History of MCA & About Us




Andhra Loyola College was established in 1954 and is managed by the Loyola College Society, Guntur –Vijayawada. The ‘Jesuits', who manage the institution, are members of an international religious order of Catholic Priests and Brothers known as "The Society of Jesus", founded by the Soldier turned Saint, Ignatius of Loyola, with the aim of serving God and humanity. The Society of Jesus, otherwise known as ‘ the Jesuit Order' , carries out its mission chiefly through its educational institutions. There are more than 2000 such institutions established by the Society of Jesus throughout the world. The vision of Jesuit education is to form leaders in service in imitation of Jesus Christ, men and women of competence, conscience and compassionate commitment. Andhra Loyola College is one such educational institution founded by the Society of Jesus. It takes its name from the founder of the Jesuit Order, St Ignatius of Loyola. 

ABOUT DEPARTMENT


 The Postgraduate Department of Computer Applications was started in 1994, with a three-year full-time MCA program approved by AICTE and affiliated with Krishna University. The Department aims at providing quality computer professionals, besides preparing professionally competent, ethically conscious, and socially responsible students to cater to the present needs of information technology and society.

The objective of this department is to develop exemplary individuals both in profession and in society. Therefore consistent and constant efforts are made to groom each student professionally and individually.  The faculty members are ever ready to guide the students in their difficulties. The students find mentoring activities very useful. The department undertakes many Co-circular & Extracurricular activities on a regular basis encouraging all the students to participate effectively.
The department has an eminently qualified & experienced exuberant faculty representing all significant streams of IT discipline. The department is also assisted by professionals from different areas in the IT sector, who enrich the students to develop into competent professionals in the demanding and dynamic environment.

           Mini projects are made mandatory for the students from the third semester which helps them to enhance their analytical skills and programming logic thereby becoming exuberant. 
           

Department of MCA: (Master of Computer Applications)

The Department of MCA was established in the academic year 1994 - 95 with an intake of 60 students (42 from counseling and 18 from management). It was first affiliated with Acharya Nagarjuna University and later with Krishna University, Machilipatnam. From the academic year 2017-2018, Loyola has been granted the status of autonomy for PG courses. We developed a new syllabus (with Python, Android application development, Big Data, Cloud Computing, etc.) for the upcoming batches in order to meet the requirements of the software industry. We offer CBCS (Choice-based Credit System) as part of our curriculum.
MCA is a two-year program with one full semester devoted to project work. In addition to the core courses in Computer Science covering the basic knowledge areas, there are other courses from Management that enable the students to acquire the required skills for a successful future career. The elective courses offered in the emerging areas give them an opportunity to be at the forefront of technology and applications. The whole-semester individual project is expected to give students an experience in tackling many a problem from its specification through design, implementation, and testing to possible deployment and maintenance planning.
Program Objectives:
1. To excel in problem-solving and programming skills in the various computing fields of IT
    Industries.
2. To develop the ability to plan, analyze, design, code, test, implement & maintain a software  
    product for real-time systems. To promote students’ capability to set up their own enterprises in     
    various sectors of Computer Applications.
3. To help students in finding solutions and developing system-based applications for real-time   
    problems in various domains involving technical, managerial, economic & social constraints.

4. We encourage students to do an in-house mini-project under faculty guidance in order to teach
    them the necessary skills to do the major project in the future.
5. On completion of the mini-project, students will feel competent to complete their major projects.
Program Outcomes:
1. Application of knowledge of mathematical, algorithmic, and computing principles.

2. Analysis and interpretation of data, making inferences from the resulting data and applying technical skills to solve real time problems.

3. Designing a system or module to meet desired needs, which undergoes various phases of software development lifecycle.

4. Investigating, designing, and conducting experiments by applying critical thinking to solve complex problems.

5. Making effective use of modern tools and techniques to develop a software system.

6. Inculcating a professional and ethical attitude.

7. Understanding the need for and having an ability to inculcate quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.

8. Developing managerial skills in multidisciplinary approach.

9. Preparing technical documents and making effective presentation.

10. Developing teamwork and leadership skills necessary to function productively and professionally towards a common goal.

11. Developing as an entrepreneur in the software domain through innovative approach.
Salient Features:
Ø Student-friendly College Management with an international exposure and expertise.
Ø Competent and committed staff with many years of experience in teaching and exposure.
Ø Foundation Courses for all students to get familiarized with the latest computer technology.
Ø General electives like communication skills, soft skills, etc., are part of our curriculum.
Ø Regular field trips, seminars, talks by experts, workshops, etc., for the benefit of students.
Ø A vast campus with an excellent infrastructure and a well-furnished computer lab.
Ø All newspapers and magazines available in air-conditioned PG library and Reading Room.
Ø An eco-friendly green campus serving generations of students for more than 6 decades.
Ø Spacious playgrounds for all games along with a modern gym for students.
Ø Free medical service by a resident doctor and a nurse during working hours.
Ø Campus canteen with reasonable rates for staff and students.
Ø Separate hostels for men and women with excellent facilities at affordable charges.
Ø Excellent Placement Cell with a good track record for all professional students.
Ø Annual Cultural Week BHAVANA for PG students to promote ‘Cultures for Unity’.
Ø A galaxy of eminent and illustrious alumni/ae spreading Loyola culture all over the world.
Ø One has to be very fortunate to get a golden chance to study at Loyola!

Please visit our blog:  http://alcmcadept14.blogspot.in/?m=1
Contact Us:

The PG Department of Computer Application,

PG Block,
Andhra Loyola College,
Vijayawada.
PIN Code: 520008
Telephone: 0866-2474902
email: alcmcadept@gmail.com

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