Foundations
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The Foundations track gives you a solid grounding in how computers work, how to master Windows, how networks connect the world, how to use the Microsoft Office suite professionally, and how relational databases underpin modern systems. Perfect for beginners and career changers alike.
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Courses in this track
6 courses · taken in sequence for best results
Demystify the machine. This course provides a foundational understanding of computer systems, focusing on the key components and their responsibilities. Topics include computer hardware components such as the CPU, memory, storage devices, and network cards, as well as concepts like IP addresses and the basics of operating systems. Ideal for beginners, this course aims to build a solid base for further study in computing.
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Unlock the full potential of your Windows PC. Designed for intermediate users eager to elevate their skills, this hands-on training dives deep into essential topics, including disk and file management, security configurations, network setup, performance optimisation, PowerShell, and much more.
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Understand how devices talk to each other. This course covers essential topics such as network types, common protocols including TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, and ICMP, key network devices, IP addressing, DNS configuration, and the role of sockets in communication.
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Master the tools used in virtually every office in the world. This comprehensive course equips learners with the essential skills to create professional documents, engaging presentations, manage and analyse data, and communicate efficiently via email and calendar management. Ideal for beginners and intermediate users, this course prepares attendees to confidently navigate and utilise Microsoft Office tools to increase productivity in academic, professional, and personal settings.
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This course explores the fundamental principles behind computer system design, architecture, and optimisation. It bridges the gap between hardware and software by providing a clear understanding of system architecture, operating system internals, memory management, and program execution. Participants will gain foundational knowledge to understand how modern computers operate efficiently and how software interacts with hardware.
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This course introduces relational database systems and foundational data analytics concepts. Participants will learn how relational databases store and organise data effectively, apply database design principles, and write basic SQL queries. The course also covers essential data analytics techniques to extract and interpret meaningful insights, preparing learners for more advanced SQL Server and data analytics topics.
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