Computer Basic Course

A computer can be used to store records and files, communicate locally or internationally, prepare a variety of documents and reports, edit photos and video, and provide you with access to a global network of information. 

Beyond this, computers are now used in science, health, business, and government to such an extent that it would be extremely difficult to function without them.

Outcomes:

We will take you through the inside and outside of a computer, into the operating system and through some basic applications, including how to email, and browse the internet. 

You will be shown the difference between hardware and software, learn the first steps of using a computer, including using the keyboard, mouse and Windows desktop, and effectively manage files and folders.

Course Outline
 
An Overview Of PC:

- The Startup Screen
- The Mouse
- The Windows
- Working with Programs
- Display
- Regional Settings, Keyboard
 
Internet Explorer & Internet:

- Connecting to the Internet
- What is the Internet
- What is a Web Server
- The Web Browser
- Searching the Internet
 
Emails Using HTML Looks:

- What is Outlook
- The Navigation Pane
- Creating Messages
- Signature
- Attaching files to a message
- Spelling & Grammar
- Opening & replying

Working With Files:

- Naming Files      
- Locating, Opening Files, Saving Files
- Printing Files
- Directories, File structures
- Path names

Browsing The Web:

- Overview
- Viruses
- Web sites & URL’s
- Hyperlinks
- Searching & Search Engines
- Favourites
- Customising Options
 
Contacts:

- The Contact List
- Creating a Contact
 
Calendar:

- Creating appointments
- Creating meetings
- Accepting/Declining meetings