UPI Study Colleges University of the People Fundamentals of Information Technology
University of the People Transfer Credit · Computer Science 200

CS 1104 – Computer Systems at UoPeople.

Earn this University of the People equivalency through UPI Study's Fundamentals of Information Technology — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Fundamentals of Information Technology — transfers as CS 1104 – Computer Systems at University of the People
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Fundamentals of Information Technology
Computer Science 200 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
University of the People recognizes as
CS 1104 – Computer Systems
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: CS 1104
WASC accredited since 2025 · Transcript sent directly to University of the People
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to UoPeople
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of fundamentals of information technology, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • Identify key concepts, components, and types of information systems in business
  • Describe computer system fundamentals, including hardware, memory, and data storage
  • Explain the binary language of computers and the role of input/output devices
  • Evaluate data storage technologies and their historical evolution
  • Examine the functions of operating systems and differentiate between software types
  • Design relational databases and perform SQL queries for business intelligence
  • Describe computer networks, internet components, and cloud computing
  • Implement network security measures and predict future networking trends
  • Analyze e-commerce models, manage infrastructure, and explore specialized information systems
  • Apply knowledge management, AI techniques, software development methods, and address IT ethical considerations
📚Major topics covered
What is an Information System? Hardware & Binary Systems Software Types & Enterprise Applications Data, Databases & Big Data Database Management Systems (DBMS) SQL & Business Intelligence Networking & Communication Information Systems Security Strategic Role of IT in Business Business Process Management (BPM) People & Careers in IT Information Systems Development Globalization & the Digital Divide Ethics, Privacy & Legal Implications Trends: Cloud, AI & Mobile Computing Software Development Methodologies
Grading: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam
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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to University of the People's registrar. UoPeople applies the equivalency: CS 1104 – Computer Systems.

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Assessment fees saved at UoPeople
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

UoPeople is tuition-free, but charges a $120 per-course assessment fee for undergraduate courses. Savings = transferred credits × $40 (the per-credit equivalent of UoPeople's $120 assessment fee for a 3-credit course). UoPeople credit awards subject to their evaluation policy.

Frequently asked questions

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📚 About Fundamentals of Information Technology
What is Fundamentals of Information Technology?
Fundamentals of Information Technology is a college-level technology course covering core concepts and practical skills in the subject area. It is Computer Science 200 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying ACE and NCCRS recommendations from ACE & NCCRS.
What technical background do I need?
No specific technical background is required to start. The course is structured to build from foundational concepts to practical application, making it accessible to students at any level.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries ACE and NCCRS recommendations for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same ACE & NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry ACE and NCCRS recommendations — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About CS 1104 – Computer Systems at UoPeople
Does University of the People accept Fundamentals of Information Technology as a direct equivalent to their CS 1104 – Computer Systems?
Yes. Under the formal Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and University of the People, UPI Study's Fundamentals of Information Technology is recognized as a direct named equivalent of UoPeople's CS 1104 – Computer Systems — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists Fundamentals of Information Technology as transferring as CS 1104 – Computer Systems — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your UoPeople transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken CS 1104 – Computer Systems at UoPeople or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for CS 1104 – Computer Systems, UoPeople typically applies UPI Study's Fundamentals of Information Technology as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your UoPeople advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking CS 1104 – Computer Systems directly at UoPeople?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your UoPeople degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while UoPeople's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without UoPeople enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at UoPeople to reduce overall program time.
Does University of the People ever change which courses they accept as CS 1104 – Computer Systems?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and University of the People explicitly lists Fundamentals of Information Technology → CS 1104 – Computer Systems. We update this page whenever the MOU changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the MOU change.
🔄 About transferring to UoPeople
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my UoPeople degree?
University of the People accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 67 UPI Study courses are recognized by UoPeople under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at UoPeople.
Do I need to enroll at UoPeople first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no UoPeople enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to UoPeople when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach UoPeople?
Once you complete Fundamentals of Information Technology, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by University of the People. UoPeople's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (CS 1104 – Computer Systems) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Fundamentals of Information Technology for your UoPeople credit.

What is Fundamentals of Information Technology?

Fundamentals of Information Technology is an introduction to how computer systems support business work. It covers the basic parts of information systems, hardware and software, data and databases, networks, security, and how IT helps organizations make decisions and run processes. The course gives students a broad view of how computers, data, and business needs fit together.

How the course teaches you

This self-paced online course uses video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam, with grading weighted at 20% Quizzes, 30% Assignments, and 50% Final Exam. When you finish and your transcript is sent to University of the People, the completed course can be reviewed for transfer as CS 1104 – Computer Systems, a named course equivalency in the UoPeople catalog.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The material helps you understand how computer systems, data, networks, and security support business work, which is useful in day-to-day office tasks and in roles that depend on using technology well. At University of the People, this credit can support progress in programs such as the Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science, where CS 1104 – Computer Systems may fit into your degree plan.

Skills you walk away with

Identify types and components of information systemsExplain hardware, memory, storage, and binary basicsDifferentiate operating systems and software typesDesign simple relational databasesWrite basic SQL queries for business questionsDescribe networks, internet components, and cloud computingRecognize common network security measures

Taking this course toward UoPeople

After you complete the course, your transcript is sent to University of the People for evaluation, and the registrar reviews it for transfer credit. If accepted, the course is applied as CS 1104 – Computer Systems, which is a named recognition rather than a general elective. That matters because it can place the course directly into your UoPeople degree plan in programs such as the Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science. UoPeople may accept up to 90 credits toward a degree, so this course can help you make progress while staying within that transfer ceiling.

Who this course is for

This course is a good fit for students who want a clear, transferable introduction to information technology before moving into a University of the People degree. It is especially useful if you are trying to make efficient use of transfer credit, since UoPeople may accept up to 90 credits, and this course has a named equivalency as CS 1104 – Computer Systems. It is less useful if you are looking for advanced systems work rather than a foundational course.

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What it means to transfer to UoPeople.

University of the People is the world's first non-profit, tuition-free, WASC-accredited online university. Its team evaluates your transcript for you, and you only pay a small per-course assessment fee — no tuition.

What UoPeople offers UPI students
Tuition-free degree programs
Only $17 per course transferred
Free transcript evaluation
WASC-accredited since 2025
The numbers
75%
Max transfer toward an associate or bachelor's
$17
Per-course transfer fee (no tuition)
📋 UoPeople's official transfer page → WASC accredited since 2025

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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