Course
Outline and Content
What is the
ECDL? (European Computer Driving Licence)
ECDL is an IT qualification issued by the British Computer Society
for computer users that is recognised by employers throughout
Europe. ECDL contains 7 modules covering essential IT fundamentals
and the most frequently used computer applications.
Course
Aims and Objectives
1. To prepare delegates to pass this module of the
ECDL qualification by providing them with the necessary skills,
knowledge and techniques.
2. To provide essential IT skills that will boost delegates'
confidence, understanding and performance.
Style of Training
A
structured, hands-on, tutor-led session for each module using practical examples
and exercises. In addition to syllabus material, delegates will
also be given mock tests to practise and valuable tips to help
improve their performance during the test.
What
level is the ECDL?
Introduction to
intermediate level. (Starting with the basics whilst also covering
a number of more in-depth topics).
Who
should attend?
1.
New users who would like a structured learning program and an IT
qualification.
2. Self-taught users who would like an IT qualification and to
fill the gaps in their knowledge.
3. Competent users who would like an IT qualification to show for
their skills.
Prerequisites
No
previous experience is required, however, basic computer skills
and experience working with applications within a Windows
environment would be an advantage.
Course
Content
A typical ECDL course for this module would cover the following topics:
| Computers
in Society
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Storage
Devices
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| Computers
in the workplace and the home
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What
is a storage device?
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| Computer
Based Training (CBT)
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What
is memory? Measuring memory
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Hard
discs, floppy discs, CD ROMs and writers
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| Computer
Equipment
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Backing
up information, why is it necessary?
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| What
is hardware and software?
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What
is a memory stick? What is a ZIP disc?
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| What
are input & output devices?
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| What
are computer peripherals?
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Computer
Networks
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What
is a computer network?
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| Types
of Computer
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What
are the benefits of using a network?
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| A
look at different types of computers
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What
does LAN and WAN mean?
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| Computer
Software
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The
Internet
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| What
is computer software?
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What
is the internet?
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| What
is a GUI
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What
is e-mail & e-commerce?
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| What
is operation and application software
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Advantages
& disadvantages
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| What
is Microsoft Windows?
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What
is a computer virus?
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| What's
Excel, Word, PowerPoint, & Access?
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How
can viruses be avoided?
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| What
are licences, freeware and shareware?
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| What
is multimedia?
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Health
and Safety Issues
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Health and safety awareness |
| Inside
Your Computer
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Best
practices for using computers |
| What
is a CPU?
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| What
is RAM?
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Please
note: The full ECDL syllabus for this module can be
found at www.ecdl.co.uk
Course
Duration - Full Day
or Half Day
Benefits to
your organisation
 |
Ensure
staff understand computer basics and common IT Jargon |
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More skills will make staff more efficient, accurate and
productive |
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Boost
morale - training makes staff feel valued and gives them a
sense of achievement |
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Improve
presentation of work. A professional presentation = A
professional image |
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Get the job
done correctly first time - avoid time wasting and costly
mistakes |
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Keep
ahead (or up with) your competitors |
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Save
both time and money - good
training pays for itself over and over again |
Benefits
to the individual
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Boost your
own personal development, CV and career prospects |
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Learn new
IT skills – improve your overall IT confidence and
performance |
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Give
yourself more options to choose from |
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Save
yourself time – learn useful shortcuts |
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Get
the job done more quickly and efficiently |
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