Overview
30-Day Advanced Computer Course at the Personnel Training Academy (PTA)
This intensive 30-day course offers an advanced curriculum designed to equip participants with a deep understanding of computer technology, e-governance, web development, networking, and cybersecurity. Tailored for those with basic knowledge seeking to enhance their IT skills, the program combines theoretical insights with practical applications.
Week 1: Core Computer Skills and E-Governance
- Computer Fundamentals: A refresher on basic computer operations and hardware.
- E-Governance Introduction and Role: Understanding the impact of digital governance on public administration.
- Partition, Formatting of HDD, and Windows Setup: Practical skills in system setup and configuration.
- Cabling & Networking: Basics of physical network setup and troubleshooting.
Week 2: Web Technology and Networking
- Web Technology Basics: Introduction to web development languages and tools.
- Creating Different Types of Users and Permissions: Managing user access and security on systems.
- Video-Conference, E-Education, E-Training, and Telemedicine: Exploring digital communication and learning platforms.
- Computer Networking & Role: Advanced networking concepts, including TCP/IP and network services.
Week 3: System Administration and Web Development
- System/Virtualization/Network: Understanding virtual environments and network management.
- Unicode Setup Process and Network Configuration: Skills in setting up multilingual support and configuring network devices.
- WAMP Server Installation and Joomla Setup: Practical web server setup and content management system configuration.
- Client/Server Architecture: Delving into network architectures for application deployment.
Week 4: Database Management and Security
- MS Access 2007 and RDBMS: Advanced database management techniques and relational database concepts.
- Cyber Crime and Security: Insights into cyber threats and protective measures, including antivirus and firewall configuration.
- Digital Signature and Its Implementation: Ensuring data integrity and authenticity in digital communications.
- HTML and MS FrontPage: Website creation basics, from coding to design.
Special Focus Sessions:
- Adobe Creative Suite: Practical sessions on Photoshop and InDesign for graphic design and publishing.
- Productivity Software: Advanced features of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for professional document preparation.
- Backup & Restore/Quota Mgmt./Ad hoc Network: Essential skills in data management and ad-hoc networking.
- E-Ticketing in E-commerce: Understanding the role of digital ticketing systems in online commerce.
Practical Applications and Soft Skills:
- Using Scanner, Creating and Binding PDFs: Managing digital documents efficiently.
- Free Antivirus Installation, Update, and Scanning: Maintaining system security against malware.
- Presentation Skills and Report Writing: Enhancing communication skills for professional reporting.
- Internet/Email and Its Security: Best practices for safe and effective online communication.
Upon completion, participants will possess advanced skills in computer technology, web development, system administration, and cybersecurity. This course prepares individuals for roles that require a high level of IT competency, contributing to their professional growth in the digital age.
