In India, significant developments in the use of computers have taken place in the industrial and the commercial sectors. Computers have wide application in these fields. The computer, with its versatility, accelerates one’s ability to solve many problems related to teaching, research and administration that are encountered in higher education. This study was undertaken in order to sketch the current state of computer penetration, its use, application and its impact on higher education.

One of the foremost formal courses for computer science in the country was started by the Indian Statistical Institute in 1962. In the late 60’s IIT ’s (Bombay and Madras) introduced computer courses as elective under electrical engineering. Till early 70s computer courses were offered as a part of an engineering curriculum. Late it was imparted as a specialization course in only national institutions like IIT’s, and IISREC, that too in limited areas, computer hardware and software. In the 80s, courses on computer science, engineering and applications were introduced in several universities and institution with the encouragement and support of the central and state governments. At present there are following types of computer courses:

Certificate Courses in Programming
Diploma in Computer Application
Bachelor in Computer Application (BCA)
Master in Computer Application (MCA)

But today, Online MCA and Online BCA Course are in most demand at university level. There are more than 300 degree level colleges in the north eastern region, where BCA Course and MCA Programs and other computer courses can be started in order to generate manpower of professional level for joining IT-enabled services and also undertaking higher education.

During the meeting information technology infrastructure North-East was discussed in detail, especially the main requirement to IT industry in the region. Software technology Park, IT Park are basically 100 per cent EOU for undertaking software development work using the high speed data communication link for physical export (electronic and software) of professional services – or consultancy services/development of software.

Computer engineers though are mostly involved in IT industries, they are gaining more in demand in other industries viz., banking, and airlines, public utilities, manufacturing sector etc., as industry are becoming more technology oriented and computerized.

Computing professionals might find themselves in a variety of environments in academics, research, industry, government, private and business organization-analyzing problems for solutions, formulating and testing, using advanced communications or multi-media equipment, or working in teams for product development. Here’s a short list of research and vocational areas in computing.

Birla Institute of Technology (BIT), Mesra, has come up with a five-year integrated course of master of business administration (MBA) and master of computer application (MCA) for the Class XII pass-outs this year, giving them an opportunity to take admission to the courses apart from joining medical, engineering and law stream.

Admission for the current academic session is almost complete and both the courses have been introduced for 2011-2016 session.

Students will be selected for the MCA programme on the basis of rank obtained in the All India Engineering Entrance examination ( AIEEE), whereas direct admission can be sought for MBA based on marks obtained in the Plus Two final.

Addressing a press conference here on Tuesday, BIT Mesra vice-chancellor Ajay Chakravorty said the integrated 5-year MCA and MBA programmes were conceived by the institution keeping under consideration the requirement and demand of industry for perfectly groomed managerial talent in the country. “The integrated MCA programme seeks to meet the increased demand for high-end manpower for the ever-growing IT sector for which India boasts of having world’s largest and most qualified pool of scientific and engineering manpower,” he said adding that the programme sought to instill a problem-solving approach in students towards the fast evolving field of computer application.

On the benefits of integrated course, Chakravorty said it saved the students one year while providing the same value-added inputs in computer application and they (students) did not have to re-appear in an entrance examination for MCA. “Once a student after passing out from Plus Two course decides to join MCA, he or she can straight way join the integrated course and avoid cut-throat competition that comes on their way during admission to MCA. At the same time, they can complete the course in five years instead of investing 3 years in graduation followed by 3-year postgraduation in MCA,” he said.

Uttarakhand Technical University is a newly formed University. It is situated at Vasant Vihar in Dehradun of the state Uttarakhand. University’s endeavor is to impart best quality technical education.It was established in 2004, earlier all the technical colleges in Uttarakhand were affiliated to UP Technical University. Its main aim is to help Uttarakhand in its technical development.

It offers courses both at graduate and postgraduate levels. At graduate level it offers B.Tech, B.Pharma, A.Arch and BHMCT. It grants engineering degree in applied electronics & instrumentation, electrical & electronics engineering, bio – chemical engineering, civil engineering, computer science & engineering, electrical engineering, electronics & communication engineering, industrial & production engineering, information technology and mechanical engineering. Under its postgraduate program the University awards degree in MBA, MCA, M.Pharma and M.Tech. All the courses offered by this University is also approved by All India Council of Technical Education.

The admission procedure involves a State Entrance Examination usually conducted in the month of June and exam forms for the same are available in second week of April. Colleges affiliated to this University includes Dev Bhoomi Institute of Technology, Graphic era Institute of Technology, Dehradun Institute of Technology and many more. The students appeared and qualified AIEEE exam and who are domicile of Uttarakhand or have completed 10+2 exams from any Institute of Uttarakhand are eligible to get admission in UKTEC.

The UKTU counseling for all branches of B.Tech is conducted in three phase. If you have not appeared for AIEEE, you can still have the chance to get into UKTECH colleges. For such students merit will be generated according to the 10+2 marks and it will be considered during third phase of counseling. All the news related to admission is published in all the major state dailies.

Anna University (Chennai) has announced the results of the TANCET 2011 – Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test.

Students had been eagerly awaiting for any official confirmation from the University about the date and time of declaration. According to media reports, the TANCET Results were to be announced on June 22, 2011. It was finally announced this morning.

TANCET 2011 was conducted on May 28, 2011 by Anna University (Chennai) for admission to the MBA, MCA and ME/ M.Tech./ M.Arch./ M.Plan courses.
The TANCET Results are available on the following website

http://www.annauniv.edu

University of Delhi Admission to M.Sc. (Computer Science), MCA, PGDCA

Courses Offered
Applications are invited for admission to the following programmes:

Master of Computer Applications (MCA ) – 3 Years

M.Sc. (Computer Science) – 2 Years

Post-Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications (PGDCA)

Eligibility
(A) Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

(a) (i) B.Sc. (Honours) Computer Science (10+2+3 scheme) from University of Delhi or any other University whose examination is recognized as equivalent to University of Delhi with 60% marks in aggregate.

(a) (ii) Any bachelor degree from the University of Delhi with atleast one paper in Mathematical Sciences under annual mode/ atleast two papers in Mathematical Sciences in semester mode or an equivalent degree. Minimum percentage required 60% marks in aggregate (Relaxation of 5% marks for the candidates belonging to SC/ST categories).

(B) M.Sc. (Computer Science)

(a) (i) B.Sc. (Honours) Computer Science (10+2+3 scheme) from University of Delhi or any other University whose examination is recognized as equivalent to University of Delhi with 60% marks in aggregate

(ii) B.Sc. Applied Physical Sciences with Mathematics and Computer Science / B.Sc.(General) Mathematical Sciences, (10+2+3 scheme) with Mathematics and Computer Science from University of Delhi or any other University whose examination is recognized as equivalent to University of Delhi. Minimum Percentage required: 60% marks in the aggregate along with 60% marks in Computer Science and Mathematics separately.

(iii) Any Bachelor’s Degree of University of Delhi or an equivalent examinations, with at least six papers in Computer Science and two papers in Mathematics under Semester system / at least four papers in Computer Science and one paper in Mathematics under Annual Examination System. Minimum Percentage required 60% marks in the aggregate, and 60% marks in Computer Science and Mathematics separately. (Relaxation of 5% marks for the candidates belonging to SC / ST categories for all of the three above) (b)

The candidates who are appearing in the final year examinations of the degree on the basis of which admission is sought [as mentioned above in B (a)] are also eligible to apply.

Age Limit: (i) No person shall be eligible for admission to first year of the MCA / M.Sc. (Computer Science) course in the University unless he / she is twenty years of age before the first day of October of the year in which he/she seeks admission.

How To Apply
All applications are downloadable from the university website http://cs.du.ac.in/msc_admissions.htm

Application Fee For:
MCA / M.Sc. (Computer Science) Rs. 800 for General Category Rs. 400 for SC / ST / PH Category
Mode of Payment: Payment should be made by crossed Bank Draft only in favour of “Registrar, University of Delhi” payable at New Delhi

Contact Details
Department of Computer Science, 1st Floor, New Academic Block, University of Delhi, Delhi – 110007
Tel: +91-11-27667591, 27667059
Fax: +91-11-27662553
Website: http://cs.du.ac.in
Last date for receipt of form
15 June 2011

Note
Entrance Date Schedule:
For MCA: 4th July, 2011
M.Sc. (Computer Science): Sunday, 26th June, 2011

Gujarat Technological University has finalised the exam schedule for Gujarat Common Entrance Test – GCET.

The exam in-charge registrar of the university Dr GP Vadodaria said the test will be conducted in two phases. “The first phase of the exam will be conducted from June 25 to 28. The first three days of the same will be reserved for the exam while the last day will be for rectification of any error that happened during the first three days,” he said.

Students will be given an option to appear for the second phase if they are not satisfied with their performance in the first phase. The second phase will commence from June 29 to July 2. “Merit list will be prepared on the basis of the highest score of any of the two phases,” said Vadodaria.

GCET is a state level common entrance test for acquiring admission to the Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Computer Application (MCA) courses offered in Gujarat. There are some 12,000 MBA seats and 5,500 MCA seats available in Gujarat. On Wednesday, officials of GTU held a meeting to decide the dates and schedule of the exam. GCET will be conducted online.

GTU will designate Punjab National Bank branches to distribute booklets and PIN numbers to candidates. Students can collect the booklets from designated PNB branches from June 9 to 18. GTU officials have also decided to declare the results of the test immediately after the online test.

M.P. Professional exam board MCA Entrance 2011

M.P. Professional examination board, Bhopal will conduct entrance tests for admission to AICTE approved MCA/MBA courses in institutions located in the state of Madhya Pradesh for the academic session 2011-12

Madhya Pradesh Professional Examination Board (VYAPAM) invites applications for Master of Computer Application Entrance (MCA) and Management Entrance Test (MET) 2011 for admission to 2 years (Four Semester) MBA, and allied courses (Full Time), 3 years (Six Semesters) MBA and Allied Courses (Part Time) and Master of Computer Application (MCA) (Full Time).

Eligibility for MET 2011

The Candidates should be an Indian National.

Educational Qualifications:
MBA & Allied Courses:

A candidate seeking admission to MBA and Allied Courses should be a Graduate or post Graduate with at least 50% marks (For example 750 marks obtained out of 1500 marks, rounding of marks or percentage will not be allowed) and 40% marks (For example 600 marks obtained out of 1500 marks, rounding of marks or percentage will not be allowed) in case of SC, ST, OBC (excluding Creamy Layer) category of Madhya Pradesh in aggregate of any UGC/ AICTE approved Indian University or from a foreign University recognized by Association of Indian Universities (AIU) or institute recognized by the concerned University as equivalent thereto.

The Bachelor’s degree must be of minimum three years duration after passing Higher Secondary (10+2) examination of (10+2) system or equivalent.

MCA COURSE:

A candidate seeking admission to MCA Course should be a Graduate of any UGC/AICTE approved Indian University or from a foreign University recognized by Association of Indian Universities (AIU) or institute recognized by the concerned University as equivalent thereto. The Bachelor’s degree must be of minimum three years duration in any discipline with Mathematics as compulsory or an additional subject at either Higher Secondary (10+2) or at Graduation level.

Candidates with Bachelor of Computer Application (B.C.A.) degree of minimum three years duration are also eligible for admission.

NOTE:
Candidates in the Final year of above degree examination can also appear in the MET-2011 test/ PreMCA-2011 test on provisional basis. But such a candidate shall have to produce the original certificate of having passed/mark sheet of the final year of the degree examination at the time of Counselling from the concerned University.
How To Apply

Online Submission of Application Form: Candidates can submit only Online Application Form from 21.12.2010 to 12.01.2010 either through website www.vyapam.nic.in or www.mponline.gov.in. Candidates shall have to pay fees as mentioned below either through cash at authorized kiosks of MP online or Credit Card / Debit Card or Net Banking.
Pre MCA: Rs.700/- + 50/- online service charge
MET: Rs.1300/- + 50/- online service charge
Pre MCA + MET (Both): Rs.1500/- + 50/- online service charge
Last date for receipt of form: 12 January 2011
Entrance Date: 06 February 2011 (MET: Forenoon Session 9.00 Am to 12.00 Noon
MCA: Afternoon Session 3.00 PM to 5.15 PM)
For details visit: http://www.vyapam.nic.in

Today software courses are in great demand among students and working professionals. These software courses provide you incredible career opportunities in many software companies and also secure your future. Some of the most opted software courses are VB.NET, Java Development, Oracle, C#, and Microsoft SQL Server. All these software courses promise you an excellent career prospect, good salary package and promotions. You could apply for various positions such as developers, programmer, IT Analyst, Tester etc in major software companies. They have great requirement for these software developers, programmers and analysts.

Today companies are ready to pay a good sum of money if the individuals have good years of genuine experience of working in the software field.

Over the years India has significantly contributed in computer technology and development. But the recent depression had broken the backbone of Indian IT industry. The demand of many developers, software engineers and programmers was severely hit hard at that time. They were no jobs in the market and many had to pass through this ordeal for a year or so.

However, this period is completely over and jobs are back in the market. Today many Java developers, software engineers and programmers are working in various international projects in India and outside. They are being paid very good salary along with many other lucrative perks. Therefore, software courses have become so hit among young individuals as they also provide them a good chance to work outside their country and gain global experience. As a developer or programmer you are being paid a good salary package, your experience in the field also plays an important role in getting you a job and pay hike.

The future of Indian software companies is very bright; they are recruiting a large number of IT professionals and have a huge turnover in a year. The well known software companies of India- IBM, Microsoft, Accenture, INTEL, TCS, and HCL etc. All these companies have great strength of Java developers, DOT NET experts, and programmers working at their different projects.

JAVA developers are not only required in software companies but also have a demand in financial sectors like Banks. There is also an increase in the salary graph of Java developers. In addition with this, you may also apply for project manager post in a reputed company if you have years of experience and diploma/ degree in software courses.

Today, computer engineering jobs continue to command competitive salaries and opportunities. Their unique skill set makes them invaluable for every company, especially those that involves communication and technology. So if you are interested to pursue a computer engineer job, here are 10 essential information about your prospective career:

1. What does a computer engineer do? They are equipped with the competencies of both an electrical engineer and a computer scientist. The marriage of two highly technical professions resulted to a very in-demand offspring.

2. The job description can be used in any industry where computers play a crucial role in its business operation. They can design new systems to meet evolving business requirements, and also help maintain and improve these set-ups.

3. A salary reveals the scope and depth of their duties and responsibilities. In the United States, the median annual earning of a computer engineering job reaches the $100,000 pay scale. It is one of the highest paid specializations in the engineering profession.

4. Robotics is one of the more exciting growth areas of a computer engineering career. As businesses continue to seek ways to lower operational costs, the advent of a well-oiled and flawless machine becomes an attractive promise.

5. Much of our modern conveniences are the creation of this field. Since embedded systems comprise an important area of this profession, then we owe our digital media players, mobile phones, alarm systems, and x-ray machines to these forward-looking scientists.

6. Because of its popularity, it is offered in a large number of universities and colleges. Each has their own expertise, so choose an institution that can give you the best training in your preferred field.

7. Interesting fact: guess who will be the next to take on a computer engineering job? None other than the Barbie doll, who has been anyone from a fitness instructor to a high-powered business executive.

8. Hardware or software? Computer engineers need not choose one, because they are adept in both. They are concerned from the architecture to the programmed design of a system.

9. Computer engineers have the option to specialize on the following areas: artificial intelligence, computer systems, computer architecture, computer networks and integrated circuits, as well as systems and computations.

10. These are the non-negotiable skills and attitudes of a computer engineer: analytical, detail-oriented, and must be able to work in team situations, especially when fixing a systems problem where other departments are involved.

Today, computer engineering jobs continue to command competitive salaries and opportunities. Their unique skill set makes them invaluable for every company, especially those that involves communication and technology. So if you are interested to pursue a computer engineer job, here are 10 essential information about your prospective career:

1. What does a computer engineer do? They are equipped with the competencies of both an electrical engineer and a computer scientist. The marriage of two highly technical professions resulted to a very in-demand offspring.

2. The job description can be used in any industry where computers play a crucial role in its business operation. They can design new systems to meet evolving business requirements, and also help maintain and improve these set-ups.

3. A salary reveals the scope and depth of their duties and responsibilities. In the United States, the median annual earning of a computer engineering job reaches the $100,000 pay scale. It is one of the highest paid specializations in the engineering profession.

4. Robotics is one of the more exciting growth areas of a computer engineering career. As businesses continue to seek ways to lower operational costs, the advent of a well-oiled and flawless machine becomes an attractive promise.

5. Much of our modern conveniences are the creation of this field. Since embedded systems comprise an important area of this profession, then we owe our digital media players, mobile phones, alarm systems, and x-ray machines to these forward-looking scientists.

6. Because of its popularity, it is offered in a large number of universities and colleges. Each has their own expertise, so choose an institution that can give you the best training in your preferred field.

7. Interesting fact: guess who will be the next to take on a computer engineering job? None other than the Barbie doll, who has been anyone from a fitness instructor to a high-powered business executive.

8. Hardware or software? Computer engineers need not choose one, because they are adept in both. They are concerned from the architecture to the programmed design of a system.

9. Computer engineers have the option to specialize on the following areas: artificial intelligence, computer systems, computer architecture, computer networks and integrated circuits, as well as systems and computations.

10. These are the non-negotiable skills and attitudes of a computer engineer: analytical, detail-oriented, and must be able to work in team situations, especially when fixing a systems problem where other departments are involved.

For sure, the job can lead to a rewarding and prosperous career. With the 10 basic facts presented above, you are ready to explore a profession that is attuned to modern times.