Computing Fundamentals

Never worked in IT? This is your course to start. Learn the essentials of computing in this beginner-friendly Online Self-Paced Training. 6 months of learning access and Certificate upon completion.
Level

Beginner

Language

English

Format

Self-Paced Online Learning

Next start date

Anytime

Flexible Start
Duration

40 hours of self-paced learning

Estimated Self-Paced Learning
Price

CHF 190.00
CHF 290.00

Ideal candidate profiles

For individuals aiming to gain fundamental knowledge of computing, enabling them for higher IT and cybersecurity career pathes, or business professionals aiming for a switch into the IT branche. 
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Beginners & Career Starters

Individuals with little or no prior tech knowledge looking to build foundational digital skills.

Non-Technical Professionals

Employees in administrative or business roles who need basic computing skills for daily tasks.

Job Seekers & Career Changers

Those aiming to enter IT or tech-related fields and needing essential computing knowledge as a first step.

What you'll learn

Build a solid foundation in computing: identify key hardware components and terminology, understand how operating systems work, use the command line for everyday tasks, and grasp the basics of virtualization for safe, sandboxed practice.

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Computer Hardware & Terminology

What the CPU, RAM, storage, and peripherals do; how components work together; common specs and vocabulary used in tech.

File Systems & Permissions

Directory structures, paths, and extensions; read/write/execute permissions and ownership; practical file organization.

Operating Systems Fundamentals (Windows, Linux, macOS)

What an OS does, core similarities/differences across platforms, navigating system settings and tools, user and process basics.

Command Line & Virtualization Basics

Shell essentials for navigation and file operations; pipes and redirection concepts, and where virtual machines fit for safe experimentation.

Have questions? Let's talk!

If you are unsure whether this course fits your experience or goals, let's talk. I am happy to walk you through the details and help you make the right decision for your future.
Fionn Sieber
Education Advisor