Semester 1 (Months 1–6)

1. Computer Fundamentals

• Introduction to Computers
• Characteristics and Applications of Computers
• Hardware Components (CPU, Input/Output Devices)
• Memory (Primary & Secondary)
• Software Concepts (System & Application Software)
• Operating Systems (Windows Basics)
• File & Folder Management
• Booting and Shutdown Process
• Introduction to Computer Networks
• Basics of Cyber Security

2. Operating System (Windows)

• Windows Interface
• Desktop, Icons, Taskbar
• Control Panel & Settings
• File Explorer
• Installing & Uninstalling Software
• System Tools & Utilities
• Backup and Restore
• Shortcut Keys

3. MS Word

• Introduction to Word Processing
• Creating, Saving & Editing Documents
• Formatting Text & Paragraphs
• Page Setup & Printing
• Tables, Columns & Styles
• Headers, Footers & Page Numbers
• Mail Merge
• Resume & Letter Preparation
• Shortcuts & Practical Projects

4. MS Excel

• Basics of Spreadsheet
• Rows, Columns & Cells
• Data Entry & Formatting
• Formulas & Functions (SUM, AVERAGE, IF, COUNT)
• Charts & Graphs
• Sorting & Filtering
• Conditional Formatting
• Basic Data Analysis
• Practical Business Worksheets

Semester 2 (Months 7–12)

5. MS PowerPoint

• Introduction to Presentations
• Creating Slides
• Slide Layouts & Designs
• Inserting Text, Images, Tables & Charts
• Animations & Transitions
• Slide Show Settings
• Business & Academic Presentation Projects

6. Internet & Digital Skills

• Introduction to Internet
• Web Browsers & Search Engines
• Email Creation & Management
• Online Forms & Applications
• Digital Payments (UPI, Net Banking)
• Social Media Basics
• Online Safety & Cyber Ethics
• Cloud Storage (Google Drive, OneDrive)
• Government Portals & Online Services

7. Adobe Photoshop

• Introduction to Graphic Designing
• Photoshop Interface & Tools
• Image Editing & Retouching
• Layers & Masks
• Color Correction & Effects
• Text & Typography
• Poster, Banner & Social Media Design
• Photo Restoration Basics
• Practical Design Projects

8. HTML (Web Designing Basics)

• Introduction to Web & WWW
• HTML Structure & Syntax
• Basic Tags (HTML, HEAD, BODY)
• Text Formatting Tags
• Links, Images & Lists
• Tables & Forms
• Audio & Video Embedding
• Basic Website Creation
• Hosting Overview

9. Digital Productivity & Soft Skills

• Typing Practice (English/Hindi Basics)
• Communication Skills
• Office Etiquette
• Resume Writing
• Interview Preparation
• Time Management
• Digital Workplace Skills

Practical Training & Project Work

• Hands-on Practical Sessions
• Office Automation Projects
• Graphic Design Portfolio
• Website Design Mini Project
• Final Practical Examination

Assessment Pattern

• Monthly Tests
• Practical Assignments
• Semester Exams
• Final Project Submission

Career Opportunities After DCA

• Computer Operator
• Office Assistant
• Data Entry Operator
• Graphic Design Assistant
• Junior Web Designer
• Digital Office Executive
• Freelancing & Self-Employment