Learning Outcomes

Overview of Information Technology in Workplace

Contributions of IT to the Workplace.

Information Technology and the Manager

The Challenge of Change

Six Major Trends and Implications for Management

Lesson Summary

This module discusses, what its meant by Information Technology. You will learn about how IT contributes to the workplace, major trends of IT and how IT can change your business.

What is Information?

Interpreting Information

Characteristics of Information

From Information to Knowledge

Decision Making

This module discusses information, you will learn about what information is, what influences peoples interpretation information, information's characteristics and how turn you information into knowledge.

First Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.

Frameworks for Information Technology

A Framework Based on IT

The Basics of Information Systems

This module discusses frameworks available to a business organisation, various applications IT adds to a business, and you will learn about different types of information systems.

Modern Organizations

Organizational Flexibility

Strategic Issues of Information Technology

This Module discusses, IT making your organisation more modern, informal and formal organisations, factors that influence structure and design of modern organisation. You will learn about variable in IT and the importance of IT in determining a corporate strategy.

Second Assessment

Management Control

Information and Control

Management Issues and Security Issues

This module discusses managerial control of a business organisation, tools for control to different levels of management, importance of auditing information system.

The Impact of Globalization on Business

International Business Strategies

Transnational Virtual Firms and IT

Managing Information Technology Internationally

In this module you will learn about the globalisation of a company, impacts it has, global business strategies, government requirements and problems of global organisations.

Third Assessment

Managerial Concerns

Programming Languages

The Operating System

Mobile Technologies

This module will teach you about the choice of software been important to a business, the difference between system and application software, programming languages and characteristics of a operating system.

File Elements

Database Management Systems (DBMS's)

Databases in System Design

This module will teach you about databases,  important aspects of their design, Functions of a database management system, and about SQL.

Fourth Assessment

The Design Task

A Systems Design Life Cycle

User-Oriented Design

Structured versus Object-Oriented Design

This module will teach you about building information systems, you will learn about stages of a software design task, systems life cycle, different types of design and Object-oriented design.

Systems Analysis

Survey and Feasibility Study

Identifying System Alternatives

Undertaking Systems Design

This module discusses the early stages of systems design and why they are the most crucial stages. you will learn about costs, benefits, problems, solutions in the early stage of designing a system.

Fifth Assessment

Diploma in Information Technology Management - Final assessment

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Diploma in Information Technology Management

This free online course in Information Technology management will introduce you to the core concepts and best practices of the trade. The course will also teach you how to implement and control IT in both small and large organisations. Given the importance of Information Technology management today, people with IT management skills make for highly valuable employees. This course will bring your IT management skills to the next level, for free.

Information and Digital Literacy

Communication and Collaboration

Digital Safety

In this module, you will be introduced to digital literacy and how these skills can be used for communicating and collaborating with others. You will also explore safe practices and the challenges to navigating the digital space. Examples are provided of people who have used digital skills, in collaboration with others, to bring about improvements.

Digital Content Creation

Problem Solving

Creating Change

In this module, you will explore digital content creation with a six-step framework. You will gain ideas for types of content creation, digital tools, and examples of those who have used their digital creating skills. Next, you will think about how these skills can be harnessed for problem-solving and global change.

Global Digital Literacy - Course Assessment

This free online course will give you the knowledge and skills you need to communicate online in a positive way.

Global Digital Literacy

The internet has opened up endless possibilities for everyone to join the global community. Learn how to use the online arena to source information and communicate with others. This course is the perfect beginner's toolkit, from mastering the skills you need to create engaging content to keeping your identity and data safe. Enrol today and gain the basics you need to become a confident citizen of the digital world.

Introduction to Artificial intelligence

Overview of AI, ML and DL

Preconditions of AI ML and DL

In this module, you will learn about the relationship between Artificial intelligence, machine learning, and deep learning. You will be introduced to the application areas of AI ML and DL and also the benefits in various industries and its preconditions

Benefits of AI ML DL in industries.

Case Study of AI ML and DL

Basic Academic View of AI ML and DL

In this module, you will learn the impact AI, ML, and DL have made in many industries which includes huge sales, cost-saving, and improved customer experience for the market industry. You will be shown case studies of AI, ML, and DL and you will learn some vital associated terms

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Business - Course assessment

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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Business

We cannot overstate the importance and use of artificial intelligence (AI) to the present day. AI has altered communities and economies by increasing human labour's speed, efficiency and precision in fields ranging from robotics to fraud detection and online commerce. We designed this course to create awareness for both computer specialists and newcomers interested in a career in AI. This course introduces the basics of AI and its subsets.

Introduction to AutoCAD Functions

AutoCAD Settings - Options and Draft Commands

Project Settings - Units and Limits Commands

This module begins with a brief introduction to AutoCAD, and then it discusses settings and the commands which are used in the initial stage of a project. Learn more about option and draft settings, as well as unit and limit commands.

Drawing Commands - Create Shapes in AutoCAD

Modifying Commands - Copy, Move, Mirror and Rotate in AutoCAD

Editing Commands - Chamfer, Fillet, PolyEdit and Divide in AutoCAD

In this module, you will be introduced to drawing, modifying and editing commands used in AutoCAD. Drawing commands are used to draw figures like lines, circles, rectangles, and smooth polylines, while modifying commands include copy, move, erase, trim, rotate, mirror, join, offset, and array. You will also learn how to edit edges and corners.

Dimension Commands - Measure Objects in AutoCAD

Block Commands - Modify and Save Blocks in AutoCAD

Layer Commands - Create, Freeze, Lock and Delete Layers in AutoCAD

Helpful Commands - Scale, Explode, Match and Print in AutoCAD

In this module, you will learn how to measure straight lines, the diameter and radius of a circle, as well as its area, and you will be taught how to make an object in the block. You will also be able to use the layer command effectively.

Course Assessment

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AutoCAD: Beginner to Professional Training

AutoCAD is an important software tool for anyone working in engineering, architecture and manufacturing. We can help beginners and anyone seeking a refresher course by teaching you how to make computer-aided designs. We cover drawing, taking measurements, producing templates and everything required to generate professional designs. AutoCAD is the industry standard software for design and drafting so sign up to learn how to wield it effectively.

The Rise of Artificial Intelligence

Introduction to Machine Learning

Classification of ML Systems

In this module, you will learn the fundamental concept, industry terms and main building blocks of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML).

Machine Learning for Absolute Beginners  - Course Assessment

Learn the fundamental concepts of artificial intelligence and machine learning in this free online course.

Machine Learning for Absolute Beginners

Artificial intelligence with machine learning (ML) is one of the biggest revolutions in the software industry. This course is a 'soft' starting point that will walk you through the fundamental theoretical concepts of machine learning. We will open the mysterious ML black box, explore its potential and become more familiar with terms used in the industry. The course is designed for absolute beginners and has no prerequisites.

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