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Computer Essentials

This document provides an overview of a computer essentials module that aims to teach key concepts and skills related to using computers and devices, file management, networks, and data security. The module objectives are to understand ICT fundamentals, use basic computer functions like starting up and shutting down, create documents, manage files and folders, understand storage and networks, and learn about protecting devices and data. Completing the module certifies the mastery of best practices for effective computer use by covering important topics informed by computer experts worldwide.

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Computer Essentials

This document provides an overview of a computer essentials module that aims to teach key concepts and skills related to using computers and devices, file management, networks, and data security. The module objectives are to understand ICT fundamentals, use basic computer functions like starting up and shutting down, create documents, manage files and folders, understand storage and networks, and learn about protecting devices and data. Completing the module certifies the mastery of best practices for effective computer use by covering important topics informed by computer experts worldwide.

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COMPUTER ESSENTIALS

This module sets out essential concepts and skills relating to the use of devices, file
creation and management, networks, and data security
ON COMPLETION OF THIS MODULE THE CANDIDATE WILL BE ABLE TO:

 Understand key concepts relating to ICT, computers, devices and software.


 Start up and shut down a computer.
 Work effectively on the computer desktop using icons, windows.
 Adjust the main operating system settings and use built-in help features.
 Create a simple document and print an output.
 Know about the main concepts of file management and be able to efficiently organise files and
folders.
 Understand key storage concepts and use utility software to compress and extract large files.
 Understand network concepts and connection options and be able to connect to a network.
 Understand the importance of protecting data and devices from malware, and the importance of
backing up data.
 Recognise considerations relating to green IT, accessibility, and user health.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF THIS MODULE?

 Covers the key skills and main concepts relating to ICT,computers, devices, and software.
 Certifies best practice in effective computer use.
 Developed with input from computer users, subject matter experts, and practising computer
professionals from all over the world. This process ensures the relevence and range of module
content.

SYLLABUS

The Syllabus sets out the specific knowledge and skills that make up this module, as informed by
input from subject matter experts from a wide range of computer societies and organisations.

Download the Computer Essentials Module Syllabus (PDF)


COMPUTER ESSENTIALS SYLLABUS OVERVIEW:

CATEGORY
SKILL SET
Computers and Devices
 ICT
 Hardware
 Software and Licensing
 Start Up, Shut Down
Desktop, Icons, Settings
 Desktops and Icons
 Using Windows
 Tools and Settings
Outputs
 Working with text
 Printing
File Management
 Introducing Files and Folders
 Organising Files and Folders
 Storage and Compression
Networks
 Network Concepts
 Network Access
Security and Well-Being
 Protecting Data and Devices
 Malware
 Health and Green IT

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