The distance learning Computing Concepts course is the perfect home study course to ensure that you succeed in this exciting field. Our uniquely flexible Computing Concepts home learning course has no time limits. You can start your home learning course whenever you like and there are no deadlines to meet, so you can adapt your distance education course to meet your needs, all from the comfort of your own home.

Once you have registered on the distance education Computing Concepts course you will be assigned a personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. Your dedicated personal tutor is always on hand to answer any query you may have, no matter how big or small, and you will also have access to a dedicated course advisor who offers guidance and advice.

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Computing Concepts Course

A Distance Learning Course of 1 Lesson

Course Description

This series examines several basic computing concepts. Security issues are discussed, including administrative, physical, logical, and network security, and how to plan for security risks. The basic concepts of database functionality and selection are also discussed. Data processing and management is examined in detail, including teleprocessing, data transmission, and messages.

Course Syllabus

TYPES OF SECURITY

Provides an advanced look at computer security features.

Choices in Security
Administrative Security
Physical Security
Environmental Threats
Logical Security
Network Security
Microcomputer Security

SECURITY RISKS

Explains contingency planning and precautions against computer crime using the framework of administrative, physical and logical security.

Contingency Planning
Planning Example
Computer Crimes
The Effect of Computer Laws
EDP Auditing

DATABASE BASICS

Provides an introduction to the basics of databases.

Data Management Systems
Paper-Based File System
File-Oriented Computer System
Database Models
The Hierarchical Model
The Network Model
The Relational Model

SELECTING DATABASES

Introduces the principles of database management systems (DBMSs).

Evaluating the Three Models
Evaluating The Hierarchical Model
Evaluating The Network Model
Evaluating The Relational Model
Evaluation Summary
Selecting The Appropriate Model

DATA PROCESSING

Provides an introduction to the concepts related to data processing.

The Computer System
Data Structures
Datasets and Files
Writing Programs

MANAGING DATA

Provides an overview of managing data.

JCL Overview
JCL Statements
Libraries
Job Processing

TELEPROCESSING

Provides an overview of various computing concepts related to teleprocessing.

Teleprocessing Systems
Communications Systems
Data Communications Systems
Terminals
Networks

TRANSMITTING DATA

Covers the functions performed by a teleprocessing network.

The Teleprocessing Network
Assembling Data
Editing Software
Modems
Lines
Information Flow
Errors

MESSAGES

Explains the fourth element of telecommunications, the message.

Coding Systems
Data Transmission Structures
Message Protocols
Using the INW
Communications History

Qualifications

Printable Transcript

On completion of this course you may print a transcript off as evidence of your progression throughout the course.

Study Options

This course is an online course. With online study you have access to your entire course from the start of your studies. You can access your course materials, and submit all of your question papers to your personal tutor, online from anywhere in the World using your unique student account.

Fees

Online

£50.00

N/A

Studying Online. If you would like to study online we cannot accept payment for course fees in instalments, instead course fees must be paid in full at the point of enrolment. The reason for this is due to the fact that when you study online you have access to all of your course materials from the outset.

Requirements for Entry

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

Study Hours

This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.

The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 40 hrs.

Additional Information

This course is different to other courses hosted on Elearnuk. The course is supplied by Stonebridge Associated Colleges in conjunction with Stonebridge IT School.

Once you have enrolled and paid for your course you will receive an email within 24-72 hours. The email will contain your username and password to login to your course.

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