Basic Computer Training (1)

Computer Hardware & Safe Usage

• Recognise and understand different hardware components and their uses these will include the keyboard and its functions, the mouse and its functions, the monitor, the printer, modems, scanners and speakers.
• Set up your work area.
• Correct your posture.
• Exercises to use to avoid strain.
• Using electricity safely.

Microsoft Windows XP

• Understand the components of Windows.
• Start programs.
• Move and close windows.
• Resize windows.
• Switch between programs.
• Shut down

Basic Word Processing

• Start Word.
• Explore the Word window.
• Enter text in a document.
• Save a document.
• Format text in a document.
• Close a document and quit Word.

Managing Files and Folders

• View and open folders.
• Open, edit, and save files.
• Print files.
• Sort files.
• Create files and folders.
• Move, copy, and rename files and folders.
• Delete files and folders.

The Internet and World Wide Web

• Understand what the internet is and how it works.
• Understand what is on the internet.
• Understand how to connect to the Internet.
• Understand how to choose an Internet Service Provider
• Know the difference between Broadband and dial up.
• Search for information on the Web.
• Create a Favorites list.
• Use and modify your History folder.

Understanding Email and Microsoft Outlook

• Start Outlook.
• Navigate within Outlook.
• Use the Outlook bar.
• Use the Folder List.
• Use the Office Assistant.
• Compose, address, and send messages.
• Format the body of a message.
• Attach a file to a message.
• Check for e-mail messages.
• Read messages.
• Reply to and forward messages.
• Print messages.
• Find messages.
• Recall messages.
• Delete messages.
• Save a draft of a message.