The ADCA (Advanced Diploma in Computer Applications) is a comprehensive course designed to provide students with advanced skills in computer applications, focusing on areas like office productivity tools, internet technologies, programming languages, and networking.

Module 1: Introduction to Computers

Understanding Computers

• What is a Computer?
• Types of Computers: Desktop, Laptop, and Mobile Devices
• Components of a Computer: CPU, Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse, etc.
• Basic File Management (Creating, Renaming, Deleting Files/Folders)

Basic Software Applications

• Word Processing (Microsoft Word)
• Spreadsheet Software (Microsoft Excel)
• Presentation Software (Microsoft PowerPoint)
• Basics: Browsing, Search Engines, and Email (Using Gmail)

Module 2: Introduction to Accounting

Basics of Accounting

• What is Accounting?
• Importance of Accounting
• Key Accounting Terms: Ledger, Journal, Trial Balance, Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Account, etc.

Types of Accounts

• Personal, Real, and Nominal Accounts
• Rules of Debit and Credit
• The Accounting Cycle

Module 3: Introduction to Tally Prime

Getting Started with Tally Prime

• What is Tally Prime?
• Creating a Company in Tally Prime
• Navigating the Tally Prime Interface
• Configuration Settings

Basics of Accounting in Tally Prime

• Ledger Creation
• Group Creation and Classification
• Introduction to Vouchers in Tally Prime

Recording Transactions

• Entering Accounting Vouchers (Sales, Purchases, Receipts, Payments, etc.)
• Altering and Deleting Vouchers
• Contra, Payment, Receipt, and Journal Entries
• Generating Reports in Tally Prime
• Trial Balance
• Profit & Loss Account
• Balance Sheet
• Cash Flow Statement
• Stock Summary Reports

Basic Inventory Concepts

• Inventory and Stock Management Overview
• Units of Measurement
• Stock Groups and Categories
• Creating Stock Items
• Inventory Creation
• Managing Stock with Units
• Handling Opening Stock

Recording Inventory Transactions

• Stock Journals
• Sales and Purchase Transactions
• Stock Transfer and Adjustments
• Inventory Reports
• Stock Summary
• Movement Analysis
• Stock Valuation

Module 4: Taxation in Tally Prime

Introduction to GST (Goods and Services Tax)

• Overview of GST in India
• GST Registration and Compliance
• Enabling GST Features
• Creating GST Ledgers
• Recording GST-Compliant Transactions

GST Reports in Tally Prime

• GSTR-1, GSTR-2, and GSTR-3B Reports
• Filing GST Returns

Module 5: Adobe Photoshop

Introduction to Photoshop

• Overview of Adobe Photoshop Interface
• Understanding Image Types: Bitmap vs. Vector
• Basic Tools: Move, Marquee, Lasso, Crop, and Brush Tool

Working with Layers

• Understanding Layers and Layer Properties
• Creating, Deleting, and Managing Layers
• Layer Masking and Blending Modes
• Working with Layer Styles (Drop Shadow, Bevel, etc.)

Image Editing and Retouching

• Image Adjustments: Brightness, Contrast, Hue, Saturation
• Using the Clone Stamp and Healing Brush Tool
• Retouching Photos: Removing Blemishes, Red-Eye, and Wrinkles
• Transformations: Scale, Rotate, Skew, and Warp

Advanced Photoshop Techniques

• Working with Text and Typography
• Creating and Applying Filters
• Introduction to Pen Tool and Path Creation
• Designing Simple Graphics and Posters

Module 6: Corel DRAW

Introduction to Corel DRAW

• Overview of Corel DRAW Interface
• Understanding Vector Graphics
• Creating and Managing Documents in Corel DRAW
• Basic Drawing Tools: Rectangle, Ellipse, Polygon, and Line Tool

Working with Shapes and Colors

• Combining and Modifying Shapes (Weld, Trim, Intersect)
• Understanding and Applying Colour Palettes
• Working with Gradients, Patterns, and Textures
• Using the Bezier Tool for Custom Shapes

Advanced Corel DRAW Techniques

• Working with Text and Typography in Corel DRAW
• Creating and Applying Effects (Drop Shadow, Contour, Envelope)
• Designing Logos, Business Cards, and Brochures
• Importing and Exporting Files for Different Purposes

Module 7: Adobe PageMaker

Introduction to Adobe PageMaker

• Overview of PageMaker Interface
• Understanding Page Layout and Composition
• Creating and Managing Documents in PageMaker
• Working with Text Blocks and Frames

Working with Graphics and Images

• Importing and Placing Graphics in PageMaker
• Managing Links and Embedding Images
• Text Wrapping and Flowing Around Images
• Creating Master Pages and Templates

Module 8: Introduction to Programming in C

Basics of C Language

• Overview of C Programming
• History and Importance of C
• Setting up the Environment
• Structure of a C Program
• Compiling and Running C Programs

Data Types and Variables

• Basic Data Types (int, float, char, etc.)
• Declaring and Initializing Variables
• Constants and Literals
• Input and Output in C (scanf and printf)

Operators and Expressions

• Arithmetic Operators
• Relational and Logical Operators
• Increment/Decrement Operators
• Bitwise Operators

Control Flow Statements

• Conditional Statements: if, else, switch
• Loops: for, while, do-while
• Nested Loops
• Break, Continue, and Goto Statements

Functions in C

• Function Declaration and Definition
• Function Arguments and Return Values
• Passing Arguments by Value and Reference

Arrays and Strings

• Declaring and Initializing Arrays
• Accessing Array Elements
• Multi-dimensional Arrays
• Strings and String Handling Functions

Pointers

• Introduction to Pointers
• Pointer Arithmetic
• Pointers and Arrays
• Pointers and Functions

File Handling in C

• Opening and Closing Files
• Reading from and Writing to Files
• File Pointers
• Error Handling in File Operations

Module 9: Programming with C++

Introduction to C++

• Overview of C++ and Evolution from C
• Key Features of C++
• Structure of a C++ Program
• Input/Output in C++ (cin, cout)

Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

• Introduction to OOP Concepts
• Classes and Objects
• Data Members and Member Functions
• Access Specifiers (Public, Private, Protected)
• Constructors and Destructors

Inheritance

• Types of Inheritance (Single, Multiple, Multilevel, Hierarchical, Hybrid)
• Base and Derived Classes
• Function Overriding
• Constructors in Derived Classes

Polymorphism

• Compile-Time Polymorphism (Function Overloading, Operator Overloading)
• Runtime Polymorphism (Virtual Functions, Abstract Classes)
• Pointers to Objects
• this Pointer

Encapsulation and Abstraction

• Concept of Encapsulation
• Data Hiding and Access Control
• Abstract Classes and Interfaces

Module 10: Programming with Visual Basic (VB)

Introduction to Visual Basic

• Overview of Visual Basic and Its Evolution
• Setting Up Visual Studio for Visual Basic
• Understanding the VB IDE
• Writing and Running VB Programs

Basics of VB Syntax

• Variables and Data Types
• Operators in VB
• Control Flow Statements (If, ElseIf, Select Case)
• Loops in VB (For, While, Do While)

Procedures and Functions

• Subroutines vs Functions
• Parameter Passing (ByVal, ByRef)
• Return Values from Functions
• Built-in Functions in VB

Working with Forms

• Creating and Designing Windows Forms
• Understanding Form Properties and Events
• Handling Events (Click, Load, etc.)
• Multiple Forms in a Project

Controls in Visual Basic

• Common Controls: Button, TextBox, Label, ListBox, ComboBox, etc.
• Handling Control Events
• Dynamic Controls at Runtime
• Executing SQL Queries in VB
• Data Binding with Controls (DataGridView)
• Handling Database Errors

File Handling in VB

• Reading from and Writing to Files
• File Dialogs in Windows Forms
• StreamReader and StreamWriter Classe