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Information Technology
Open Computer Driving License TM
1. Introduction to ICT:
- Understanding ICT
- Definition and Scope
- Evolution of ICT
- Importance of ICT in Modern Society
- Digital Literacy
- Basic Computer Skills
- Internet Usage
- Using Productivity Software
- ICT Tools and Technologies
- Overview of Hardware and Software
- Common Operating Systems
- Software Applications
2. Computer Hardware and Software:
- Computer Components
- Central Processing Unit (CPU)
- Memory (RAM and Storage)
- Input and Output Devices
- Operating Systems
- Windows, macOS, Linux
- File Management
- System Configuration
- Software Development
- Programming Languages
- Integrated Development Environments (IDEs)
- Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
3. Networking and Data Communication:
- Networking Basics
- Introduction to Networks
- Network Topologies
- Network Protocols
- Internet and Web Technologies
- Understanding the Internet
- Web Browsing and Search Engines
- Web Development Tools
- Data Transmission
- Data Transmission Concepts
- Bandwidth and Data Rates
- Data Transmission Media
4. Cybersecurity:
- Cyber Threats and Vulnerabilities
- Types of Cyber Threats
- Common Vulnerabilities
- Malware and Viruses
- Security Measures
- Password Management
- Encryption and Decryption
- Firewall and Antivirus Software
- Cybersecurity Best Practices
- Safe Internet Browsing
- Email Security
- Social Engineering Awareness
5. Database Management:
- Introduction to Databases
- Database Concepts
- Types of Databases
- Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS)
- Database Design and Modeling
- Entity-Relationship Diagrams (ERD)
- Normalization
- SQL (Structured Query Language)
- Data Management
- Data Entry and Validation
- Data Retrieval and Reporting
- Data Backup and Recovery
6. Web Development:
- HTML and CSS
- HTML Structure and Tags
- CSS Styling and Layout
- Responsive Web Design
- JavaScript and Front-End Frameworks
- JavaScript Basics
- jQuery
- Front-End Frameworks (e.g., React, Angular)
- Back-End Development
- Server-Side Programming (e.g., Node.js)
- RESTful APIs
- Database Integration
7. Cloud Computing:
- Cloud Computing Concepts
- Cloud Deployment Models
- Service Models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
- Cloud Providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
- Cloud Services
- Virtual Machines
- Containers (e.g., Docker)
- Cloud Storage
- Cloud Security and Management
- Security in the Cloud
- Cloud Monitoring and Management Tools
- Cost Management
8. Big Data and Analytics:
- Introduction to Big Data
- Characteristics of Big Data
- Big Data Sources
- Challenges in Big Data
- Data Analytics
- Data Visualization
- Data Mining
- Predictive Analytics
- Big Data Technologies
- Hadoop
- Spark
- NoSQL Databases
9. Internet of Things (IoT):
- IoT Concepts
- What Is IoT?
- IoT Components
- IoT Ecosystem
- IoT Applications
- Smart Home Automation
- Industrial IoT (IIoT)
- Healthcare IoT
- IoT Connectivity
- Wireless Technologies (e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth)
- IoT Protocols (e.g., MQTT)
10. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning:
- AI and ML Fundamentals
- What Is AI?
- Machine Learning vs. Traditional Programming
- AI Ethics
- Machine Learning Algorithms
- Supervised Learning
- Unsupervised Learning
- Reinforcement Learning
- AI Applications
- Natural Language Processing (NLP)
- Computer Vision
- AI in Healthcare and Finance
11. ICT Project Management:
- Project Planning
- Defining Project Scope
- Setting Objectives and Goals
- Project Scheduling and Resource Planning
- Project Execution and Monitoring
- Team Collaboration
- Progress Tracking
- Risk Management
- Project Closure and Evaluation
- Deliverables and Documentation
- Post-Implementation Review
- Lessons Learned