LCT0072 - Information Technology Career Exploration
Course Description
If you are considering a career in Information Technology (IT), or want to gain a solid understanding of IT to help with your professional career, this course will provide you with the foundational knowledge on personal computers and Information Technology concepts. Explore which devices, operating systems and computer applications are commonly used at the workplace. Focus will also be applied to more advanced IT topics such as Networking, Cloud Computing, Databases, Application Development and Cybersecurity Concepts.
Course Outline
- Understand what Information Technology (IT) consists of
- Identify various types of computing devices and peripherals used in today's workplace
- Understand what Operating Systems are
- Discuss various software applications commonly used at the workplace
- Understand the purpose of a Database
- Understand Networking and IT Infrastructure Concepts
- Understand Software Development
- Comprehend the magnitude and use of the Internet and the Cloud
- Describe Cybersecurity Concepts
- Understand what steps to take to pursue a career in IT
Learner Outcomes
- Understand what Information Technology (IT) consists of
- Identify various types of computing devices and peripherals used in today's workplace
- Understand what Operating Systems are
- Discuss various software applications commonly used at the workplace
- Understand the purpose of a Database
- Understand Networking and IT Infrastructure Concepts
- Understand Software Development
- Comprehend the magnitude and use of the Internet and the Cloud
- Describe Cybersecurity Concepts
- Understand what steps to take to pursue a career in IT