Microsoft ®

Basic Computer Skills

Course Outline
1/2 or Full Day Course (subject to client specific considerations)
INTRODUCTION DELIVERY OPTIONS
A computer can be used to store records and files, communicate locally or
Customised workshops
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 program is ideal for
this, computers are now used in science, health, business, and government to customising to your specific
such an extent that it would be extremely difficult to function without them. needs. Full day, half day or
application sessions are the
more common methods!
When you are learning about computers, or any other subject for that
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matter, it is always a good idea to start with a solid foundation. In
Ideal for individual delegates
keeping with this idea, these early lessons will introduce you to some of who have a specific
the most basic concepts regarding computers and computer related requirement from the software
technology. or where previous knowledge
makes group training
inappropriate. The pace and
content can be adjusted to the
individuals exact needs.
PREQUALIFICATIONS OUR WORKSHOPS CAN INCLUDE In-house workshops
No previous experience with  Extensive Learning & Reference Company specific courses are
computers is required. A computer Guides available available for organisations that
with Windows XP, Windows 7 or  Refreshments and lunch at the have a group of employees who
Windows Vista is required, plus workshop (at our venue) need training. These closed
installation of Microsoft Office.  Provision of a computer courses are ideal where
laboratory (if required) tailoring of the standard course
 Access to a Microsoft technical content is required. They
expert throughout and post the typically provide cost benefits,
workshop particularly where 3 or more
workshops are scheduled.

OUTCOMES
This course in intended for those require understanding of general computing concepts. 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.

Soft@ware Learning Pty Ltd – FLEXIBLE OFFICE TRAINING SOLUTIONS

ABN 46 110 878 058
Phone: 1300 652 246 [email protected]
 OUTLINE INCLUDES
AN OVERVIEW OF THE PC WORKING WITH FILES

 The Startup Screen  Naming Files

 The Mouse  Locating, Opening Files, Saving Files
 The Windows  Printing Files
 Working with Programs  Directories, File structures
 Display  Path names
 Mouse
 Regional Settings, Keyboard

INTERNET EXPLORER & INTERNET BROWSING THE WEB

 Connecting to the Internet  Overview

 What is the Internet  Viruses
 What is a Web Server  Web sites & URL’s
 The Web Browser  Hyperlinks
 Searching the Internet  Searching & Search Engines
 Favourites
 Customising Options

EMAILS USING OUTLOOK CONTACTS

 What is Outlook  The Contact List

 The Navigation Pane  Creating a Contact
 Creating Messages
 Signature
 Attaching files to a message
 Spelling & Grammar
 Opening & replying

CALENDAR

 Creating appointments
 Creating meetings
 Accepting/Declining meetings

“I learnt more in 1 day than I have ever known about computers”

“Being able to do it step by step on the computer”

“The facilitator knew what he was talking about, with a fair degree of
comic relief.”
Previous attendees were asked,
“Everything I learned was really valuable, now I just need practise.”
“For you, what was the most valuable
aspect of the course?”

Soft@ware Learning Pty Ltd – FLEXIBLE OFFICE TRAINING SOLUTIONS

ABN 46 110 878 058
Phone: 1300 652 246 [email protected]