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Overview
This Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals Specialization is offered by Coursera in partnership with IBM. This five-course specialization provides prerequisite skills for almost all IT careers, including technical support specialist, data analyst, data scientist, AI specialist, web developer, software engineer, systems administrator, DevOps and site reliability engineer, data center technician, networking specialist, IT Manager, and cyber-security analyst.
You’ll acquire hardware, operating systems, programming, database, networking, storage, cybersecurity, and cloud computing knowledge and skills that can prepare you for an entry-level IT role or better help you understand and manage IT responsibilities within your organization.
What you'll learn
Operating systems history, installation, configuration, and hardware connectors and peripheral identification and troubleshooting techniques.
Software management, cloud computing characteristics, benefits and trends, web browser essentials, software development basics, and database basics.
Commonly used storage and network types, common security risks, and secure browsing practices.
Application of technical and troubleshooting skills for an IT customer support role.
Skills you'll gain
- Cloud Computing
- Computer Networking
- Operating Systems
- Computer Programming
- Cyberattacks
- Databases
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Courses included:
- Introduction to Hardware and Operating Systems
- Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases
- Introduction to Cloud Computing
- Introduction to Networking and Storage
- Introduction to Cybersecurity Essentials
- Practice Exam for CompTIA ITF+ Certification
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Duration
- Part-time
- 2 months
- 10 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Mountain View, United States
Disciplines
Information Technology (IT) Web Technologies & Cloud Computing View 366 other Short Courses in Information Technology (IT) in United StatesExplore more key information
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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
- Beginner level
- Only basic computer literacy is required. This Specialization is suitable for anyone with or without a college degree or prior programming experience.
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Funding
Coursera provides financial aid to learners who cannot afford the fee. Apply for it by clicking on the Financial Aid link beneath the "Enroll" button on the left. You'll be prompted to complete an application and will be notified if you are approved. You'll need to complete this step for each course in the Specialization, including the Capstone Project.
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