Computer Literacy: A Practical guide

You can start studying this course at any time of the year as soon as you have completed your registration, you can get started. There are no specific registration dates!

This course contains a CourseBookTM, which is an innovative fusion of the traditional textbook and online course, combining quality educational content with an interactive, social learning experience to promote success. The course has been broken into three Study Phases:

1. Study Phase 1 Quiz:
   • Computer literacy in context
   • The Windows operating system
   • The internet and email
2. Study Phase 2 Quiz:
   • Word processing software
   • Spreadsheet software
3. Study Phase 3 Quiz:
   • Presentation software

Work through the workbook. At the end of each Study Phase, there is a quiz to complete. You need to complete and pass each of the quizzes with a minimum of 70% to get a certificate. No restrictions on your attempts.

After completing this course, you should be able to:

• Master the evolution, hardware, software, networking, and cloud computing basics; differentiate between computer and digital literacy, highlighting their importance in education and the workplace.
• Gain proficiency in operating the Windows operating system, including setup, navigation, user account management, and the use of advanced customization and maintenance features.
• Utilize the internet and email effectively, incorporating web browsing strategies, search engine optimization, downloading protocols, and comprehensive email communication and management techniques.
• Create and manage professional documents, spreadsheets, and presentations using word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software, incorporating advanced formatting, data analysis tools, and multimedia elements.
• Apply advanced features of spreadsheet software for data analysis and pivot tables; design impactful presentations with engaging animations, transitions, and effective communication strategies.
• Develop skills in web-based communication, mastering the use of web browsers, search engines, and web-based email services, along with understanding digital citizenship in the modern internet landscape.
• Combine knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet analysis, and presentation creation to execute comprehensive office productivity tasks, including document saving, exporting, and printing across all platforms for professional output.