University of California, Irvine
Introduction to Computer Information Systems Specialization
University of California, Irvine

Introduction to Computer Information Systems Specialization

Launch Your Career in Computers. Learn basic computer skills and how to apply them in real world situations.

Tim Carrington

Instructor: Tim Carrington

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Specialization - 3 course series

Computer Hardware and Software

Course 111 hours4.5 (172 ratings)

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: Operating Systems
Category: Network Protocols
Category: Software Systems
Category: Computer Hardware
Category: Computer Systems
Category: General Networking
Category: Computer Networking
Category: Information Technology
Category: System Software
Category: Data Storage
Category: Network Security
Category: Hardware Architecture
Category: File Systems

Data, Security, and Privacy

Course 212 hours4.6 (42 ratings)

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 Management
Category: Data Security
Category: Data Ethics
Category: Systems Development
Category: Cybersecurity
Category: System Design and Implementation
Category: Digital Communications
Category: Technology Strategies
Category: Software Development Tools
Category: Information Technology
Category: Information Privacy

Productivity and Systems Development

Course 316 hours4.7 (31 ratings)

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: Microsoft Word
Category: Systems Development
Category: Agile Methodology
Category: Productivity Software
Category: Workflow Management
Category: Spreadsheet Software
Category: Systems Development Life Cycle
Category: Software Development Methodologies
Category: Team Management
Category: Information Systems
Category: Business Systems Analysis
Category: Microsoft PowerPoint
Category: Data Security
Category: E-Commerce
Category: Risk Management

Instructor

Tim Carrington
University of California, Irvine
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