Certificate in IT Fundamentals

COURSE DETAILS

The "Certificate in IT Fundamentals" is a foundational program aimed at providing students with essential knowledge and skills in information technology. This 10-week course covers a wide range of IT topics, from hardware and software basics to network fundamentals and cybersecurity.

Objective

To introduce participants to the core concepts of IT.
To provide practical skills for computer use and troubleshooting.
To raise awareness of cybersecurity best practices.

Course Structure

This course is organized into 8 online live class sessions, with each session lasting 2 hours. Each session is carefully designed to concentrate on specific elements of the course material, allowing you to progressively develop your understanding and expertise as you follow the curriculum outlined below.

Session 1: Introduction to IT Fundamentals
Session 2: Computer Hardware Basics
Session 3: Software and Operating Systems
Session 4: Network Fundamentals
Session 5: IT Troubleshooting
Session 6: Introduction to Cybersecurity
Session 7: Data Protection and Privacy
Session 8: Final Project and Presentation

Weekly Assignment

You will receive either a reading or problem-solving assignment each week. Completing all your weekly assignments is a mandatory requirement to successfully finish the course.

Reading assignments are designed to help you understand key concepts and theories related to the course material. Be sure to engage with the readings actively, taking notes and highlighting important points.
Problem-solving assignments will challenge you to apply what you've learned. Carefully read and analyze the problem statements, and use the knowledge gained from the readings and previous weeks to solve them.