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:
| Review
of PC Basics & Computer Jargon
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Creating
Shortcut Icons
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| Operating & application
software
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Creating
a desktop shortcut
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| Storage devices & systems back
up
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Renaming
- deleting a shortcut
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| Measuring memory - file sizes
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| Avoiding computer viruses
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Deleting
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Deleting
files and folders
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| The
Desktop
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Restoring
files and folder
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| Wallpaper, icons, Start and the
taskbar
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Managing
the recycling bin
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| Mouse control - left click - right
click
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| Find information about CPU &
RAM
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Searching
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| Move Icons on the desktop
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Searching
for files & folders
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| Switching off / on
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Search
by name - location - file type
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| Using
Windows
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Using
Floppy Discs
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| Menu bar - title bar - toolbars -
scrollbars
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Formatting
a floppy disk
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| Minimise, Maximise, Restore and
Close
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Saving
to floppy disc
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| Resizing a window
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Opening
files on floppy disk
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| Using multiple windows
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| Using the help facility
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Trouble
Shooting
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Programs
that stop responding
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| Control
Panel
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Rebooting
your computer safely
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| Display - wall paper and themes
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| Screen savers - screen resolution
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Screen
Shots
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| Time, date and location settings
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Capturing
a screen shot
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| Mouse settings and appearance
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Pasting
a screen shot into MS Word
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| File
Management Basics
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Print
Management
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| Understanding files & folders
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Viewing
available / installed printers
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| Saving a file - best practice
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Printers
- setting the default printer
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Print
jobs - view - cancel - pause - resume
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| File
Management - Windows Explorer
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| Viewing files & folders
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Review
Questions and Exercises
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| Creating a new folder &
subfolders
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Practical
exercises to practice new skills
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| Selecting individual &
multiple files
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| Moving files & folders
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| Coping files and folders
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| Renaming files & folders
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| Opening files in Explorer
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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
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Organise
and manage the work files and folders that staff create
effectively |
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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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Save
both time and money - good
training pays for itself over and over again |
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Keep
ahead (or up with) your competitors |
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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