Computer Literacy

Course Outline:

The course will cover the following:

Introduction – introduction to the computer and its components, powering on a computer, using the mouse, keyboard, CD-ROM, starting an application, playing a game, intro to a network, a general guide into the capabilities of a computer (using a media file), opening a file, closing a file, etc

Computer and Components – computer systems, input, output, processing, hardware and software and it components, bits and bites, storage size of different secondary storage medium and when it should be used.

Windows XP – The desktop - arranging icons, changing the properties background, colour scheme, screen saver, etc.

Working with Programmes – Starting a program, switching between programs, minimizing all open windows, etc.                                                                                                  

Files and folders - managing, opening, coping, moving, sending, creating shortcuts, changing the name, deleting, etc.                                                                                               

How files and folders look – Changing the appearance of items on the desktop, show all files and file name extensions, etc.

Microsoft Word XP – Creating a document, Editing a Document, Formatting Text, Formatting Documents, etc

Microsoft Excel XP – Working with Cells, Workbook Files, Working with Worksheets, Working with Ranges, Performing calculations, copying, cell and range formatting, etc

Microsoft PowerPoint XP – Working with a Presentation, creating a presentation, presentation views, (slide, outline, slide sorter and slide show views, working with slides, working with objects, clip arts and pictures, slide transitions, etc

Microsoft Access XP – Define Database, Creating a simple database, create reports, create query,  working with access, building and modifying tables, building and modifying forms, insert delete and amend records, etc

Internet and Email – Internet terms, How to access the internet, surfing the internet, reading emails, create/send/receive email, adding email address, etc

Exams:

Students are required to complete a project or practical exam upon completion of the course. Students will receive a certificate of completion.

Books:

No books required. CTS will provide all materials for the programme.

Prerequisities

There are no formal prerequisites. If you cannot use a computer or you are limited in what you can do on a computer then this course is for you.

Course Offering:

Duration: 42 contact hours

Class Days (Two Options):
[Option 1]: Tuesdays & Wednesdays (participants must attend both days)
[Option 2]: Saturdays only

Class Time:

Tuition Cost: TT$500

Class Schedule:

Start dates: