This Specialization is intended for anyone seeking to learn basic computer skills. Through 3 courses, you will study computer hardware, software, and data safety. You will also learn about digital literacy and productivity tools. These courses will prepare you for a number of jobs within the field of computer information systems.
Introduction to Computer Information Systems Specialization
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Introduction to Computer Information Systems Specialization
Launch Your Career in Computers. Learn basic computer skills and how to apply them in real world situations.
Instructor: Tim Carrington
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4.5
(149 reviews)
Beginner level
Recommended experience
1 month at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
- Data Security
- Systems Development
- Computer Hardware
- Cybersecurity
- General Networking
- Risk Management
- System Design and Implementation
- Network Security
- Agile Methodology
- Productivity
- Systems Development Life Cycle
- Systems Design
- Data Ethics
- Computer Systems
- Software Development Methodologies
- Hardware Architecture
- Safety and Security
- Information Technology
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Specialization - 3 course series
What you'll learn
Identify the basic hardware components of a computer. Explain how software creates a functional and productive computer. Build a basic computer.
Skills you'll gain
Category: Computer Hardware
Category: Operating Systems
Category: Network Protocols
Category: Data Storage
Category: Software Systems
Category: Computer Systems
Category: System Software
Category: Information Technology
Category: Hardware Architecture
Category: File Systems
Category: Computer Networking
Category: General Networking
Category: Network Security
What you'll learn
Students will learn digital literacy, how to use the internet as a productivity tool, and how to manage security threats and protect data.
Skills you'll gain
Category: Data Security
Category: Data Ethics
Category: Digital Communications
Category: Data Management
Category: Technology Strategies
Category: Cybersecurity
Category: System Design and Implementation
Category: Software Development Tools
Category: Information Privacy
Category: Safety and Security
Category: Information Technology
What you'll learn
Use productivity tools to create documents and presentations. Apply agile project management skills. Pursue a job in computer information systems.
Skills you'll gain
Category: Systems Development
Category: Agile Methodology
Category: Risk Management
Category: Project Risk Management
Category: Workflow Management
Category: Systems Design
Category: Business Systems Analysis
Category: Data Security
Category: Productivity Software
Category: Software Development Methodologies
Category: Information Systems
Category: Team Management
Category: Systems Development Life Cycle
Category: E-Commerce
Category: Microsoft Excel
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Frequently asked questions
9 weeks
These courses are introductory. No background knowledge is necessary.
It is recommended that you take the courses in the order they appear in the series.
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