Python is a high-level, general-purpose programming language that was first released in 1991 by Guido van Rossum. It is known for its simple and easy-to-read syntax, which makes it a popular choice for beginners as well as experienced programmers. Python is a interpreted language which means that the source code is executed line by line and doesn’t need a separate compilation step.

1. Web scraping: This covers the use of Python libraries such as BeautifulSoup and Scrapy to extract data from websites.

2. Database integration: This covers the use of Python libraries such as SQLAlchemy and PyMySQL to interact with databases and perform CRUD operations.

3. Network programming: This covers the use of Python libraries such as socket and requests to create network-based applications and interact with web services.

4. GUI programming: This covers the use of Python libraries such as Tkinter, PyQt, and wxPython to create graphical user interface (GUI) applications.

5. Game development: This covers the use of Python libraries such as Pygame and Arcade to create 2D and 3D games.

6. Advanced topics: Depending on the course, this may include topics such as parallel and concurrent programming, functional programming, and other advanced features of the Python language.

7. Best practices and design patterns: This covers the use of best practices and design patterns in Python programming, such as the SOLID principles, DRY, and KISS principles, to write maintainable and scalable code.

8. Final Project: This includes the final project, in which students will have the opportunity to apply the knowledge they have learned in the course by working on a comprehensive project.