The document describes a 4-week computer short course in Rawalpindi that teaches basic computing skills. The course covers topics like software installation, programming concepts, and data management. It meets twice a week for 3 hours with content over weeks on file management, programming with Python, data analysis with Pandas and Matplotlib, and relational databases with SQL. The goal is for students to gain foundational computing skills, improve analytical thinking, and prepare for the workplace. The course is taught by experts at the Rawalpindi Institute of Technology starting in 2023.

1. Computer Short
Course in Rawalpindi
Are you looking to gain new computer skills or improve upon existing
ones? Computer short course in Rawalpindi is the perfect
opportunity to learn in a supportive environment with expert
instructors.

2. About the Course
Course Duration
The short course consists of 4
weeks of classes, with 3-hour
sessions held twice a week.
Course Content
Computer Short course in
Rawalpindi covers essential
computer topics such as software
installation, basic programming
concepts, and data management.
Prerequisites
No prior experience in
computing is required, although
a basic grasp of mathematics
and logical reasoning is
recommended.

3. Course Objectives
1 Learn Basic Computing Skills
Students will gain foundational skills in navigating operating systems and using common software packages.
2 Develop Analytical Thinking
Through programming projects and data analysis, students will improve logical and critical thinking skills essential for computing and beyond.
3 Strengthen Collaboration and Communication Skills
The course emphasizes teamwork and communication through group projects and presentations.
4 Prepare for the Workplace
The course covers important workplace skills such as time management, project management, and technical reporting.

4. Curriculum Overview
Week 1 Introduction to Computing
File Management and Organization
Text Editing with Word Processors
Week 2 Introduction to Programming Concepts
A Brief Introduction to Python
Creating Functions in Python
Week 3 Introduction to Data Analysis
Data Wrangling and Cleaning with Pandas
Data Visualization with Matplotlib
Week 4 Introduction to Relational Databases
SQL for Beginners
Querying with SQL

5. Learning Outcomes
1 Proficiency with Essential Computing Tools
Students will be able to use common software
packages for text editing, data analysis, and
programming.
2 Programming Fundamentals
Students will be familiar with the basics of
programming concepts, control structures, and
creating functions in Python.
3 Data Analysis
Students will be familiar with data wrangling and
cleaning using Python's Pandas library, as well as
visualizing data with Matplotlib.
4 Relational Databases
Students will be able to understand the
fundamentals of SQL and manipulate data using
SELECT, FROM, WHERE, and JOIN statements.

6. Instructors and Their Qualifications
Farah Naz
Ph.D. in Computer Science,
Pakistan Institute of Engineering and
Applied Sciences
Raza Ali
MS in Computer Science, University
of Engineering and Technology,
Taxila
Talha Shahzad
BS in Computer Science, COMSATS
Institute of Information Technology

7. Course Schedule
Timing
Twice a Week (Evening)
Location
Rawalpindi Institute of Technology
Starting
2023

8. Registration Details
Course Fees
The total course fee is Rs.
which includes all course
materials and access to
computing resources.
Registration Deadline
All participants must register
Contact Information
For more information and
registration, please call (+92)
3326030546 or website
https://it7.alhuda.com.pk/