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This course is the first of a series that aims to prepare you for a role as an entry-level IT Support Specialist. In this course, you’ll be introduced to the world of Information Technology, or IT. You’ll learn about the different facets of Information Technology, like computer hardware, the Internet, computer software, troubleshooting, and customer service. This course covers a wide variety of topics in IT that are designed to give you an overview of what’s to come in this certificate program.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
● understand how the binary system works
● assemble a computer from scratch
● choose and install an operating system on a computer
● understand what the Internet is, how it works, and the impact it has in the modern world
● learn how applications are created and how they work under the hood of a computer
● utilize common problem-solving methodologies and soft skills in an Information Technology setting

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Linux
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Week1

Week 1

4 hours to complete

Introduction to IT

Welcome to Technical Support Fundamentals, the first course of the IT Support Professional Certificate! By enrolling in this course, you are taking the first step to kickstarting your career in tech. In the first week of the course, we'll learn about how computers were invented, how they've evolved over time, and how they work today. We will also learn about what an "IT Support Specialist" is and what they do in their job. By the end of this module, you will know how to count like a computer using binary and understand why these calculations are so powerful for society. So let's get started!

4 hours to complete

14 videos (Total 46 min), 8 readings, 3 quizzes

14 videos

Program Introduction5mWhat is IT?3mWhat does an IT Support Specialist do?2mCourse Introduction1mFrom Abacus to Analytical Engine5mThe Path to Modern Computers10mKevin: Their career path1mComputer Language2mCharacter Encoding2mBinary2mHow to Count in Binary2mAbstraction2mComputer Architecture Overview2mKevin: Advice for the world of IT1m

8 readings

Navigating Coursera10mProgram Surveys10mHow to Use Discussion Forums10mGet to Know Your Fellow October Completers10mPioneers in Computing and IT10mSupplemental Reading on Logic Gates10mModule 1 Glossary10mAbout Graded Plugins10m

3 practice exercises

Binary10mComputer Architecture4mHow to Count in Binary30m

Week2

Week 2

4 hours to complete

Hardware

4 hours to complete

19 videos (Total 76 min), 10 readings, 4 quizzes

19 videos

Module Introduction2mIntroduction to Computer Hardware4mPrograms, the CPU, and Memory8mJoe: Diversity in IT1mCPU4mRAM3mMotherboards3mPhysical Storage: Hard Drives4mPower Supplies4mMobile Devices3mBatteries and Charging Systems3mPeripherals and Ports3mBIOS4mBen: Skills of IT professionals1mPutting it All Together: Installing The Processor8mPutting it All Together: Adding the RAM And The Drive6mPutting it All Together: Adding Graphics and Other Peripherals.6mMobile Device Repair2mOne program, many futures1m

10 readings

Supplemental Reading for CPUs10mSupplemental Reading for CPU architecture10mSupplemental Reading for Data Storage10mPower Supplies10mSupplemental Readings for Batteries and Charging Systems10mSupplemental Reading on Connector Types10mSupplemental Reading for Projectors10mMobile Display Types10mModule 2 Glossary10mAbout Graded Plugins10m

4 practice exercises

The Modern Computer4mComponents8mStarting It Up8mAssemble a Computer30m

Week3

Week 3

5 hours to complete

Operating System

In the third week of the course we will become familiar with operating systems. We discuss the operating systems that are most widely used today and learn how an operating system interacts with computer hardware. We will learn about the startup process of an operating system and show you how to install the Windows, Linux and Mac OS X operating systems from scratch. At the end of this module you will interact directly with the Windows and Linux operating systems via the Qwiklabs environment.

5 hours to complete

19 videos (Total 50 min), 9 readings, 4 quizzes

19 videos

Module Introduction2mComponents of an Operating System5mFiles and File Systems3mProcess Management2mMemory Management and Virtual Memory1mI/O Management2mInteracting with the OS: User Space2mLogs1mThe Boot Process2mMobile Operating Systems1mCindy: Drive and career path1mChoosing an Operating System2mVirtual Machines1mInstalling Windows 104mInstalling Linux5mWhat is Chrome OS?2mMac OS2mTri Ngo Obstacles & How to be successful in IT1mIntroduction to Qwiklabs1m

9 readings

Supplemental Reading for Chrome OS10mSupplemental Reading for ReFS File System10mBoot Methods10mBoot Methods Best Practices10mSupplemental Reading for Choosing an OS10mWindows 10 & 11 Feature Matrix10mSupplemental Reading for Ubuntu10mModule 3 Glossary10mQwiklabs Introduction10m

2 practice exercises

What is an Operating System?14mInstalling an Operating System8m

Week4

Week 4

2 hours to complete

Networking

In the fourth week of this course, we'll learn about computer networking. We'll explore the history of the Internet and what "The Web" actually is. We'll also discuss topics like Internet privacy, security, and what the future of the Internet may look like. You'll also understand why the Internet has limitations even today. By the end of this module, you will know how the Internet works and recognize both the positive and negative impacts the Internet has had on the world.

2 hours to complete

15 videos (Total 40 min), 2 readings, 2 quizzes

15 videos

Module Introduction3mBasics of Networking7mNetworking Hardware3mTCP/IP1mThe Web3mVictor: First job experiences1mHistory of the Internet3mLimitations of the Internet3mChanging Careers1mImpact3mInternet of Things1mGian: what he does in Android Security1mPrivacy and Security3mHeather: Adkins keeping kackers out2mLearner Story: Melinda40s

2 readings

Supplemental Reading for Internet of Things10mModule 4 Glossary10m

2 practice exercises

Limitations of the Internet12mNetworking50m

Week5

Week 5

3 hours to complete

Software

In the fifth week of this course, we'll learn about computer software. We'll learn about what software actually is and the different types of software you may encounter as an IT Support Specialist. We'll also explore how to manage software and revisit the concept of "abstraction." By the end of this module, you'll use the Qwiklabs environment to install, update and remove software on both Windows and Linux operating systems.

3 hours to complete

10 videos (Total 22 min), 3 readings, 4 quizzes

10 videos

Module Introduction2mHow software is built: Coding, scripting, and programming 2mTypes of Software3mRevisiting Abstraction1mRecipe for Computing3mPhelan: Learning IT in the Navy1mManaging Software2mInstalling, Updating, and Removing Software on Windows2mInstalling, Updating, and Removing Software on Linux1mSoftware Automation1m

3 readings

Common Scripting Solutions10mSupplemental Reading for Software Versioning10mModule 5 Glossary10m

2 practice exercises

Introduction to Software6mInteracting with Software2m

Week6

Week 6

3 hours to complete

Troubleshooting

Congratulations, you've made it to the last week of the course! In the final week, we'll learn about the importance of troubleshooting and customer support. We'll go through some real-world scenarios that you might encounter at a Help Desk or Desktop Support role. We'll learn why empathizing with a user is super important when working in a tech role. Finally, we'll learn why writing documentation is an important aspect of any IT role. By the end of this module, you will utilize soft skills and write documentation to communicate with others.

3 hours to complete

23 videos (Total 65 min), 4 readings, 3 quizzes

23 videos

Module Introduction1mAsk Questions!3mIsolating the Problem3mFollow the Cookie Crumbs2mStart with the Quickest Step First2mTroubleshooting Pitfalls to Avoid1mAmir: Attributes in an IT support space1mIntro to Soft Skills8mAnatomy of an Interaction7mHow to Deal with Difficult Situations Part I5mHow to Deal with Difficult Situations Part II4mTicketing Systems and Documenting Your Work2mProcess Documentation1mDocumenting in Ticketing Systems1mYour Opportunity for Success1mStanding Out from the Crowd3mGetting Ready for the Interview2mWhat to Expect During the Technical Interview2mShowing Your Best Self During the Interview1mInterview Role Play: Customer Service2mCourse Wrap Up2mSabrina: Technology can open doors 1mCongratulations!12s

4 readings

Crafting Your Resume10mCreating Your Elevator Pitch10mModule 6 Glossary10mCourse 1 Glossary10m

3 practice exercises

Troubleshooting Best Practices8mCustomer Service10mTroubleshooting Best Practices30m

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TOP REVIEWS FROM TECHNICAL SUPPORT FUNDAMENTALS

by KHApr 29, 2022

I think it was a good start at the fundamentals course. For me being out of school so long and technology has come a long way since I graduated high school. So this course helped me start from scrach.

by TPApr 12, 2021

This course was a friendly and educational start to the certificate, I will recommend this to anyone either looking to develop skills in IT or if they just want to gather more skills for personal use.

by JMSep 24, 2020

This course really is foundational. The instructors are awesome, the labs are relevant and they all work! I have gained so much knowledge just from this course. I can't wait to further this knowledge.

by FKMar 9, 2018

An excellent introductory course. The all around material was well presented, the instructors are doing a great job passing on their knowledge. The weekly assignments were interesting and fun to take.

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