About the course
Introduction to Information and communications Technology (ICT) forms part of the core curriculum for all students. The goal of Introduction to ICT is to provide students with an understanding ICTs. ICTs is a broader term for Information Technology, (IT) which refers to all communication Technologies, including the internet, wireless networks, cell phones, computers, software, middleware, video conferencing, social networking and other media applications and services enabling users to access, retrieve, store, transmit and manipulate information in a digital form. This course provides students with firm foundation in ICT, which they can then apply to their career, no matter what area of specialization they intend to pursue.
Expectations after the program
At the end of the Program, the student is expected to have acquainted skills in:
- Ability to Identify various components of a computer system like the hardware and software installed on the computer systems
- Utilize the Micro Soft Office suite programs in developing documentation such as assignments, proposals, academic articles, databases, financial reports, etc.
- Be able to perform basic installations on a computer
- Be able to use various web tools including Web Browsers, Email clients, search utilities, etc..
Careers for computer science graduates
Monitoring networks for security breaches
Investigating, documenting, and reporting security breaches
Researching IT security trends
Helping computer users with security products and procedures
Developing strategies to help their organization remain secure
Testing and maintaining firewalls and antivirus software
Implementing security training
Researching new security risks
Suggesting improvements for security weaknesses
Collecting, preserving, and analyzing digital evidence
Recovering data from erased or damaged hard drives
Documenting the data retrieval process and maintaining chain of custody
Assisting law enforcement in criminal investigations
Providing expert testimony in court proceedings
Planning and performing audits
Documenting and presenting audit findings
Providing guidance on recommended and mandatory security measures
Designing plans to fix any security risks
Identifying opportunities for better efficiency
Building and maintaining security networks and systems
Preparing budgets and overseeing security expenses
Coordinating security operations across IT and engineering departments
Improving systems in response to security incidents or vulnerabilities
Conducting breach of security drills
Managing human and technological resources
Tracking changes to internal and external security policy
Ensuring compliance with security rules and regulations
Sourcing cybersecurity tools for the organization
Leading risk mitigation efforts
Meet your Facilitator
Hey!
I Am Steve Robinson.
With 18 years of digital marketing and customer experience expertise, I helped build and grow over 250 companies. In the constantly changing field of digital marketing, it is my mission to provide individuals and small businesses with the skills to master the critical tactics and strategies that will drive their business growth.