New CLAIT: Using a Computer - Web Based Online Training Tutorials

Summary:

This online computer training course provides an introduction to using a computer and creating and managing simple documents. Users will develop familiarity with the particular hardware to be used, and the concepts of data input, output (printing) and basic document management.

Objectives:

After completing this course, students will be able to:

Identify and use a personal computer, monitor, keyboard and mouse (or equivalent) Locate and access data on a computer Input small amounts of unformatted text, numbers and symbols Print a document using the default printer settings Manage documents and data

Outline:

Introduction to the personal computer Hardware and software The Graphical User Interface and desktop Security and safety Organising and managing files and data Editing and printing data

Features:

Exercises that allow users to practice the application

A file containing the text of the exercises

Simulations that allow users to practice course skills, even if they don't have access to the application

A glossary

A Skill Assessment

Applicability:

This course is for anyone preparing for the New CLAIT qualification, or anyone who wants an introduction to basic computer use.

Prerequisites:

Technical Requirements:

200MHz Pentium with 32MB Ram. 640 x 480 256-color video (800 x 600 is recommended). Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000, or XP. Minimum Connection Speed: 28.8k. Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher required. Authorware and Macromedia Flash player recommended but not required. JavaScript must be enabled. Netscape and AOL browsers not supported.

Copyright Information:

Microsoft® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or organizations.

Terms of Use:

None