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Computer Fundamentals Courses

Computer fundamentals courses can help you learn basic hardware and software concepts, operating systems, networking, and cybersecurity principles. You can build skills in troubleshooting, system maintenance, and understanding data management practices. Many courses introduce tools like Windows, Linux, and various programming languages, showing how these skills apply in everyday computing tasks and professional environments.


Popular Computer Fundamentals Courses and Certifications


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    LearnQuest

    Writing Java Application Code

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Application Servers, Web Applications, Development Environment, Java Programming, Application Development, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Mobile Development, Computer Programming, UI Components, Event-Driven Programming, User Interface (UI), Command-Line Interface

    4.4
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    61 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Import/Export, Programming Principles, Spreadsheet Software, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Automation, File I/O, Debugging, Data Validation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Genomic Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Science, Molecular Biology, Data Analysis, Computer Science, Statistical Analysis, Computational Thinking, Biostatistics, Statistics, Software Engineering, Algorithms, Biology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Ethics of Artificial Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Social Impact, Social Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    298 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Solar Energy Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Building Services Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Cost Estimation, Engineering Calculations, Safety Standards, Environmental Issue, Systems Of Measurement, Technical Standard

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Analyze Rosters: Clinic Scheduling Issues

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Office Procedures, Clinic Management Systems, Calendar Management, Scheduling, Patient Flow, Medical Terminology, Medical Records, Health Care Administration, Patient Communication, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Data Integrity, Quality Assurance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Getting Started with Azure DevOps Boards

    Skills you'll gain: Sprint Planning, Scrum (Software Development), Azure DevOps, Backlogs, Kanban Principles, Agile Software Development, Project Management, DevOps

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    625 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Improve Accuracy with ML Ensemble Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Random Forest Algorithm, Decision Tree Learning, Data Preprocessing, Applied Machine Learning, Jupyter, Classification Algorithms, Java, Sampling (Statistics), Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Learning Styles, Program Evaluation, Program Implementation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Minimal APIs in ASP.NET 9

    Skills you'll gain: Middleware, ASP.NET, .NET Framework, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), C# (Programming Language), API Design, Databases, Performance Tuning, Data Persistence, Web Development, Microservices, Scalability, Development Environment, Web Applications, Unit Testing, Data Validation, Web Analytics, Application Security

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Monitoring, Risk Management, FinTech, Change Management, Emerging Technologies

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Logical Operations

    Microsoft Office Word 2021-2024: Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Document Management, Microsoft Windows, Productivity Software, Email Automation, Writing and Editing, Writing, Business Writing, Technical Documentation, Productivity, Collaborative Software, Web Content, Computer Literacy, Editing, Report Writing, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Collaboration, Business Communication

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (3): Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Network Model, Applied Machine Learning, Case Studies, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Transportation Operations, Business Analytics, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Algorithms

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computer fundamentals courses

  • Writing Java Application Code: LearnQuest
  • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 2: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Genomic Technologies: Johns Hopkins University
  • Ethics of Artificial Intelligence: Politecnico di Milano
  • Solar Energy Basics: The State University of New York
  • Analyze Rosters: Clinic Scheduling Issues: Coursera
  • Getting Started with Azure DevOps Boards: Coursera
  • Improve Accuracy with ML Ensemble Methods: Coursera
  • Minimal APIs in ASP.NET 9: Packt
  • Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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