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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Course in Information Technology online course is an important course based on the evolving digitalised world. Since most of our day-to-day life interactions, work, and institutions use IT, this course aims to increase the digital literacy of its learners. The complete knowledge of digital media and its key usage is covered throughout the course curriculum. It mainly revolves around thinking, storing, and processing, present, and future processes.
The course will run through the online mode. The entire course will have 3 credits which can be transferred after course completion. The course is designed for individuals opting for or is already at the undergraduate level. This course will provide reference links given by IT experts. The course is free of cost. The course platform is initiated by MHRD. The course is verified by Savitribai Phule Pune University. The course curriculum will consist of assignments and multiple-choice questions.
The Course in Information Technology by Swayam offers a verified certification. The certification can be availed after passing the final proctored examination. The candidates can grow their careers in the IT sector with the course certification. It will add more professional networking opportunities.
The Highlights
- Offered in the Swayam platform
- Online classes
- Verified by Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune
- Undergraduate level
- 3 credit transfer system on completion
- Duration of 8 weeks
- Free course content
- Certification given by Swayam
Important dates
Course Commencement Date
Start Date : 13 Jan, 2025
End Date : 30 Apr, 2025
Enrollment Date
End Date : 28 Feb, 2025
Certificate Exam Date
Start Date : 17 May, 2025
Programme Offerings
- video lectures
- audio lectures
- Reference books
- Website links
- assignments
- MCQs
- Reading Material
- tests
- quizzes
- Multimedia.
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| INR 1000 | yes | UNIPUNE (Pune University) |
The Course in Information Technology fees detail is given below-
| Head | Amount in INR |
| Exam Fees | Rs. 1000/- |
Eligibility Criteria
Certification qualifying details
The candidates enrolled in this programme can receive the Course in Information Technology certification only after passing the certification exam. The course certification is divided into 30 % in-course assessment and 70% in end term proctored exam. The candidates must diligently attend the course lectures, MCQs and do the given assignments.
What you will learn
The candidates who have joined this Course in Information Technology online course will learn from basics to advanced usage of information technology in our day to day life. The list of learning outcomes available in this course are given below-
- This course will begin with the introductory knowledge of Information technology and digital literacy.
- The evolution and generation wise change in the computer system is an essential topic of the course.
- The candidates will know about the operating systems in this Course in Information Technology programme.
- The usage and functions of MS office will be taught in detail.
- The definition and functions of networking in day-to-day life are a part of the curriculum.
- The use of the internet and its power in current situations is a valuable aspect of the IT course.
- The introduction and usage of cloud computing will be taught in this course.
- How the database is used in storing land records, educational institution's student records will be shown to the candidates.
- The use of a geographic information system is capturing, storing, and visualizing will be shown in the course modules.
- The tips and tools to analyse and check the operating system also consist as a major part of this course.
Who it is for
The specific category of candidates who can avail of the Course in Information Technology certification benefits are given below-
- The candidates who are interested in the information technology sector can enrol.
- The candidates who have completed their undergraduate and wish to gain knowledge of the IT sector can enrol.
Admission Details
The Course in Information Technology training admission details are mentioned in these step wise step guidelines-
Step 1 – The candidates will have to go to the course webpage. Here is the link of the course URL - https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/cec25_hs42/preview
Step 2 – The course page will open up. The candidates must go through the course video and “About Swayam” section.
Step 3 – Then the candidates can register with their valid details and email id. After successful registration, the candidates can “Sign in” in the course.
Step 4 – The candidates must click on the “join” option present below the course video.
Step 5 – Then a personal detail form will show up in which the candidates must fill in and click on the “Save” button.
Step 6 – The candidates can then start their learning process free of cost.
The Syllabus
Instructors
UNIPUNE (Pune University) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
According to the Course in Information Technology fees section, the course is free of charge. The certificate can be earned only after passing the certification exam. The certification exam has a certain fee. After paying the exam fee, the candidates will get the opportunity to sit in the exam.
The coordinator for this course is Bageshree Deo. She is an IT expert working and teaching in this sector with years of experience.
Yes, the Course in Information Technology certification syllabus is scheduled with a start date and an end date. There will also be the exam date for the certification provided on the course page.
A list of reference links and books is given on the course page. The names of the referenced books are- Computer fundamentals, Operating system concepts, Computer networks “Andrew s. Tanenbaum”, E-commerce, System analysis, and design, and Steve McConnell code complete.
The three principles of Indian education policy that Swayam wishes to achieve are- educational access, equity, and quality. This is possible as Swayam provides free access in the online mode and it is taught by field experts.
The course instructors clear the doubts in the discussion forum provided in the Swayam platform. The Swayam helpline/support also provides further guidance.
The Swayam platform provides the best quality education and support required to effectively learn IT. The students can learn in their own flexible time while pursuing other courses physically. It will enrich the lives of the candidates professionally and academically.
The Swayam can be accessed on all devices such as mobile phones, laptops, PC, tablets. The candidates can download the Swayam app in the play store or they can access it through the course website.
The Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) developed this Swayam platform. The other institutions that were a part of its development are – IIT Madras, Google Inc, Persistent Systems Ltd, and NPTEL.
The Swayam platform provides courses that can facilitate students ranging from class 9 to post graduation. The courses will have their eligibility criteria but they can be accessed by everyone with interests in a particular subject.