Highlights
Tuition fee
2210 GBP / full
2210 GBP / full
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Tuition fee
2210 GBP / full
2210 GBP / full
Unknown
Duration
7 months
Duration
7 months
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Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

This Technology in Practice module at The Open University UK provides an opportunity to sample some of the key areas in computing and information technology. You will be introduced to three topics as tasters for your future studies and career: networking, operating systems and robotics.

Overview

Studying these topics will enable you to develop essential skills for future employment in the computing and IT industry and better understand the different routes through our curriculum. By studying this OU level 1 module you can begin to explore where your future career ambitions or interests might lie.

You will learn

This Technology in Practice module at The Open University UK will enable you to:

  • increase your knowledge of computer networks, operating systems and robotics
  • develop a variety of skills appropriate to a career in the computing and IT industry
  • demonstrate your understanding of technical subjects and your technical skills through the development of a portfolio.

Programme Structure

Course include:

  • Networking essentials
  • Operating systems
  • Robotics and AI

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 7 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English

Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

  • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

This is an OU level 1 module providing you with the core subject knowledge and study skills needed for both higher education and distance learning and to help you progress to modules at OU level 2.

Technologies in practice (TM129) builds on the skills developed in key introductory modules, particularly Introduction to computing and information technology 1 (TM111). Therefore, if you intend to study both TM111 and TM129, we strongly recommend you study TM111 first.

You will need to be able to do the following on your computer:

  • use word-processing software
  • save and locate files
  • install software
  • follow basic instructions to explore your computer and complete basic computing tasks
  • access websites.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    2210 GBP / full
    2210 GBP / full
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    2210 GBP / full
    2210 GBP / full

Funding

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