheet)
- PPT Project (Presentation)
7.Advanced Excel
- VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, XLOOKUP
- SUMIF, COUNTIF, IF conditions
- Pivot Table & Pivot Charts
- Dashboard Creation
- MIS Reporting
- Data Validation
- Conditional Formatting
8. Intermediate Graphic Designing
1. Introduction to Graphic Designing
- What is Designing?
- Types of Design
- RGB/CMYK Concepts
- Designing Basics (Layout, Typography, Color Theory)
2. Adobe Photoshop
Basic
- Photoshop Interface & Workspace
- Tools (Move, Brush, Eraser, Gradient)
- Layers & Layer Styles
- Selection Tools
- Cropping & Image Resize
- Color Mode & Image Adjustments
- Text & Shape Tools
- Basic Photo Retouching
- Social Media Post Basics
Intermediate
- Smart Objects & Smart Filters
- Advanced Masking
- Double Exposure Effects
- Matte Painting Basics
- Color Correction (Curves, Levels, LUTs)
- Advanced Retouching
- Poster Design Layout
- Creative Blending Techniques
3.CorelDRAW
Basic
- Corel Interface
- Shapes & Curve Tools
- Color Fill & Outlines
- Page Setup & Document Layout
- Text & Typography Basics
- Logo Basics
- Simple Visiting Card Design
Intermediate
- PowerClip, Transparency, Blend
- Professional Logo Design
- Flyer, Poster & Brochure Layout
- Page Layout Techniques
- Prepress Basic Settings
- Advanced Typography
- Print Setup & Exporting
4.Adobe Illustrator
Basic
- Illustrator Interface
- Pen Tool Basics
- Vector Shapes & Paths
- Color Theory, Swatches
- Typography Basics
- Icon Creation
Intermediate
- Flat Illustrations
- Character Illustration Basics
- 3D & Advanced Gradient Techniques
- Logo Variations & Branding Shapes
- Vector Scene Building
- Complex Pen Tool Paths
5. Adobe InDesign
Basic
- Interface & Tools
- Text Frame & Image Frame
- Master Pages
- Basic Page Layout
- Simple Magazine Page
Intermediate
- Multi-page Documents
- Catalog & Brochure Layout
- Table & Grid Layout
- Image Wrapping
- Advanced Master Page Use
- Portfolio / Book Layout
6.Adobe Animate
Basic
- Timeline, Keyframes
- Motion & Shape Tween
- Basic Logo / Text Animation
Intermediate
- Character Rigging Basic
- Complex Motion Tweens
- Vector Animation
- Social Media Ad Animation
- Animated Banner Design
9. Web Designing (HTML + CSS + JavaScript)
Basic
- HTML Tags, Text, Images
- Links, Lists, Tables
- Forms & Inputs
- Basic CSS Styling
Intermediate
- Flexbox & Grid
- Responsive Website Design
- Navigation Bar
- Basic JavaScript Functions
- Image Slider / Form Validation
- Portfolio Webpage
10.TALLY WITH GST
1. Introduction to Tally Prime
- Features & Benefits
- Installation & Interface
- Company Creation & Management
2. Accounting Masters
- Groups
- Ledgers
- Basics of Accounting
- Debit & Credit Rules
3. Inventory Masters
- Stock Items
- Units of Measure
- Stock Groups
- Opening Stock
4. Voucher Entries
- Contra, Payment, Receipt
- Journal Entries
- Sales & Purchase
- GST Billing
- Debit & Credit Notes
- Inventory Vouchers
5. GST in Tally
- GST Concepts
- GST Ledgers
- GST Invoices
- Tax Calculation
- GST Reports
6. Basic Financial Reports
- Day Book
- Trial Balance
- Profit & Loss
- Balance Sheet
7. Practical Accounting Project
- Create a full company
- GST-based billing
- Ledger & stock creation
- Financial statements
11.English Communication
- Grammar
- Daily Use Sentences
- Basic Conversation
- Email Writing
- Group Discussion
- Public Speaking Practice
12.Personality Development
- Confidence Building
- Introduction & Body Language
- Interview Skills
- Teamwork & Leadership
- Communication Skills