Computer Basic Course
Build confidence using a computer in everyday life, education and the workplace. Learn essential computer operations, file management, Microsoft Office applications and safe internet use through a structured beginner-friendly program.
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This course introduces learners to the essential skills needed to use a computer effectively. It covers hardware and software basics, operating system navigation, organizing files, creating documents, working with spreadsheets, preparing presentations and using the internet responsibly.
Who Is It For?
Beginners, students, job seekers and anyone who wants to improve everyday digital skills.
Learning Approach
Step-by-step instruction, guided demonstrations and practice tasks.
Prerequisites
No advanced computer knowledge is required. Basic reading and keyboard practice are helpful.
Course Syllabus
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Module 1: Introduction to Computers
- What is a computer and how it works
- Types of computers and common uses
- Hardware, software and peripheral devices
- CPU, RAM, storage and input/output devices
- Starting, shutting down and restarting safely
Module 2: Operating System & File Management
- Desktop, taskbar, Start menu and windows
- Using the mouse, keyboard and keyboard shortcuts
- Creating folders and organizing files
- Copy, move, rename, search and delete files
- File extensions, USB drives and safe storage practices
Module 3: Microsoft Word
- Creating, saving and opening documents
- Text formatting, fonts, paragraphs and alignment
- Page setup, margins, headers and footers
- Tables, images, bullets and numbered lists
- Printing, exporting to PDF and preparing a formal document
Module 4: Microsoft Excel
- Workbook, worksheet, rows, columns and cells
- Entering, editing and formatting data
- Basic formulas and functions: SUM, AVERAGE, MIN and MAX
- Sorting, filtering and simple tables
- Creating a basic budget or marksheet and printing a worksheet
Module 5: Microsoft PowerPoint
- Creating presentations and choosing layouts
- Adding and formatting text, images and shapes
- Applying themes and consistent slide design
- Using transitions and simple animations appropriately
- Presenting, saving and exporting slides
Module 6: Internet, Email & Digital Safety
- Web browsers, search engines and effective searching
- Creating and managing professional email messages
- Attachments, downloads and cloud file sharing basics
- Recognizing suspicious links, phishing and unsafe downloads
- Strong passwords, updates and protecting personal information
Module 7: Practical Tasks & Review
- Organize a set of files into folders
- Create a formatted Word document
- Build a simple Excel worksheet with formulas
- Prepare a short PowerPoint presentation
- Complete a guided digital-skills practice task
What You Will Learn
- Use a computer and manage files confidently.
- Create and format everyday documents in Word.
- Prepare basic calculations and tables in Excel.
- Create clear presentations using PowerPoint.
- Browse the internet, use email and follow basic digital safety practices.
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