Introduction to Information Technology (IT) Course

Discover one of Singapore’s fastest, beginner-friendly gateway to tech: our 1-Day IT course Singapore equips career switchers, students, and professionals with essential digital skills, hands-on practice, and industry-relevant insights for rapid advancement.

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*Eligible for Singaporean Citizens, Permanent Residents, and Long-Term Visit Pass Plus Holders

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Overview of Our IT Course in Singapore

Information Technology, often known as IT, is the use of technology to manage, process, store, and transmit information, often involving computers and digital systems. As organisations move toward ever more technology-centric operations, demand for robust digital-skills courses and practical information management continues to soar, fueling unprecedented growth across the global IT sector.

This 1-Day Introduction to Information Technology course is a short IT course that equips you with a fundamental understanding of Singapore’s Information Technology (IT) landscape. Designed as flexible IT training, the programme aims to be one of the most approachable information-technology classes available in Singapore. It is a comprehensive introduction, delving into the heart of IT, focusing on current trends in the industry, key job roles in Singapore’s IT sector, foundational hardware and software concepts, and the essential terminologies that are pivotal to success in the field.

With a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical insights, this career-switchers-suitable IT course will prepare you for a potential career in IT, offering the perfect starting point for anyone looking to gain practical IT knowledge, build foundational computer skills, and take their first steps in the pathway to advanced IT learning.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this IT course, trainees should be able to:

  • Interpret the importance and impact of Singapore’s IT industry across various sectors, including the current trends and dynamics shaping the IT industry.
  • Explore diverse roles like software development, cybersecurity, and IT project management and the required skills and qualifications.
  • Acquire a comprehensive understanding of computer hardware components and their functions, encompassing CPU operations, memory distinctions, storage comparisons, the dynamics of peripheral devices, differences between desktops and laptops, server roles, and the functionalities of input and output devices.
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of software systems, encompassing the differentiation of software types, the functionalities of operating systems and device drivers, proficiency in software installation and file management, and a keen appreciation of software licensing nuances and variations.
  • Acquire a comprehensive knowledge of IT terminology and networking principles, emphasising clear articulation of key terms and understanding of prominent acronyms, including essential network terminologies.

Who Should Attend

This Introduction to Information Technology (IT) course is suitable for complete beginners looking for beginner IT classes and computer-literacy programs that cover the basics of tech. It caters to career changers aiming to transition into the IT sector, students exploring career options, professionals in non-IT fields looking to enhance their tech knowledge, entrepreneurs and small business owners wanting to make informed tech decisions, tech enthusiasts with a thirst for knowledge, and junior IT professionals seeking to a pathway to advanced IT learning.

Prerequisites

To enroll in this Introduction to IT course, you should possess the following:

  • 1 GCE ‘O’ level or equivalent; OR
  • NITEC/Higher NITEC; OR
  • Mature candidates (≥ 30 years old with 8 years’ work experience in an ICT-related field); OR
  • Candidates with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Instructional Methods

  • Lectures
  • Interactive Class Discussions
  • Hands-on Labs

Certification

Upon successful completion of the Introduction to Information Technology (IT) course assessment, participants who have attended at least 75% of the course will receive a Certificate of Achievement by @ASK Training.

Course Curriculum

Overview of the IT Industry in Singapore and Job Roles

  • Introduction to the IT industry in Singapore
  • Current Trends and Developments in the IT industry
  • Job Roles in the IT industry
  • Skills and Qualification for IT job roles
  • Professional Development in the IT industry

Basic Hardware Concepts

  • Understanding Computer Hardware Components
  • Differentiating Computer Systems
  • Introduction to Input and Output Devices

Basic Software Concepts

  • Introduction to Software Types
  • Overview of Operating Systems
  • Software Installation, Configuration, and File Management
  • Understanding Software Licensing and Copyright Laws

IT Overview/Glossary

  • Introduction to Essential IT Terminologies and Acronyms
  • Familiarizaion with Common Terms Used in the IT industry

This course is part of the Certificate in Infocomm Technology - Infrastructure and Operations and SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP).

Fees and Subsidies

Introduction to Information Technology (IT) Course - Up to 90% SkillsFuture Singapore Funding Diagram

*Eligible for Singaporean Citizens, Permanent Residents, and Long-Term Visit Pass Plus Holders

Course Fee:
S$300 (exclusive of 9% GST)

Course Fee After Eligible SSG Subsidies:
From S$38.10 (inclusive of 9% GST) after 90% SSG Subsidies

Learners  
Singaporean Citizens ≥ 40 years old S$38.10 (after SSG 90% Funding)

SkillsFuture Credits can be used on top of existing subsidies
Singaporean Citizens, PRs or LTVP+ Holders ≥ 21 years old

S$98.10 (after SSG 70% Funding)

For Singapore Citizens learners aged ≥ 25 years old SkillsFuture Credits can be used on top of existing subsidies.

For Singapore Citizens aged 21-31 Post Secondary Education Account Funds can be used.

Learners SMEs Non-SMEs
Singaporean Citizens ≥ 40 years old S$38.10 (after SSG 90% Funding) S$38.10 (after SSG 90% Funding)
Singaporean Citizens, PRs or LTVP+ Holders ≥ 21 years old S$98.10 (after SSG 70% Funding)

*This course is not eligible for Mid-career SkillsFuture Credits unless enrolled as part of the full SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme. Learn more about the full SCTP Certificate in Infocomm Technology - Infrastructure and Operations.

Important Reminder: Your PSEA claim needs to be submitted at least 1 month before the course’s commencement date. Should you miss this deadline, an alternative payment method must be used to secure your spot in the course. After the disbursement of your PSEA funds to us, we will reach out to initiate the refund process.

All prices are inclusive of 9% GST.

Introduction to Information Technology (IT)

Learn the Fundamentals of IT and Take a Step Into Tech

Course Duration:
1 Day (9.00am – 6.00pm)
Course Fee Details:

S$300 (excluding 9% GST)

SkillsFuture Credits, PSEA & UTAP Claimable

From $$38.10 (inclusive of 9% GST) after 90% SSG Subsidies

Course Code: TGS-2023038880

Course Schedule

Course CodeDurationMonthsAvailable Date(s)VenueRemarks
TGS-20230388801 Day
(9.00am - 6.00pm)
July 202502International PlazaWeekdays
15JTC SummitWeekdays
21International PlazaWeekdays
August 202504JTC SummitWeekdays
06International PlazaWeekdays
13JTC SummitWeekdays
18International PlazaWeekdays
September 202501International PlazaWeekdays
02JTC SummitWeekdays
15JTC SummitWeekdays
17International PlazaWeekdays

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