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Understanding ICT- Information and Communication Technology

Name: Understanding ICT- Information and Communication Technology
Rating: 4.5 (156 reviews)

Expand your potential with a comprehensive ICT Foundation course. IGCSE level.

Created byAlaa Youssef

Last updated 9/2025

English

What you'll learn

Understand what ICT is.
Identify types and components of computer systems.
Understand Information Processing Cycle.
Learn about Hardware and Software.
Get to grips with Emerging technologies.
Identify Types of Input and Output Devices.
Understand Networks types and Network Hardware
Understand what a Database is.
Learn about Cloud computing.
Understand what Expert System is.
Learn about various ICT APPLICATIONS.
Master key concepts with IGCSE examination-style questions.

Course content

14 sections • 96 lectures • 10h 18m total length

Introduction4:38
This video introduces the course and details course contents.
Types and components of a computer system.
Impact of emerging technologies.
Types of Input Devices
Manual input
Direct input systems
Sensors
Types of Output Devices
Storage Devices and Media
NETWORKS
Satellite systems
Data Security
Cloud computing
DATABASE
EXPERT SYSTEMs•
Current Trends
Block-chain•
IOT: Internet of things
ICT Applications
BANKING
RETAIL INDUSTRY
What is ICT ?3:20
Introduces ICT and computer system
Hardware and Software7:02
Identify main components of computer systems.
Identify internal hardware such as:
•Motherboard
• CPU
• RAM
• ROM
•Internal storage devices
(HDD)/(SSD)
sound card
•video card
Identify external hardware such as:
•Input devices
•Output devices
•Secondary storage devices
Information Processing Cycle6:27
The Information Processing Cycle, also known as the Data Processing Cycle or the Information Processing Model, is a sequence of events that describes how a computer or a system processes and manipulates information
Software Explained6:28
Identify different types of software. Software is code and instructions that tell a computer and/or hardware how to operate.
Human-Computer-Interface-HCI6:47
CLI (Command-Line Interface) and GUI (Graphical User Interface) are two different types of user interfaces for interacting with computer systems.
Types of computer system11:41
Computer architecture consists of different computer designs used for specific tasks.
quiz.1

Introduction-Impact of Emerging Technology1:15
Artificial intelligence3:03
Explore artificial intelligence and its role in expert systems, robotics, and language interpretation, along with self-driving cars and driverless trains, highlighting impacts on weather prediction, safety, and medical care.
Biometrics2:59
Vision enhancement2:10
Robotics3:09
Quantum cryptography2:55
Computer-assisted translation2:19
computer-assisted translation uses human translators and software to speed up translation, with spellcheckers, translation memory, and internet-based tools enabling quicker, more accurate translations for embassy visitors.
3D and holographic imaging2:37
Virtual reality5:44
technology-Impact-Quiz
Augmented Reality- Part 19:09
Augmented reality is a technology that blends the real world with virtual elements to provide an interactive and enhanced user experience.
Introduction
Key Features Of Augmented reality.
The key components of the technology behind augmented reality .
Augmented Reality- Part 212:59
In this part we examine: How Augmented Reality works.
Then we explore a few examples of how AR is used in different industries:
AR_Quiz

Types of Input Devices- Introduction2:07
Introducing Types of Input devices.
Identify Manual input:
Keyboards
Pointing devices
Inputting Images:
Inputting Sound & Music
Identify Direct input systems.
Identify Sensors.
Manual Input- Keyboards6:15
Introducing Manual Input devices.
Identify different types of Keyboards and their uses.
Identify their advantages and disadvantages
Pointing Devices12:55
Manual Input devices- Part 2- Pointing devices:
Identify different types of Pointing devices and their uses.
Identify their advantages and disadvantages.
Inputting Images Devices8:12
Manual Input devices- Part 3- Inputting Images devices:
Identify different types of Inputting Images devices and their uses.
Identify their advantages and disadvantages.
Inputting Sound and Music Devices5:45
Manual Input devices- Part 4- Inputting Sound and Music devices:
Identify different types of Inputting Sound and Music devices and their uses.
Identify their advantages and disadvantages.
Direct Input Systems Part-110:58
Introducing Direct Input Systems devices. Part-1
Identify devices of Direct Input Systems : MICR, OMR, OCR, their uses, advantages and disadvantages.
Direct Input Systems Part-2 RFID9:20
Direct Input Systems-Part 2
Identify RFID System.
What is RFID. How it works. Its uses
Direct Input Systems Part311:57
Direct Input Systems-Part 3
Identify devices of Direct Input Systems :
Magnetic stripe card Reader
Chip-and-PIN Reader
their uses, advantages and disadvantages.
Direct Input Systems. Part 4-Barcode Readers4:14
Identify Barcodes, the use of Barcode readers, advantages and disadvantages.
Sensors-Collecting Data Automatically8:23
Collecting Data Automatically using sensors.
Identify sensors functionalities, types and uses.
Temperature sensors
Pressure sensors
Light sensors
Moisture
pH(potential of Hydrogen)
Input-Output

1.Types of output devices - Introduction.1:55
Introducing Output devices, types, functionalities, and uses.
Monitors
Multimedia Projectors
Printers and Plotters
Speakers
Control Devices
2.Monitors5:51
Identify Monitors as Output devices, their functionalities, uses, advantages and disadvantages.
3.1 Laser Printers4:04
Identify types of printers as output devices, their functionalities, uses, advantages and disadvantages. Explain how Laser Printer works.
3.2 Ink Jet Printers3:03
Explain how Ink Jet Printer works.
3.3 Dot Matrix Printers4:59
Explain how Dot Matrix Printer works.
4.1 Plotters-Part 13:13
Identify plotters as output devices. What are the differences between printers and plotters?
4.2 Plotters-Part 26:04
Identify types of plotters, their functionalities, uses, advantages and disadvantages.
3D Printers5:58
Identify 3D printers as output devices, their functionalities, uses, advantages and disadvantages.
Speakers6:48
Identify speakers as output devices, their applications, advantages and disadvantages.
Control Devices6:04
Identify types of actuators as output devices, their functionalities, and uses.
Explain control systems. Introduce automated greenhouse as an example of control systems.
Output_Q

WHAT IS COMPUTER COMMUNICATION?2:28
Explains what COMPUTER COMMUNICATION is and introduces communication system.
Describe the basic elements of a communication system.
What is a computer network?6:47
Understand what a computer network is, network strategy, and network servers.
Types of NETWORK- Local Area Network7:10
Understand the characteristics of Local Area Network (LAN), and Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) and describe the differences between them.
Wide Area Network6:45
Understand the characteristics of Wide Area Network (WAN), and describe the differences between LAN and WAN.
Bluetooth and WI-FI in Networks7:06
Network Hardware2:48
Discusses network hardware such as network interface cards and hubs.
2-2 Network Switch4:45
Understand the use of switch as a network device.
2-3 Network Bridge2:04
Understand the use of bridge as a network device.
2-4-Networking_Hardware_Router5:03
Understand the use of Router as a network device.
2-5-Modem3:44
Understand the use of Modem as a network device.
2-6 Network Cables2:56
Understand the use of different cables in network.
How to set up a small network?7:29
Describe the requirements and necessary steps to set up a small network.
Network

SATELLITE SYSTEMS- Introduction4:27
Artificial satellites, are human-made objects that are intentionally placed into orbit around the Earth or other celestial bodies.
They are used for various purposes, including communication, weather monitoring, scientific research, navigation, and military surveillance.
Types Of Satellite Systems - Part 113:57
Satellite systems can be broadly categorized into different types based on their primary purpose and function.
Communication satellites
Weather satellites
Navigation satellites,
Remote sensing satellites
Reconnaissance Satellites
Types Of Satellite Systems - Part 26:42
Satellite systems can be broadly categorized into different types based on their primary purpose and function.
Communication satellites
Weather satellites
Navigation satellites,
Remote sensing satellites
Reconnaissance Satellites
Satellites Quiz
Launching a satellite into orbit5:37
Artificial satellites are launched into space using rockets. The launch process typically involves several stages. Here's a general overview of the steps involved.
Basic Components of a Satellite - Part 114:29
Basic Components of a Satellite - Part 1
Basic Components of a Satellite - Part 211:12
Basic Components of a Satellite - Part 317:00
Satellite communications7:03
Satellite communication is the transfer of information using artificial satellites that have been launched into Earth's orbit, transmitting and relaying information from one place to another on a global scale.
Satellite Quiz 2
Global Positioning Systems (GPS)5:16
Global Positioning Systems (GPS) work by utilizing a network of satellites in space, ground-based control stations, and GPS receivers on Earth.
Here's a simplified explanation of how GPS works
Satellite Quiz 3

SECURITY Issues6:58
Assess security issues in computer networks, including hackers, viruses, malware, phishing, unreliable information, and explore policing debates and steps like firewalls and strong passwords to reduce risk.
SECURITY Issues: Pharming-Spam-SMISHING-Vishing6:35
SECURITY Issues: Spyware-Virus4:00
Security Issues-Quiz
What does Data security mean? Authentication8:37
Data Protection: TWO-FACTOR AUTHENTICATION4:48
Data Protection: Digital certificate-Transport Layer Security-Encryption6:14
Understand how digital certificates prove issuer ownership and enable encrypted connections with TLS, while data encryption protects confidentiality and integrity between servers and clients.
Data Protection Act3:22
Data Security-Quiz

What is cloud computing?9:09
Explore the fundamentals of cloud computing, its on-demand services, pay-as-you-go models, and the role of virtualization, hypervisors, and virtual machines in scalable infrastructure.
Models of Cloud Computing.7:56
Infrastructure-as-a-Service
Platform-as-a-Service
Software-as-a-Service
Types of cloud environments9:30
Describes Cloud Computing Environments:
PUBLIC CLOUD
PRIVATE CLOUD
HYBRID CLOUD
Food for thought: Question and Answer2:34
What is Cloud Computing?

Requirements

The course starts from basic principles and requires no prior knowledge of ICT.

Description

Foundation

This course is a comprehensive introduction to ICT, Information and Communication Technology, covering a wide range of fundamental topics related to ICT. It can be a great way to enhance your knowledge and skills in the field of technology.

ICT Foundation course at the IGCSE level can provide you with a strong foundation in ICT concepts and skills, which can be valuable for further education or pursuing careers in fields related to technology, computer science, or information systems.

Section 1: Types and components of computer systems

Introduction

What is ICT?
Identify main components of computer systems.
Hardware and Software.
Identify internal hardware such as:
Motherboard
CPU
RAM
ROM
Internal storage devices
(HDD)/(SSD)
sound card
video card
Identify external hardware such as:
Input devices
Output devices
Secondary storage devices
Information Processing Cycle
Software: Identify different types of software.
- Operating system
- Utility programs
- Compiler
- Linkers
- Device Driver
HCI- Human-Computer –Interface:

Identify Types of computer system

Section 2: Impact of emerging technologies

Artificial intelligence ( A.I)
Vision Enhancement
Bio-metrics
Robotics
Quantum Cryptography
Computer Assisted Translation (CAT)
3D and Holographic Imaging
Virtual Reality.

Section 3: Types of Input Devices
Manual input

Keyboards
Pointing devices
Inputting Images:
Inputting Sound & Music

Direct input systems

Magnetic ink character recognition (MICR)
Optical mark recognition (OMR)
Optical character recognition (OCR)
Radio Frequency ID Reader (RFID)
Magnetic stripe readers
Chip-and-PIN readers
Barcode readers

Sensors

Temperature sensors
Pressure sensors
Light sensors
Moisture
pH(potential of Hydrogen)

Section 4: Types of Output Devices

Monitors
Printers
Plotters
3D Printers
Speakers
Control Device

Section 5: Storage Devices and Media

Magnetic media
Optical media
Solid-State media
Backups and Archives

Section 6: Networks

Understand what a computer communication is, and the basic elements of a communication system.
Understand what a computer network is, network strategy, and network servers.
Identify types of network and the characteristics of Local Area Network (LAN), and Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN).
Identify types of Networking Hardware such as:

•Network interface cards

•Hubs

•Switches

•Bridges

•Routers

•Modems

•Network Cables

Section 7: SATELLITE SYSTEMS

Section 8: Data Security

Security Issues: Pharming-Spam-SMISHING- Vishing-Spyware-Virus
Data Protection Methods: Authentication-TWO-FACTOR AUTHENTICATION-
Digital certificate-Transport Layer Security-Encryption

Section9: Cloud Computing

What is cloud computing?
Models of Cloud Computing.
Types of cloud environments

Section10: Databases

What is Database?
Types of Database
Database structure
Using Database and DBMS
Data Validation and Verification.

Section 11: Expert System

What is an expert system?
The main parts of expert systems.
How Do Expert Systems Work?
How such a system would be created.
Examples of their uses.

Section 12: Current Trends

Block-chain Technology
IOT: Internet of Things

Section 13: ICT Applications

An overview of ICT Applications, and the ways in which ICT is used in our lives:

BANKING APPLICATIONS
COMMUNICATION APPLICATIONS
RETAIL INDUSTRY

Who this course is for:

Whether you're looking to go on to further education, improve your job prospects or expand your knowledge,
this course is ideal way to gain a qualification in ICT through home study.

Understanding ICT- Information and Communication Technology

What you'll learn

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Course content

Introduction7 lectures • 46min

Impact of emerging technologies11 lectures • 48min

Types of Input Devices10 lectures • 1hr 20min

Types of Output Devices10 lectures • 48min

Storage Devices and Media5 lectures • 27min

Networks12 lectures • 59min

SATELLITE SYSTEMS9 lectures • 1hr 26min

Data Securiy7 lectures • 41min

Cloud Computing4 lectures • 29min

Database5 lectures • 32min

Requirements

Description

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