Provide foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary for everyday use of computers and common software applications.
“This course explains what a computer is and what it does, looking at the different elements of a computer, including the hardware and software components. You will learn the basic functions of a computer, how to hold and operate a mouse and a keyboard, how to open and close programs and documents, and many more exciting features”
Course Content
- What is a computer
- What are hardware and software
- Different types of computers
- What is a storage device
- What is an input device
- How to hold a mouse
- How to use a mouse
- Exploring the Keyboard
- What is an output device?
- Printing
- What is an operating system
- Exploring the Desktop
- Managing files with File Explorer
- Exploring the Taskbar
- Personalise your Desktop
- What is application software
- Open and save applications
- Help and support facilities
- Introduction
- The Internet and different networks
- Network components and signing in
- Types of telephone network connections
- The World Wide Web
- Internet and Web applications
- Modems, browsers and ISPs
- Bandwidth
- Types of Internet access
- Surfing strategies
- Benefits and limits of the Internet
- Computer ergonomics
- Computer health and safety
- Setting up a computer workstation
- Environmentally responsible practices
- Non-accredited: Short course only
- Duration: 1h 30m
- Delivery: Classroom/Online/Blended
- Access Period: 12 Months
