MS DLC (Module 1 only): Computer Basics
Introduction
Computing is an important part of everyday life in the twenty-first century. From music and photos to banking and communicating, computers have changed the way we work and live. This course introduces you to the fundamentals of computing, explains the components of a computer, explores operating system basics, and shows you how to use a mouse and a keyboard. Version 2 of the Microsoft Digital Literacy Curriculum (MS DLC) includes rich examples and screenshots to train you on Microsoft Office 2007 and Microsoft Windows Vista.
ALISON have, with the agreement of the Microsoft Corporation, made this course freely accessible to any individual on the ALISON website. Any teacher, tutor or HR manager, at any school, community centre or business, can also use our online learning management system, ALISON Manager, to manage groups of learners taking this course - for free.
This course is the first module of the Microsoft Digital Literacy Curriculum, and will introduce you to the fundamentals of computing. You can take this module by itself, or you can go to the full Microsoft Digital Literacy course, which includes all five modules, integrated assessment and certification.
What You Will Learn
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Identify the main parts of a computer.
- Perform different tasks by using a keyboard and mouse.
- Explain the terms Internet, World Wide Web, and intranet.
- Compare the features of different types of computers.
- Describe the types of computer programs and their uses.
- Explain the common functions of an operating system.
- Work with the Windows Vista interface to use programs and perform file operations.
- Identify the career opportunities available for a computer-literate person.
See the course syllabus for a full outline of the lessons and topics in this course.
Prior Knowledge Needed
None.
Course Length
The course consists of five lessons, and a total of 24 topics. It will take about 2-3 hours to complete.
Assessment and Certification
There is no assessment available when you take this module as a stand-alone course. However, this module is also available as part of the full Microsoft Digital Literacy course, which includes assessments at the end of each of the five modules.
About Learning on ALISON
All of the courses on ALISON are fully accessible for free online; and the use of high-quality interactive multimedia makes this a dynamic and intuitive learning experience. Individual learners access the course when they want, and can progress at the rate that they are most comfortable with. Tutors and teachers can use our free ALISON Manager service to manage and monitor groups of learners in a virtual classroom.
Elsewhere on our website, you can read more about the features and benefits of learning on ALISON. You can also read more about ALISON Manager, and create a free learning group.
Technical Requirements
This course requires a computer which is connected to the internet and is running a web browser with the Adobe Flash Player (version 9 or above) installed. This course contains no audio.
See the technical information page for more information.
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