Computer Applications

The Department of Computer Applications was established in the year 2001 with the launch of the Bachelor of Computer Applications Programme. The BCA programme is a three year self financed integrated degree programme affiliated to the Goa University. The objective of the BCA programme is to produce employable IT workforce that will have sound knowledge of IT and business fundamentals that can be applied to develop and customize solutions for Small and Medium Enterprises (SME’s).

To be a centre of excellence in Computer Applications, producing IT Professionals to thrive in an increasingly digital society.
To provide sound fundamentals and advances in Computer Applications by imparting knowledge, skills, and values through effective teaching-learning to satisfy the industry’s changing needs.

Objectives

  • To foster an environment of student-centric learning nurturing talent and creativity.
  • To equip students with technical skills for simplifying business processes
  • To promote interdisciplinary and trans-departmental culture.
  • To strengthen industry – academia integration to meet the changing needs of industry.
Faculty

Name: Ms. Mildred Lemos
Designation: Assistant Professor & Department Co-ordinator
Address: H.No.101,Nuvem,  Salcete-Goa
Qualification: MCA (Goa University), NET.
Teaching Experience : 19 Years

Ms. Mildred Lemos is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Applications with teaching experience of more than 17 years. She has held various responsibilities in the different cells and committees of Rosary College including convenor of the Alumni cell. Ms. Lemos has contributed in framing the syllabi for the CBCS curriculum under Goa University and currently teaches Cyber Security and Multimedia Applications. Her interests lie in the exciting world of Generative AI.

Name: Tracy Almeida e Aguiar
Designation: Assistant Professor
Address: H.No.1318, Voddy Cuncolim, Salcete – Goa – 403703.
Qualification: MCA, SET
Teaching Experience: 23 years

A committed teacher teaching a wide range of undergraduate(BCA) papers and has also taught postgraduate(IGNOU-MCA) papers. Her research interests span HUIM, optimisation algorithms, and Generative AI. She has published and presented multiple research papers in Scopus-indexed Springer volumes and at international conferences, including Minor Research Project for GIPARD, Goa.  In addition, guided impactful student projects, in web and app development, ML, IoT, blockchain, and related technologies. The ‘Greenhouse Monitoring and Controlling System’, received special recognition at the Kalpak Event, DHE Goa. She has actively contributed to curriculum design and development as a member of the BoS, Goa University(2015–2018), the Curriculum Development Committees (NEP and CBCS), and the Academic Audit Committee for the BCA Programme. At Rosary College, she has served as Programme Coordinator (BCA), Academic Coordinator, Cultural Coordinator, Member of NAAC and IQAC, Examination Committee and RC Coordinator for IIT Bombay (Reg. no. 1571). Her professional qualifications were upgraded through orientation, refresher programmes, and certifications(CST E-Level, Linux, Oracle (PL/SQL, Java), NPTEL IoT(Elite+Silver honours). She has delivered workshops and training sessions for teachers, focusing on AI integration in modern classrooms as a resource person for schools and HSS in Goa.

Name: Ms. Anvi Naik
Designation: Assistant Professor
Address: H.No 2905, Navsai co-op Housing Society, Marlem Borda, Margao Goa.
Qualification: M.E in Information Technology & SET
Teaching Experience:  11 years

Ms. Anvi Naik is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Applications. She has taught various subjects like Web Technology, Logic design, data Structures, operating systems, etc. She has published a research paper in the journal International Conference on recent Trends, Emerging issues in Science, Engineering and Technology-2017. Her areas of interest include Natural language processing, data structures and data mining. She is a quick learner and has good interpersonal skills. She likes to read and keep herself updated about the recent trends in technology.

Name: Ms.Rajlakshmi Metri
Designation: Assistant Professor
Address: Kurturkar Township, Ambaji, Fatorda, Goa
Qualification: Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A)
Teaching Experience: 14 Years

Mrs. Rajlakshmi Metri is working as an Asst. Professor in the Department of Computer Application of Rosary College since 2011. She has been in several college committees over the years.  She has conducted number of seminars / workshops for students and has also participated in various Faculty Development Programmes. She was instrumental in framing the syllabi for the CBCS curriculum under Goa University and has also guided undergraduate projects.’. She keeps updating herself with the latest knowledge in her discipline and likes to interact with the students on various topics. Her areas of interest include Object Oriented Concepts, Python and Internet of Things.

Name: Sonia Mashal
Designation: Assistant Professor
Address : Navelim, Salcete Goa
Qualification: M.E in Computer Science and Engineering
Teaching Experience: 4 years

Ms. Sonia Mashal is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Applications. She teaches Web technology, ERP Systems, Problem Solving and Programming, Graphical Interface and Design and Data Analysis. She is interested in research on Machine Learning. Presently, she is the Convenor of SWAYAM and MOOCS online courses provided in the College and was also involved in restructuring of the syllabus for the Computer Applications course under CBCS at Goa University.

Name: Ms. Vicibila A. Antao
Designation: Assistant Professor
Address :H.No 163,Ilha De Rachol, Salcete-Goa
Qualification: Masters in Computer Applications
Teaching Experience : 4 Years

Ms. Vicibila A. Antao is an Assistant Professor in the department of Computer Application & joined Rosary College in the year 2022. She is passionate about teaching and currently teaches the computer organization and architecture and RDBMS. She is self confident and self motivated to achieve the goals. She has good communication and interpersonal skills. Besides teaching, she is fond of reading and nature photography.

Name: Ms. Dixita S. Gauns Dessai
Designation: Assistant Professor
Address: H.No 163,Ilha De Rachol, Salcete-Goa
Qualification: ME (IT)
Teaching Experience: 2 Years

 Ms. Dixita S. Gauns Dessai is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Applications. She has 3 years experience of working as Software QA Associate and 2 years of teaching experience. She has taught subjects like Web technology, Information systems, Unix Environment and Scripting, Multimedia Technology and Data Communications.

Name: Ms. Melisa Fernandes
Designation: Assistant Professor
Address: Velim, Salcete-Goa
Qualification: Msc, Bsc, B. Ed, CSIR – NET(AIR-205), SET.
Teaching Experience: 1 Year

Melisa Fernandes is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in Mathematics. She completed her M.Sc. in Mathematics from Goa University, where she achieved 3rd rank in the university. She has qualified both CSIR-NET (AIR- 205) and the State Eligibility Test (SET).With one year of experience in teaching, she works to enhance students’ mathematical thinking while creating an engaging and supportive learning environment.