ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
This is an introductory programming course, and no previous experience is required. Anyone is encouraged to enroll.
To get the most out of this course, you should have some experience using a command line in an operating system such as Windows, Linux or Mac; managing email and files on a computer; and using word and data processing software such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
If you’re not confident in these skills, consider taking our Business Technology Essentials course first.
English Proficiency
If English is not your native language, you should have at least intermediate English skills to enroll. To see if you qualify, make sure you are at the B2 level on the CEFR self-assessment grid. To learn more, see English Language Proficiency Requirements – Noncredit Programs.
International Students
International students are welcome to enroll in an online offering of this course, which doesn’t require a visa. To enroll in a classroom offering, you must have a visa that permits study in the United States. This course does not enable students to obtain or maintain F-1 visa status. For more information, see Admission Requirements for International Students.
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
- A computer or laptop with the following required specifications:
- 1.83 GHz Intel Core Duo or faster processor (or the equivalent)
- A recent operating system (Windows 8.1 or later/Mac OS X 10.7.4 or later)
- At least 4G of RAM
- Administrative privileges to install software
- A high-speed internet connection
- A headset with microphone
Completing the Course
To successfully complete this course, you must fulfill the requirements outlined by your instructor.