Technical Analysis Course Outline
Learn how to read charts and spot market trends with our Technical Analysis Course. Whether you’re new to trading or want to improve, this course teaches you the tools and techniques to make smart trading decisions.
Course Curriculum
Overview of Technical Analysis
- Definition and importance
- Comparison with fundamental analysis
- History and evolution
Basics of Price Action
- Understanding price movements
- Types of charts: Line, bar, and candlestick charts
Trend Analysis
- Identifying trends: Uptrend, downtrend, and sideways trend
- Trendlines and channel
Reversal Patterns
- Head and shoulders
- Double tops and bottoms
- Triple tops and bottoms
Continuation Patterns
- Flags and pennants
- Triangles: Ascending, descending, and symmetrical
- Rectangles
Volume Indicators
- On-balance volume (OBV)
- Volume price trend (VPT)
Momentum Indicators
- Relative strength index (RSI)
- Moving average convergence divergence (MACD)
- Stochastic oscillator
Trend Indicators
- Moving averages: Simple and exponential
- Average directional index (ADX)
Volatility Indicators
- Bollinger Bands
- Average true range (ATR)
Single Candlestick Patterns
- Doji
- Hammer and hanging man
- Shooting star and inverted hammer
Multiple Candlestick Patterns
- Engulfing patterns
- Harami patterns
- Morning and evening stars
Fibonacci Retracement and Extensions
- Understanding Fibonacci levels
- Applying Fibonacci to charts
Elliott Wave Theory
- Basics of wave theory
- Identifying wave patterns
Gann Theory
- Introduction to Gann angles
- Using Gann tools in analysis
Developing a Trading Plan
- Setting goals and risk management
- Choosing the right assets
Backtesting Strategies
- Importance of backtesting
- Tools and techniques for backtesting
Live Trading Examples
- Real-world case studies
- Analyzing past trades and outcomes
Understanding Trader Psychology
- Common psychological pitfalls
- Techniques to manage emotions
Building Discipline and Patience
- Importance of a disciplined approach
- Strategies to improve trading discipline
Summary of Key Concepts
- Recap of major topics covered
- Key takeaways
Further Reading and Resources
- Recommended books and articles
- Online resources and tools
Q&A and Final Assessment
- Addressing common questions
- Final course assessment or quiz
Course Outline
- Introduction to Technical Analysis
- Chart Patterns
- Technical Indicators
- Candlestick Patterns
- Advanced Techniques
- Practical Application
- Psychological Aspects of Trading
- Course Wrap-Up