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Computers for Beginners
 
Course Description    
Students will learn the basic skills necessary to operate a personal computer (PC) in today’s world. The course is suitable for those with no experience of using a PC or for those who are self-taught and who need a more solid foundation on the fundamentals of computer operation.  
Course Content Prerequisites

OCR
Cisco
Sage
COmTIA
BCS
ECDL
MCP

Lesson 1: Introduction to Personal Computers
What is a Personal Computer?
Basic Terminology
Hardware
Software
Lesson 2: The Windows Environment
Starting the computer and logging on
Using the mouse
Using the keyboard
The Windows Desktop
The Start Menu
Controlling Windows
Lesson 3: Using Programs
Using WordPad
Using Paint
Using two programs concurrently
Lesson 4: Managing Files and Folders
Introduction to Windows Explorer
Managing folders
Managing files
Additional file management techniques
The Recycle Bin
Formatting a floppy disk
Lesson 5: Using the Internet and E-mail
What is the Internet?
The World Wide Web
E-mail
Creating your own e-mail account
Sending and receiving e-mail messages
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Course Duration
7.5 hours
Study Methods Available
aIndividual Tuition
aGroup Training
x Distance Learning
Follow-on Courses
ECDL
Word Level 1
Excel Level 1
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