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ECDL/ICDL Computer Basics Module B1 Syllabus
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Purpose of the Syllabus
This document contains a detailed Syllabus for the ECDL/ICDL Computer Basics module. The Syllabus describes the
scope of knowledge and skills that the Candidate must master. Syllabus
contains the theoretical basis for the examination questions and tasks from this module.
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Enlargement
In accordance with the standard requirements for digital competences implemented in projects in the area of education,
under the Operational Programme Knowledge Education Development and Regional Operational Programmes, co-
financed by the European Social Fund in the years 2014-2020, the syllabus of the ECDL/ ICDL Basics of computer
work module has been extended to include elements marked with an asterisk (*). This extension allows to ensure full
coverage of the ECDL/ ICDL Basics of computer work module of competence 3.4 Programming from the area of
Content Creation, competence framework at advancement levels A and B. The ECDL/ ICDL Basics of computer work
module exam is available in both basic and extended versions. The extended version of the exam consists of two
modules - the previous ECDL/ ICDL Basics of computer work module and an additional mini-module covering category
7 of the syllabus.
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ECDL/ICDL Computer Basics
This module tests knowledge of basic concepts and skills in the field of:
devices, file creation, IT network management and data security.
Module assumptions
To pass the module, the candidate must have knowledge and skills in the following areas:
• Key assumptions in relation to: information and communication technology (ICT),
computers, computer hardware and software.
• Turning the computer on and off.
• Work effectively with a computer using icons and windows.
• Customizing the main operating system settings and using the built-in
tive aid mechanisms.
• Creating simple documents and printing them.
• Basic principles of storing, compressing and decompressing data using dedicated
software.
• Key network assemblies and knowledge of computer communication systems,
skills to connect to the network.
• Security of data and devices and their protection against real threats.
• Environmental protection, ergonomics and accessibility for people with limited mobility.
• Configuring software settings.*
• Basics of creating websites.*1
A person with a given qualification:
AREA OF KNOWLEDGE
CATEGORY No. TASK
AND SKILLS
1 1.1 1.1.1 Explains the concept of Information and
Computers and equipment ICT Communication Technology (ICT).
1.1.2 Distinguishes ways of using Information and
Communication Technology: Internet services,
mobile technology, office software.
1*
An extension to provide full coverage of the ECDL/ ICDL Computer Basics module
competence 3.4 Programming in the area of Content Creation, at levels A and B in the competence framework,
in accordance with the standard requirements for EU projects co-financed by the ESF.
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AREA OF KNOWLEDGE
CATEGORY No. TASK
AND SKILLS
1.2 1.2.1 Explains the concept of computer
Equipment hardware. Distinguishes between different types
computers: desktops, laptops, tablets.
Distinguishes basic types of computer
devices: smartphones, music players,
digital cameras.
1.2.2 Explains the concepts of processor,
RAM, disk. Explains the importance of
these elements when using a computer
and computer devices.
1.2.3 Distinguishes basic types of integrated
and external devices: printers, screens,
monitors, scanners, keyboards, mice/
touch pads, webcams, speakers,
microphones, docking stations.
1.2.4 Distinguishes input and output ports: USB, HDMI.
1.3 1.3.1 Explains the concept of software.
Software and Distinguishes between basic
licensing types of software, such as: operating
systems, applications. Explains that
software can be installed locally and
accessed online.
1.3.2 Explains the concept of an operating
system and distinguishes popular
operating systems dedicated to computers
and computer devices.
1.3.3 It distinguishes basic types of applications:
office, communication, multimedia,
social networking, design, and mobile
device applications.
1.3.4 Explains the concept of End User License
Agreement (EULA). Justifies the need
for legal software.
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AREA OF KNOWLEDGE
CATEGORY No. TASK
AND SKILLS
1.3.5 Distinguishes software license types such as:
proprietary, trial, shareware, freeware,
open-source.
1.4 1.4.1 Starts your computer and logs in securely using
Starting, shutting down your username and password.
1.4.2 Logs out, closes the system
and restarts the computer using the appropriate
procedures.
2 2.1 2.1.1
Characterizes the functionality of the desktop
Desktop, icons, Desktop and icons
and taskbar.
settings
2.1.2 Distinguishes popular icons such as: files,
folders, applications, printers, drives, shortcuts,
recycle bin.
2.1.3 Selects icons and changes their position.
2.1.4 Creates shortcuts, renames shortcuts, moves
shortcuts, and deletes shortcuts.
2.2 2.2.1 Distinguishes the parts of windows: title bar,
Using windows menu bar, toolbar, ribbon, status bar, and scroll
bar.
2.2.2 Opens windows, minimizes them, maximizes
them, restores them, changes their
size, moves and closes.
2.2.3 Switches from one window to another.
2.3 2.3.1 Uses available help features.
Tools and Settings
2.3.2 Reads basic information about the operating
system: name, version, amount of installed RAM.
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CATEGORY No. TASK
AND SKILLS
2.3.3 Changes configuration settings: date and time,
volume, background, screen resolution.
2.3.4 Changes, adds, and removes the keyboard
language. Changes the default keyboard
language.
2.3.5 Closes a non-responsive (hung) application.
2.3.6 Installs and uninstalls applications.
2.3.7 Connects various devices to the computer
(USB memory, digital camera, music player).
Disconnects the device using the appropriate
procedure.
2.3.8 Takes a full screen screenshot
and the active window.
3 3.1 3.1.1 Opens and closes a word processing
Work results Working with text application. Opens and closes files.
3.1.2 Enters text into a document.
3.1.3 Copies, moves text within a document and
between open documents. Pastes a screenshot
into a document.
3.1.4 Saves documents and names them
win
3.2 3.2.1 Installs and uninstalls the printer.
Printing Prints a test page.
3.2.2 Sets the default printer from the list of printers
installed on the system.
3.2.3 Prints a document from a word processing
application.
3.2.4 Views, pauses, resumes, and cancels a print
job.
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AREA OF KNOWLEDGE
CATEGORY No. TASK
AND SKILLS
4 4.1 4.1.1 Explains the hierarchical scheme by
File management Files and folders which drives, folders, and files are
organized by the operating system.
Switches between drives, folders,
subfolders, and files.
4.1.2 Displays file and folder properties: name,
size, and location.
4.1.3 Changes the file and folder display view:
tiles, icons, list, details.
4.1.4 Distinguishes popular file types: text,
spreadsheets, presentations, pdf,
images, sound, video, archive, executable.
4.1.5 Opens a file, folder, disk.
4.1.6 Explains the basic principles of file
naming: using a naming convention that
allows a file or folder to be easily found
and stored.
4.1.7 Creates folders.
4.1.8 Renames a file and folder.
4.1.9 Searches for files by: name (all or part of
it) using wildcards, content, and
modification date.
4.1.10 Views a list of recently used files.
4.2 4.2.1 Selects files and folders individually or in
File and folder groups.
organization
4.2.2 Sorts files in descending or ascending
order by: name, size, type and
modification date.
4.2.3 Copies and moves files and folders
between folders and disks.
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CATEGORY No. TASK
AND SKILLS
4.2.4 Deletes files and folders (moves them to the
trash) and restores them to their previous
location.
4.2.5 Empty the trash can.
4.3 4.3.1 Distinguishes the basic types of data storage
Storage and devices: internal hard drive, external hard drive
compression
hard drive, network drive, CD, DVD, Blu-ray
disc, USB stick, memory card, online drive.
4.3.2 Defines the size of files and folders, distinguishes
between units of measurement of capacity:
KB, MB, GB , TB.
4.3.3 Determines the amount of free space on the
media.
4.3.4 Explains the purpose of compressing files and
folders.
4.3.5 Compresses files and folders.
4.3.6 Unpacks compressed files
and folders to a specific location on the disk.
5 5.1 5.1.1 Explains the concept of networking. Explains
Networks Network related the purpose of creating a network: sharing
concepts resources, secure access to data and devices.
5.1.2 Explains the concept of the Internet. Distinguishes
basic uses of the internet:
WWW, voice calls (VoIP), electronic mail (e-
mail), real-time communication (Instant
Messaging).
5.1.3 Explains the concepts of Intranet and VPN and
their possible applications.
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AREA OF KNOWLEDGE
CATEGORY No. TASK
AND SKILLS
5.1.4 Explains the concept of transmission speed and
principles of its measurement: bits per
second (bps), kilobits per second (kbps),
megabits per second (mbps), gigabits per
second (gbps).
5.1.5 Explains the processes of downloading from the
network (download) and sending to the network
(uplo-ad).
5.2 5.2.1 Explains how to connect to
Network access Internet: telephone line, mobile phone,
cable, wireless network (wi-fi), wi-max,
satellite connection
on.
5.2.2 Explains the concept of Internet Service
Provider (ISP). Explains what to consider
when choosing an Internet connection
option: download speed, upload speed
and limit, cost.
5.2.3 Recognizes the status of the wireless
network: secured, open.
5.2.4 Connects to a wireless network.
6 6.1 6.1.1 Explains the rules for establishing a
Security Data and device secure password: appropriate length, use
and hygiene protection of appropriate characters, change
frequently, and not share with others.
6.1.2 Explains the concept of a firewall and its purpose.
6.1.3 Justifies the need to archive data on
external media.
6.1.4 Justifies the need to regularly update
software such as antivirus, applications,
and operating system.
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AREA OF KNOWLEDGE
CATEGORY No. TASK
AND SKILLS
6.2 6.2.1 Explains the concept of malware. Distinguishes
Malware types of malware: virus, worm, Trojan, spyware.
6.2.2 Explains the threats malware poses to your
computer or other computer devices.
6.2.3 Uses anti-virus software to scan your computer.
6.3 6.3.1 Explains the rules for proper use of computers
Health and and devices
environmental protection computer in terms of user health: regular
breaks, adequate lighting and body posture.
6.3.2 Explains the principles of saving energy when
using a computer and computer devices:
turning it off, adjusting automatic shutdown,
setting the appropriate screen backlight,
adjusting the "sleep" settings.
6.3.3 Justifies the need for recycling in relation to:
batteries, printer ink cartridges and paper.
6.3.4 Describes facilities for disabled people in using
a computer: voice recognition systems, screen
reading software, screen magnification
(magnifying glass), on-screen keyboard,
increasing contrast.
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CATEGORY No. TASK
AND SKILLS
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7* 7.1* 7.1.1* Configures office and utility software
Programming* Operation Control features*.
software*.
7.1.2* Controls settings for web browsers and
communication programs.*
7.1.3* Controls operating system settings to
achieve work ergonomics.*
7.1.4* Understands the modular structure of
web server systems and can easily
modify their configuration scripts.*
7.2* 7.2.1* Explains key principles and concepts
Publishing content on related to website creation.*
the Internet*
7.2.2* Recognizes the basic elements of HTML
markup and CSS.*
7.2.3* Recognizes basic web page editors for
designing and modifying web pages.*
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*Extension to ensure full coverage of the ECDL/ ICDL Basic computer skills module of competence 3.4
Programming in the area of Content Creation, at levels A and B in the competence framework, in accordance
with the standard requirements for EU projects co-financed by the European Social Fund.
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