Learn the basics of computer science, and get a foundation in how computer science works. - Introduction to Computer Science: Learn about the history of computing, as well as the development of computer languages. A great basic course on introductory computer science.
- Introduction to Computer Science and Programming: A series of video lectures from MIT about computer science, and the basics of programming.
- Introduction to Computers: UC Berkeley offers a course on the basics of computing and science.
- Artificial Intelligence: Learn about the basics of artificial intelligence and how it has been developed for computer applications.
- Breadth Topics in Computing Science: This class from Capilano University offers a wide view of computer science. Learn about design, programming and more for different opportunities in computer science.
- The Anthropology of Computing: This MIT course offers an interesting look into the development of computers and their impact on human society.
- Human Computer Interaction: Basic information on how humans interact with computers, and how to better design usability, from the University of Washington.
Comprehensive Computer Science CollectionsIf you are interested in courses that are a little more comprehensive in nature, you can get a good feel for computer science from the following collections: - Computer and Computer Systems: An overall view of computers and how they are organized into systems.
- Science and Technology: Connexions, from Rice University, offers a comprehensive course on different types of computer science.
- Information and Technology: Many of the courses offered by the University of Tokyo include English translations, so you can get a good grasp of information and technology.
- Electrical and Computer Engineering: Choose from a variety of courses that can give you a good grasp of the principles behind computer engineering.
- Electrical Engineering and Computer Science: Learn about electrical engineering and computer science can be combined to create amazing technology.
- Science and Technology: Choose from a variety of courses on technology and computers, as well as science, from OER Commons.
Programming and LanguagesGet a handle on computer programming, and learn about different computer languages used in programming. - Building Programming Experience: Helpful hints for building up your programming capabilities.
- Computer Language Engineering: Overview of how computer languages are developed, and how to program them.
- Programming Languages: Provides a basic overview of programming languages, offering special insight into Scheme +.
- AJAX: Land of Code offers this tutorial related to programming with AJAX.
- C Programming: The University of Strathclyde provides this course on using the C programming language.
- Fundamentals of C++: This course is offered at free-ed.net, and provides insight and helpful hints on programming with C++.
- Java Programming: This course is written by a computer science professor at Orange Coast College, and is provided through the Sofia Open Content Initiative.
- Perl Lessons: Learn about Perl, and how to use it, especially with CGI.
- PHP Tutorial for Beginners: Get an overview of PHP, and how it can be used in a variety of circumstances.
- Ruby Programming: Learn about Ruby, and learn how to use it for your projects.
Computer SoftwareLearn about software development, and the importance of software in computer programming. - Designing the user interface: This software design course from The Open University helps you learn the principles of usability.
- Modelling object-oriented software: Learn about object-oriented software, and how it can be used to structure systems.
- Software development for enterprise systems: An overview of how to design software meant for business.
- Software Engineering for Web Applications: Learn about how to design software for web apps.
- Elements of Software Construction: MIT takes you through the basics of constructing software.
- Software Engineering Concepts: Learn the fundamental concepts behind engineering and developing software.
Computer Systems and Information TechnologyLearn how to construct computer systems, and get the basic outlines of information technology. - Systems Design and Administration: Learn how to design and administer computer systems from Dixie State College.
- Applied Parallel Computing: Learn about how you can use parallel computing systems.
- Machine Structures: UC Berkeley offers a course on the structure of computers, and how they can interact in systems.
- Operating Systems and System Programming: Get a handle on operating systems, how they work, and how to program them properly.
- Information Technology and the Labor Market: Learn about IT, the demand for it, and how IT is reshaping the way things are done.
- Global Issues in Information Technology: Weber State University introduces different issues in IT.
- Finding information in information technology and computing: An overview of how information is arranged, and how to look for what you need.
Computer Processes and DataLearn more about computer processing and data management. - An introduction to data and information: The Open University offers a helpful course on data and how it works in a computer environment.
- The database development life cycle: A basic overview of how data development takes place.
- Introduction to Algorithms: Algorithms are necessary for processing information. This MIT course introduces you to them.
- Introduction to Communication, Control, and Signal Processing: Learn how computers process information and data.
- Data Structures: Learn how data is structured, and how you can create your own structures.
- Data and processes in computing: Follow data and processes development as part of computer science.
- Representing and manipulating data in computers: A course in how you can use data for specific purposes.
Web DevelopmentPart of computer science is being able to develop programs, applications and systems for the Internet. - Understanding Computers and the Internet: A look at computers and their importance to the Internet.
- Digital Typography: Get an understanding of how to design typography for the Internet.
- Information Visualization: Learn how to visualize information, and present it in a way that others can relate to.
- User Interface Design and Implementation: A course from MIT about how you can design a usable interface, and implement it.
- Communicating in Cyberspace: Learn how to communicate effectively using computers.
- Search Engines: Technology, Society and Business: Get a handle on how search engines work, and how important they have become to society and to business.
- Communications and Information Policy: Learn about different policies involved with communicating online.


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