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Cisco Networking Academy Skills For All: Computer Hardware Basics
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Self-taught course

Description

Computers are everywhere! It is because the term “computers” refers to more than just a personal computer or laptop. Your smartphone is a mini-computer. A server is a super-computer. Cars, smart TVs, your game console – they all have a computer. Having a basic understanding for these devices and how they work is critical for success in today's digital world. This course is a great starting point for any IT career.

Computer Hardware Basics explores the fundamentals of computers and mobile devices, the components that comprise them, how they work, and basic troubleshooting tools and techniques.

Target audience
  • All current Cambridge University members (departments and colleges)
  • Further details regarding eligibility criteria are available
Objectives

The course is divided into 3 modules:

  • Module 1

Personal Computers;

  • Module 2

Laptops;

  • Module 3

Other Mobile Devices

How to book

To book on this course select the blue Book a place (provisional) button. Once the request has been received, a Cisco Skills for All 'invite only link' will be sent to you. Click on the link to access the course. If you already have an account created in Cisco Netacad or the Cisco Skills for All Networking Academy websites then simply login to access the course, otherwise you will be prompted to create an account during which you should use your @cam email address.

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