Computer Literacy

Certification: FETAC 3

Duration: 7 wks x 3 hrs

This course is for complete beginners who have never used a computer before.

AIMS

This course will help participants to understand the essential elements of computer hardware and software. It introduces common computer applications including Word, Internet and Email. The Specific Learning Outcomes are grouped into four units:

• Computer Operation and Use
• Introduction to Word Processing
• Introduction to Internet
• Introduction to Email

Computer Operation and Use

• Describe the component parts of a computer system
• Identify areas of everyday life where the learner interacts with computers
• Describe the uses of common software applications
• Operate computer, with due attention to safety procedures

Introduction to Word Processing (Word)

• Load a word processing system
• Key in text to specification
• Edit text
• Enhance text
• Print a document
• Exit from software

Introduction to Internet

• Browsing the Web
• Hyperlinks and Web Addresses
• Using Search Engines - finding the information you want

Introduction to Email

• Create, send and receive Email messages
• Reply and forward Email messages
• Send and receive attachments

This course is currently scheduled as follows: