Advanced Certificate in Computer Science

Syllabus

Week 1-4: Introduction to Computer Science

Week 1: Overview of Computer Science and its Applications
Week 2: History of Computing and Evolution of Computers
Week 3: Basic Computer Hardware Components
Week 4: Introduction to Software: System Software vs. Application Software

Week 5-8: Programming Fundamentals

Week 5: Introduction to Programming Languages (Python, Java)
Week 6: Writing Simple Programs: Input/Output Operations
Week 7: Control Structures: Conditional Statements
Week 8: Iteration: For Loops and While Loops

Week 9-12: Data Structures and Algorithms

Week 9: Introduction to Data Structures: Arrays, Lists
Week 10: Basic Sorting and Searching Algorithms
Week 11: Introduction to Recursion
Week 12: Algorithm Efficiency and Big-O Notation

Week 13-16: Computer Systems and Architecture

Week 13: Understanding the CPU: Functions and Components
Week 14: Memory Hierarchy: RAM, Cache, and Storage
Week 15: Input and Output Devices
Week 16: Fetch-Decode-Execute Cycle

Week 17-20: Databases and Information Systems

Week 17: Introduction to Databases: Concepts and Terminology
Week 18: SQL Basics: Queries, Inserting, Updating Data
Week 19: Database Design: ER Models and Normalization
Week 20: Information Systems: Components and Applications

Week 21-24: Networking and Security

Week 21: Basics of Computer Networks: Types and Topologies
Week 22: Internet and World Wide Web: Technologies and Protocols
Week 23: Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Threats and Protection Mechanisms
Week 24: Ethical Issues in Computing: Privacy, Security, and Ethical Hacking

Course Details:

Gain foundational knowledge in programming, data structures, and introductory AI concepts. Perfect for students aiming to pursue a BSc in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.

Lesson Duration

24 Weeks

Class Hours

8 Hours per Week

Certifications

Physical

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