Introduction
This basic computer skills course will provide you with an understanding of the most popular, current technologies used at home and in the workplace. You will become computer literate in this hands-on course while you learn to access, create, save and manage documents, spreadsheets and emails and use the Internet effectively. We demystify terminology and impart best practice skills for productive and secure use of hardware and software.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for adults who have little, or no previous experience using a computer and would like the opportunity to learn with others in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Course Level:
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Appropriately start up and shut down your computer
- Navigate the operating system and start applications
- Perform basic functions of file management
- Perform basic functions in a word processor and spreadsheet
- Manage print settings and print documents
- Receive and send emails
- Use a web browser to navigate the Internet.
Course Outline
Hardware and software
- The main components of a computer, including input and output devices
- The function of communication devices such as smartphones and tablets
- The role of Operating Systems, programs and apps
Windows
- Turning on the computer and logging on
- The Windows screen
- Running programs from the Start Menu
- Minimising, maximising, moving, resizing and closing windows
- Logging off and shutting down your computer
Working with programs
- Running multiple programs
- Desktop icons and creating a desktop shortcut
- Managing programs from the taskbar
- Closing programs
File management
- Managing Windows Explorer
- Creating, moving, renaming and deleting folders and files
- Understanding file extensions
- Viewing storage devices and network connections
- Managing USB flash drives
Word processing
- Creating documents in Microsoft Word
- Typing text, numbers and dates into a document
- Easy formatting
- Checking the spelling in your document
- Making and saving changes to your document
Spreadsheets
- Understanding spreadsheet functionality
- Creating spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel
- Typing text numbers and dates into a worksheet
- Easy formulas
- Easy formatting
- Making and saving changes to your workbook
- Printing a worksheet
Printing
- Print preview
- Print settings
- Managing the print queue
Using email
- The Outlook mail screen elements
- Composing and sending an email message
- Managing the Inbox
Accessing the internet
- Going to a specific website and bookmarking
- Understanding how to search/Google effectively
- Copy and paste Internet content into your documents and emails
- Stopping and refreshing pages
- Demystifying the Cloud
- Computer security best practices
Joining a Zoom Meeting
- Discuss the concepts and requirements of virtual conferencing
- Participate in an interactive Zoom Meeting
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Course Administration Details:
METHODOLOGY
The instructor-led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprise presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
ACCREDITATION
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
TRAINING VENUE
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
ACCOMMODATION AND AIRPORT PICKUP
Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
TAILOR-MADE
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
PAYMENT
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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