Course Overview
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My education includes a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from UC Santa Cruz and an MBA from CSU Fresno. My academic honors include: UCLA Alumni Scholar, UCSC Graduating Honors, CSUF Phi Kappa Phi, CSUF Beta Gamma Sigma, CSUF Dean’s List all semesters,... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 2 hr, 31 min
- Lessons 18
- Attachments 5
- Exercises 53
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84 CQ
18 Lessons in This Course
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4 minFREESTEM lesson 1Free3 CQ
This lesson from Todd McLeod introduces the different topics in I/O device design and concepts that will be covered in depth in this series of lessons.
with Todd McLeodThis lesson from Todd McLeod introduces the different topics in I/O device design and concepts that will be covered in depth in this series of lessons.
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12 minSTEM lesson 27 CQ
In this lesson, Todd McLeod discusses the different designs of the important I/O device keyboards that are available and things to consider when using them.
with Todd McLeodIn this lesson, Todd McLeod discusses the different designs of the important I/O device keyboards that are available and things to consider when using them.
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6 minSTEM lesson 34 CQ
In this lesson, computer expert Todd McLeod discusses the evolution of input devices, like the mouse, and how that has driven graphical user interface design.
with Todd McLeodIn this lesson, computer expert Todd McLeod discusses the evolution of input devices, like the mouse, and how that has driven graphical user interface design.
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6 minSTEM lesson 44 CQ
In this lesson, follow along with tech guru Todd McLeod and discover the advantages and limitations of the most popular kinds of computer input devices.
with Todd McLeodIn this lesson, follow along with tech guru Todd McLeod and discover the advantages and limitations of the most popular kinds of computer input devices.
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13 minSTEM lesson 57 CQ
In this lesson, technology and computer expert Todd McLeod covers the concepts behind automating the collection of source data and data integrity.
with Todd McLeodIn this lesson, technology and computer expert Todd McLeod covers the concepts behind automating the collection of source data and data integrity.
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13 minSTEM lesson 67 CQ
In this technology lesson, discover many different kinds of scanners—from document scanners to biometric scanners—and learn how they process information.
with Todd McLeodIn this technology lesson, discover many different kinds of scanners—from document scanners to biometric scanners—and learn how they process information.
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15 minSTEM lesson 78 CQ
In this lesson, computer expert Todd McLeod discusses digital advances in cameras as well as displays, and how they have changed photography.
with Todd McLeodIn this lesson, computer expert Todd McLeod discusses digital advances in cameras as well as displays, and how they have changed photography.
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3 minSTEM lesson 82 CQ
In this lesson, tech expert Todd McLeod discusses advances in microphones and audio recognition and how they affect the way we can interact with our computers.
with Todd McLeodIn this lesson, tech expert Todd McLeod discusses advances in microphones and audio recognition and how they affect the way we can interact with our computers.
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9 minSTEM lesson 95 CQ
In this lesson from computer expert Todd McLeod, discover the history and use of some of the lesser understood keys on a computer keyboard.
with Todd McLeodIn this lesson from computer expert Todd McLeod, discover the history and use of some of the lesser understood keys on a computer keyboard.
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9 minSTEM lesson 105 CQ
In this lesson, tech expert Todd McLeod discusses technology to protect your hearing as well options for keeping the volume in your headphones reasonable.
with Todd McLeodIn this lesson, tech expert Todd McLeod discusses technology to protect your hearing as well options for keeping the volume in your headphones reasonable.
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6 minSTEM lesson 114 CQ
In this lesson, tech expert Todd McLeod presents this quick overview of the different types of displays that have been used at different times for computers.
with Todd McLeodIn this lesson, tech expert Todd McLeod presents this quick overview of the different types of displays that have been used at different times for computers.
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11 minSTEM lesson 126 CQ
When talking about monitors, concepts like pixels, resolution, and bit depth are all important, and in this lesson, computer expert Todd McLeod introduces them!
with Todd McLeodWhen talking about monitors, concepts like pixels, resolution, and bit depth are all important, and in this lesson, computer expert Todd McLeod introduces them!
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9 minSTEM lesson 135 CQ
In this lesson, tech expert Todd McLeod presents some of the latest concepts and experiences that come with devices that can implement augmented reality.
with Todd McLeodIn this lesson, tech expert Todd McLeod presents some of the latest concepts and experiences that come with devices that can implement augmented reality.
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4 minSTEM lesson 143 CQ
In this lesson, tech expert Todd McLeod reviews some of most common and promising uses of virtual reality, including training, simulations, and entertainment.
with Todd McLeodIn this lesson, tech expert Todd McLeod reviews some of most common and promising uses of virtual reality, including training, simulations, and entertainment.
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3 minSTEM lesson 152 CQ
As projection technology has advanced, the cost of projectors has come down, making them more accessible! In this lesson, learn all about projection technology.
with Todd McLeodAs projection technology has advanced, the cost of projectors has come down, making them more accessible! In this lesson, learn all about projection technology.
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11 minSTEM lesson 166 CQ
Probably the most common form of computer output are printed pages. In this technology lesson, review common printer types and their printing processes.
with Todd McLeodProbably the most common form of computer output are printed pages. In this technology lesson, review common printer types and their printing processes.
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5 minSTEM lesson 173 CQ
3D printing is one of the fastest growing frontiers of computer output! Learn about this technology and discover its effect on traditional manufacturing.
with Todd McLeod3D printing is one of the fastest growing frontiers of computer output! Learn about this technology and discover its effect on traditional manufacturing.
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4 minSTEM lesson 183 CQ
Working with display settings is essential for any computer user. In this lesson, learn to change resolution, orient a monitor, and update background images.
with Todd McLeodWorking with display settings is essential for any computer user. In this lesson, learn to change resolution, orient a monitor, and update background images.
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56378 min56-part Microsoft Office course216 CQ
Teachers, business professionals, and anyone else who needs to organize large amounts of data—this complete guide (for beginners!) to data analysis and visualization in Microsoft Excel is for you.
with Todd McLeodTeachers, business professionals, and anyone else who needs to organize large amounts of data—this complete guide (for beginners!) to data analysis and visualization in Microsoft Excel is for you.
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1045 min10-part Microsoft Office course27 CQ
With the basic Microsoft Excel knowledge introduced in this course, build a gradebook based on a course syllabus, format and customize data, and use formulas and functions to calculate grades!
with Todd McLeodWith the basic Microsoft Excel knowledge introduced in this course, build a gradebook based on a course syllabus, format and customize data, and use formulas and functions to calculate grades!
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17183 min17-part Basic Computing course98 CQ
Computers are essential tools that can increase your productivity and boost your quality of life. Improve your understanding of technology and basic computer skills with this beginner-friendly course.
with Todd McLeodComputers are essential tools that can increase your productivity and boost your quality of life. Improve your understanding of technology and basic computer skills with this beginner-friendly course.
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10115 min10-part Basic Computing course62 CQ
Understanding how a computer stores data is an essential computer skill. In this course, computer expert Todd McLeod shares everything he knows about computer data storage and how to manage memory.
with Todd McLeodUnderstanding how a computer stores data is an essential computer skill. In this course, computer expert Todd McLeod shares everything he knows about computer data storage and how to manage memory.
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17130 min17-part Hardware course74 CQ
If you’re looking for a course that covers the basics of computer hardware in plain language, this is it! Learn everything from drives to ROM with technology and computer expert, Todd McLeod.
with Todd McLeodIf you’re looking for a course that covers the basics of computer hardware in plain language, this is it! Learn everything from drives to ROM with technology and computer expert, Todd McLeod.
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1491 min14-part Computer Science course54 CQ
In today's business environment, system development and computer programming drive innovation and make things work better. Get an in-depth overview of how they work together for managing a business.
with Todd McLeodIn today's business environment, system development and computer programming drive innovation and make things work better. Get an in-depth overview of how they work together for managing a business.
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11185 min11-part Computer Science course99 CQ
If you want to add Linux to your programming skills, get expert insights and on-screen demonstrations in this deep-dive course that can help you launch or elevate your software development career.
with Travis P. BonfigliIf you want to add Linux to your programming skills, get expert insights and on-screen demonstrations in this deep-dive course that can help you launch or elevate your software development career.
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1095 min10-part Computer Science course51 CQ
In this digital logic course, learn basic types of binary coding, adding and subtracting binary code, AND, OR, XOR, NOT, NAND, and NOR gates, logic circuits, De Morgan's Theorem, and Karnaugh maps.
with Jack BuffingtonIn this digital logic course, learn basic types of binary coding, adding and subtracting binary code, AND, OR, XOR, NOT, NAND, and NOR gates, logic circuits, De Morgan's Theorem, and Karnaugh maps.
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11110 min11-part Computer Science course61 CQ
Learn how to set up a do-it-yourself home wireless network in this course. From terminology and equipment to setup and best practices, this hands-on IT course teaches how to build a wifi network.
with CPU ModderLearn how to set up a do-it-yourself home wireless network in this course. From terminology and equipment to setup and best practices, this hands-on IT course teaches how to build a wifi network.
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11112 min11-part Computer Science course61 CQ
You've likely heard about hacking and tried to protect your online identity from hackers. But what is hacking, who does it, and why? In this complete web hacking basics course, answer these questions!
You've likely heard about hacking and tried to protect your online identity from hackers. But what is hacking, who does it, and why? In this complete web hacking basics course, answer these questions!