IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS USING THE INTERNET AND BASIC COMPUTING

Internet skills: access a web site using the address bar and an electronic book mark; use hyperlinks. Use a search engine to find required information, print required information. Find and download image/clipart/photographs, play audio and/or videos via the internet browsing software.

Windows7 skills: Know the purpose of the following desktop functions: shortcut icons, start button, task bar, computer and documents icon. Create new folders, create and save files to new folders, rename files, delete unwanted files, copy and move files, use removable storage, for example, a memory stick.

Word Processing skills: create new word processing documents, insert, edit and delete text, save documents with a meaningful name. Retrieve saved documents, indent text, use tabulation, cut and copy text, alter default margins, use style and alignment buttons. Review files created and save to show file name, file type, date saved or modified and file size.

How you will gain the qualification

Progress will be monitored using an Individual Learning Plan. You will compile a portfolio of evidence using your computer print outs developed during class time. The tutor will observe some of your computer skills. The course is externally moderated and leads to Agored Cymru units at Level One.

What qualifications you need

Using the Internet and Basic Computing course or have basic keyboarding and mouse skills.

Where to next

Introduction to Windows 7 Level one course. Word Processing and Internet course at Level two.