• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Beginner Computer

Beginner Computer Courses

Beginner computer courses can help you learn basic operating system navigation, file management, internet browsing, and word processing. You can build skills in spreadsheet creation, email communication, and online research techniques. Many courses introduce tools like Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and various web applications, showing how these skills are applied in everyday tasks and professional settings.


Popular Beginner Computer Courses and Certifications


  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    S

    Skillshare

    AI Video Creation: A Beginner's Guide to Realistic AI Videos

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Workflows, Storyboarding, Video Editing, Video Production, Generative AI, Motion Graphics, Artificial Intelligence, Creativity

    3.3
    Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Ethical Issues in Computing Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Robotics, Emerging Technologies, Health Care, Medical Devices, Information Privacy, Safety Assurance

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    Advanced Scheduling and Project Optimization in Primavera P6

    Skills you'll gain: Scheduling, Project Schedules, Project Controls, Timelines, Project Management Software, Work Breakdown Structure, Management Reporting, Performance Reporting, Process Improvement and Optimization, Configuration Management, Dashboard, Resource Management, System Configuration

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Software Engineering Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Tools, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Methodology, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, AI Workflows, Team Oriented, Software Engineering, Engineering Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Generative AI

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Harnessing Ollama – Create Local LLMs with Python

    Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Tool Calling, Large Language Modeling, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Command-Line Interface, Embeddings, Python Programming, Application Development, Vector Databases, User Interface (UI), Software Installation, Restful API, Development Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Configuring for Scala with IntelliJ IDEA

    Skills you'll gain: IntelliJ IDEA, Software Development Tools, Development Environment, Scala Programming, Build Tools, Software Development, Software Installation, Software Engineering

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    24 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    NoSQL systems

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Database Systems, MongoDB, Database Management Systems, Databases, Database Design, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Apache Cassandra, Data Storage Technologies, Scalability, Graph Theory, Unstructured Data, Maintainability

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    170 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    H

    Howard University

    Building Regression Models with Linear Algebra

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Machine Learning Methods, Linear Algebra, Model Evaluation, Statistical Analysis, Data Manipulation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    B

    Board Infinity

    Web Development Mastery: HTML, CSS & JavaScript Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI) Design, HTML and CSS, Front-End Web Development, Web Development Tools, Web Design and Development, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), React.js, Javascript, UI Components, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Components, Software Development Tools, Semantic Web

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    B

    Board Infinity

    Holistic Web Development: Responsive UIs, Logic, Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Cloud Deployment, Web Design, Database Systems, Front-End Web Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Full-Stack Web Development, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Authentications, Development Environment, Web Applications, Frontend Performance, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development, Web Servers, Usability, Mobile Development

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Cómo crear medios imprimibles en Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Brochures, Canva (Software), Graphic Design, Marketing Collateral, Marketing Materials, Presentations, Promotional Materials, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Content Marketing, Marketing

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    C

    Codio

    SQL for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, Database Administration, Relational Databases, Database Design, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, SQL, Stored Procedure, Databases, Transaction Processing, Data Manipulation, Query Languages

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Searches related to beginner computer

beginner computer science advertisement skills
beginner computer science advertisement
beginner computer science course with advertisement skills
beginner computer science
beginner computer skills
computer science for beginners
computer programming for absolute beginners
computer for beginners
1…281282283…641

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

  • AI Video Creation: A Beginner's Guide to Realistic AI Videos: Skillshare
  • Ethical Issues in Computing Applications: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Advanced Scheduling and Project Optimization in Primavera P6: Packt
  • GenAI for Software Engineering Teams: Coursera
  • Harnessing Ollama – Create Local LLMs with Python: Packt
  • Configuring for Scala with IntelliJ IDEA: Coursera
  • NoSQL systems: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Building Regression Models with Linear Algebra: Howard University
  • Web Development Mastery: HTML, CSS & JavaScript Fundamentals: Board Infinity
  • Holistic Web Development: Responsive UIs, Logic, Deployment: Board Infinity

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • English Speaking
  • Generative AI (GenAI)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Project Management
  • Python

Certificates & Programs

  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM Data Analyst Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Machine Learning Certificate
  • Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Certificate
  • UI / UX Design Certificate

Industries & Careers

  • Business
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science
  • Education & Teaching
  • Engineering
  • Finance
  • Healthcare
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Marketing

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • Examples of Strengths and Weaknesses for Job Interviews
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How Does Cryptocurrency Work?
  • How to Highlight Duplicates in Google Sheets
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Preparing for the PMP Certification
  • Signs You Will Get the Job After an Interview
  • What Is Artificial Intelligence?

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok