Department of Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

Department of Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

The Department of Master of Computer Applications (MCA) at Keystone School of Engineering is committed to developing skilled IT professionals, innovators, and technology leaders capable of addressing modern industry challenges.

The department offers a dynamic learning environment that blends strong theoretical foundations with practical exposure in emerging areas of computing and digital technologies.

Aligned with the institution's vision of academic excellence and industry readiness, the MCA program emphasizes application-oriented learning, problem-solving abilities, innovation, entrepreneurship, and professional ethics.

The department integrates advanced computing concepts with real-world applications through project-based learning, industry interactions, internships, workshops, certifications, and specialized mentorship programs.

Vision

"To become a center of excellence in computer applications education by nurturing competent, innovative, and ethical IT professionals capable of contributing to industry, research, entrepreneurship, and society through advanced computing knowledge and lifelong learning."

Mission

  • To provide quality education in computer applications through a curriculum aligned with emerging technologies and industry requirements.
  • To develop technical competency, analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and innovation among students through experiential and project-based learning.
  • To promote research, entrepreneurship, professional ethics, and lifelong learning for sustainable career growth and societal development.
  • To strengthen industry-academia collaboration through internships, certifications, expert interactions, and specialized mentorship programs.
  • To create an inclusive and motivating environment that encourages leadership, teamwork, and continuous skill enhancement.

Focus Areas

  • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
  • Data Science & Business Intelligence
  • Cloud Computing
  • Cyber Security
  • Full Stack Development
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Mobile & Web Application Development

Faculty Members

Dr. Sonali Bharat Shirke
Dr. Sonali Bharat Shirke
Head of Department & Dean Academics
PhD (Computer Science and Engineering)
21 Years of Experience
Email: sonali.shirke@keystonesoe.in
Expertise: Database Management System, Networking and Computer Security, Python, Programming Languages, Operating System, Cyber Security.
Prof. Varsha Magan Ghatule
Prof. Varsha Magan Ghatule
Assistant Professor
MCA, PhD (Pursuing)
19 Years of Experience
Email: varsha.ghatule@keystonesoe.in
Expertise: Programming Languages, DBMS, Python, Networking
Prof. Nitin Ramrao Yadav
Prof. Nitin Ramrao Yadav
Assistant Professor
MCA (Faculty of Engineering & Technology)
15 Years of Experience (Teaching: 12 Years, Industry: 3 Years)
Email: nitin.yadav@keystonesoe.in
Expertise: Cloud, Salesforce, ERP
Prof. Krutika B. Kakpure
Prof. Krutika B. Kakpure
Assistant Professor
MCA, PhD (Pursuing)
8+ Years of Experience
Email: krutika.kakpure@keystonesoe.in
Expertise: Data Structure, DBMS, BlockChain, Python, Machine Learning
Prof. Madhuri Maruti Shahapurkar
Prof. Madhuri Maruti Shahapurkar
Assistant Professor
M.Sc. (CA)
2+ Years of Experience
Email: madhuri.shahapurkar@keystonesoe.in
Expertise: C, C++, JAVA, MySQL, Data Analytics, Python, HTML, CSS, Android Studio
Prof. Dipali Kande
Prof. Dipali Kande
Assistant Professor
MCA
1 Year of Experience
Email: dipali.kande@keystonesoe.in
Expertise: C, C++, JAVA, HTML, CSS, PLSQL, Automation Testing