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ECDL: Tutor-Led Part Time

Course Description

A full ECDL hands on broadcast class with full tutor support, students will be required to follow a syllabus set by the BCS (British computer society) which includes Microsoft office applications and operating system. Sessions are led by tutors with the ECDL-“Expert” qualification.

Teaching Method and Course Schedule

The course is a 13-week (6 hours per week) Tutor led & classroom based course. Class format is a traditional "Structured Class" with set lessons each week. Each module ends with a short 45 minute exam.

• Week 1 - Basic Concepts of IT

• Week 2 – Using the Computer and Managing Files

• Weeks 3 & 4 – Word Processing (with Ms-Word)

• Weeks 5,6 & 7 – Spreadsheets (with Ms-Excel)

• Weeks 8,9 & 10 – Databases (with Ms-Access)

• Weeks 11 & 12 – Presentations (with Ms-Powerpoint)

• Week 13 – Information and Communication (The internet and e-mail)

Session Options

• Option – A ( Monday and Wednesday) – 3pm to 6pm

• Option – B (Tuesday and Thursday) – 3pm to 6pm

• Option – C (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday) – 6pm to 8pm

Exam sessions are Thursday 6pm to 8pm or Friday 3pm to 6pm

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Module 1: Concepts of Information Technology

The primary objective of the course is to broaden a user’s knowledge of Information Technology.

Programme Developed For

Users with no experience in working with computers aiming to broaden their knowledge

Prerequisites

A basic knowledge of using a personal computer in the Windows environment is an essential prerequisite for this course.

• Knowledge of personal computer fundamentals

• Experience in working within the Microsoft Windows environment

• A reasonable degree of keyboard proficiency • Experience in using a mouse

Programme Focus

1. General Concepts 2. Hardware 3. Software 4. Information Networks 5. The use of IT in Everyday Life 6. Health and Safety, Environment 7. Security 8. Copyright and the Law

Certification

ECDL®

Progression

Professional Certifications (A+, MCP, MCSA, MCSE)

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Module 2: Using the Computer and Managing Files

The primary objective of the course is to broaden a user’s knowledge of Ms Windows Explorer and Operating System.



Prerequisites





Programme Focus

1. Computer Environment 2. Desktop 3. Managing Files 4. Viruses 5. Print Management

Certification ECDL

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Progression Professional Certifications (A+, MCP, MCSA, MCSE)

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Module 3: Word Processing

MS Word 2000

The primary objective of the course is to broaden a user’s knowledge of MS Word


Users with no experience in working with Word aiming to broaden their knowledge of the program

Prerequisites





Programme Focus

1. First Steps with Word Processing 2. Adjust Settings 3. Insert, Select and Edit Data 4. Search and Replace 5. Text Formatting 6. Paragraph Formatting 7. Document Formatting 8. Insert Tables 9. Working with Charts, Pictures and Images 10. Perform Mail Merge 11. Prepare Outputs

Certification

ECDL®

Progression Advanced ECDL

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Module 4: Spreadsheets

MS Excel 2000

The primary objective of the course is to broaden a user’s knowledge of MS Excel


Users with no experience in working with Excel aiming to broaden their knowledge of the program.

Prerequisites





Programme Focus

1. Open and Close the application 2. Create new Spreadsheet and save in different formats 3. Adjust Settings 4. Insert and Edit Data in cells 5. Handling Worksheets 6. Formulas and Functions 7. Formatting 8. Charts and Graphs 9. Prepare Outputs

Certification

ECDL®

Progression

Advanced ECDL® Spreadsheets

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Module 5: Database

MS Access 2000

The primary objective of the course is to broaden a user’s knowledge of MS Access.


Users with no experience in working with Databases aiming to broaden their knowledge of the program

Prerequisites





Programme Focus

1. Database Concepts 2. Using the database application 3. Tables 4. Forms 5. Retrieving Information in the form of Queries 6. Reports 7. Prepare Outputs

Certification

ECDL®

Progression

Advanced ECDL® Database

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Module 6: Presentation

MS PowerPoint 2000

The primary objective of the course is to broaden a user’s knowledge of Ms PowerPoint


Users with no experience in working with PowerPoint aiming to broaden their knowledge of the program

Prerequisites




• A reasonable degree of keyboard proficiency

• Experience in using a mouse

Programme Focus

1. Open and Close a Presentation 2. Adjust Settings 3. Developing a Presentation 4. Using Charts, Graphs and Drawn Objects 5. Creating an organisational chart 6. Slide Show Effects 7. Prepare Outputs

Certification

ECDL®

Progression

Advanced ECDL® Presentation

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Module 7: Information and Communication

MS Internet Explorer

The primary objective of the course is to broaden a user’s knowledge of the Internet


Users with no experience in sending or receiving e-mails aiming to broaden their knowledge

Prerequisites





Programme Focus

1. The Internet 2. Web Navigation 3. Web Searching 4. Electronic Mail 5. Messaging 6. Mail Management

Certification

ECDL®

Progression

Professional Certification (MCP)

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Unit E: Using IT

The primary objective of the course is to broaden a user’s knowledge of Information Technology



Prerequisites





Programme Focus

1. Legal Issues 2. Health and Safety 3. Application Integration 4. Good Practice 5. Application Selection 6. Presenting Information

Certification

ECDL®

Progression

Advanced ECDL®, BCS Level 3

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