PROFICIENCY CERTIFICATE COURSE IN INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT)

Course Duration and Cost

Total Duration: 8-12 weeks (2-3 months)
Weekly Commitment: 2 hours per day
Course Fee: 15,000 Kenya Shillings

Course Overview

This course provides an in-depth understanding of Information Communication Technology (ICT), focusing on the integration of IT and telecommunications. Students will learn about computer systems, networking, data management, and the role of ICT in business and society. The course prepares individuals for careers in ICT, equipping them with the skills to manage and support IT and communication systems.

Course Outline

Week 1: Introduction to ICT

Basics of information and communication technology
Evolution of ICT and its impact
ICT infrastructure components
Role of ICT in business and society

Week 2: Computer Systems

Overview of computer hardware and software
Operating systems and applications
Networked computer systems
Virtualization and cloud computing

Week 3: Networking Essentials

Introduction to computer networks
Network topologies and architectures
TCP/IP protocol suite
Network security fundamentals

Week 4: Data Management

Basics of data and databases
Relational database management systems (RDBMS)
SQL fundamentals
Data integrity and normalization

Week 5: Telecommunications

Basics of telecommunications
Telecommunication networks and services
Mobile and wireless communication
VoIP (Voice over IP) and Unified Communications

Week 6: Internet Technologies

Overview of Internet technologies
Web development fundamentals
Domain names and DNS
Internet security and privacy

Week 7: Cybersecurity in ICT

Importance of cybersecurity in ICT
Securing ICT systems and networks
Cyber threats and vulnerabilities
Incident response and management

Week 8: ICT Project Management

Introduction to project management in ICT
Project planning and scheduling
Budgeting and resource allocation
Managing ICT projects effectively

Week 9: Emerging Technologies in ICT

AI and machine learning applications in ICT
IoT (Internet of Things) and its impact
Big data and analytics in ICT
Blockchain technology in ICT applications

Week 10: ICT Governance and Compliance

ICT governance frameworks (COBIT, ITIL)
Compliance and regulatory requirements
Risk management in ICT
Ethical and legal considerations in ICT

Week 11: ICT Strategy and Innovation

Developing ICT strategies
Innovation in ICT solutions
Digital transformation trends
Case studies and best practices

Week 12: Final Project Development

Planning and developing a final project
Applying all learned skills
ICT project implementation
Preparing for the final presentation

Certification

Upon successful completion, students will receive a certificate of proficiency in Information Communication Technology (ICT).