Using the Computer and Managing Files

Overview/Description
To provide an overview of the basic computer applications, programs, settings, and file management

Target Audience
End users wanting to become familiar with IT concepts; end users wanting to attain competency in the use of computers; end users wanting to attain competency in the use of word-processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, web browsing, and e-mail applications; end users wanting to attain an ECDL or ICDL certification or equivalent; staff of businesses and public bodies needing to attain certification in computer proficiency; university or other students needing to attain a basic IT qualification; staff of public bodies or organizations seeking to reskill themselves for the technology-based workplace; staff at universities, schools, or other training centers teaching computer literacy skills

Prerequisites
No prerequisites

Expected Duration
260 Minutes

Objectives:

Using the Computer and Managing Files

  • discuss the development of the Windows operating system family and how to log on to a Windows XP computer.
  • describe the key components of Windows XP.
  • use the Windows XP Help.
  • view and change system settings in Windows XP.
  • customize the Windows XP desktop.
  • start and shut down an application and work with elements of its user interface.
  • start and work with a program in Windows XP.
  • create a file using a word-processing application and save it to a floppy disk.
  • describe the directory structure in Windows XP and show how to manage files.
  • create and manage files.
  • browse and administer files, folders, drives, and network connections on a computer.
  • search for files and folders on a computer and scan a computer and files for viruses.
  • use Windows Explorer to manage files.
  • install and configure a printer in Windows XP.
  • connect to a printer, print a file, check on the printing of a file, and pause and resume the printing of a file.
  • print documents from different printers in Windows XP.
  • print a document in Windows XP.


    • Course Number: 116322_eng