Basic Computer

About Course

This is a course designed to introduce individuals to the world of computers, so it is rich in its depth and breadth of content. In this course you know how to use computers in our day-and-age. This course will give you the skills you need to use computers well. This course will give you the skills you need to use computers . Learn how to operate a computer including a vast array of hands-on skills – managing files, backing –up files, determining your computer’s properties, upgrading your computer, changing settings on your computer. Learn to do some simple programing including coding, testing, debugging, and running a program. Learn about application software and system software including operating systems, utilities, and drivers. Learn about networks including architecture, topology, firewalls, security, wireless networks, and securing wireless networks. Learn about program development, programming languages, and the program development life cycle. Learn about privacy and security issues related to computers.

The objective of the course is to impart basic level computer appreciation programme with more emphasis on hands on training.
Acquire confidence in using computer techniques available to users;
Recognize the basic components of computers and terminology;
Understand data, information and file management;
Create documents using Word processor, Spreadsheet & Presentation Software;
Understand computer networks, Internet;
Browse the internet, content search, email and collaborate with peers;
Use e-Governance applications;
Use computer to improve existing skills and learn new skills.

From the fundamentals, to the most advanced features, this course covers everything you need to know to use computers well.
Learn incredibly valuable hands-on computer skills.
This course will visually show you how to easily do everything with computers.
After joining this course, you will have a thorough understanding of how to use computers well.

Basic computer skills refer to the ability to use computers and related technology to perform fundamental tasks.
You can make presentations, work with application software, access databases, communicate with team members and create beautiful designs.
Fosters efficient ways of working: Knowing the basics helps you streamline your everyday tasks. This allows you more time to focus on other areas of your job role.
Helps in career advancement: Being able to use computer tools relevant to your job allows you to work on more challenging projects and helps you get a job faster than candidates who lack these skills.

KNOWING COMPUTER

USING SPREAD SHEET

UNDERSTANDING WORD PROCESSING

Introduction
Objectives
Word Processing Basics
- Opening Word Processing Package
- Menu Bar
- Using The Help
- Using The Icons Below Menu Bar
Opening and closing Documents
- Opening Documents
- Save and Save as
- Page Setup
- Print Preview
- Printing of Documents
Text Creation and manipulation
- Document Creation
- Editing Text
- Text Selection
- Cut, Copy and Paste
- Spell check
- Thesaurus
Formatting the Text
- Font and Size selection
- Alignment of Text
- Paragraph Indenting
- Bullets and Numbering
- Changing case
Table Manipulation
- Draw Table
- Changing cell width and height
- Alignment of Text in cell
- Delete / Insertion of row and column
- Border and shading
Summary

Model Answers

Introduction
Objectives
Basic of Computer Networks<
- Local Area Network (LAN)
- Wide Area Network (WAN)
Internet
- Concept of Internet
- Applications of Internet
- Connecting to the Internet
- Troubleshooting
Summary
Model answers

WWW AND WEB BROWSER

Introduction
Objectives
Basics of E-mail
- What is an Electronic Mail
- Email Addressing
Using E-mails
- Opening Email account
- Mailbox: Inbox and Outbox
- Creating and Sending a new E-mail
- Replying to an E-mail message
- Forwarding an E-mail message
- Sorting and Searching emails
Document collaboration
Instant Messaging and Collaboration
- Using Instant messaging
- Instant messaging providers
- Netiquettes
Summary

MAKING SMALL PRESENTATIONS

Introduction
Objectives
Basics
- Using PowerPoint
- Opening A PowerPoint Presentation
- Saving A Presentation
Creation of Presentation
- Creating a Presentation Using a Template
- Creating a Blank Presentation
- Entering and Editing Text
- Inserting And Deleting Slides in a Presentation
Preparation of Slides
- Inserting Word Table or An Excel Worksheet
- Adding Clip Art Pictures
- Inserting Other Objects
- Resizing and Scaling an Object
Presentation of Slides
- Viewing A Presentation
- Choosing a Set Up for Presentation
- Printing Slides And Handouts
Slide Show
- Running a Slide Show
- Transition and Slide Timings
- Automating a Slide Show
Summary

who want to improve their programming skills by applying industry best practices in their daily work.
Individuals looking to learn Basic Computer
Project Managers, Software architects and Development Team Leaders, who want to implement or improve a software development process within a project, and who want to define a project or company-wide set of recommended tools and best practices.
Project Managers, Software architects and Development Team Leaders, who want to implement or improve a software development process within a project, and who want to define a project or company-wide set of recommended tools and best practices.