Basic IT Skills Training

The Basic IT Skills Training course is designed to provide students with fundamental knowledge and practical skills in using essential computer applications. Through hands-on training and interactive sessions, students will gain proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and basic typing skills.

Course Objectives

  • Develop proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data entry, organization, and basic analysis.
  • Learn essential features of Microsoft Word for document creation, formatting, and editing.
  • Gain proficiency in creating engaging presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint.
  • Develop basic typing skills to improve efficiency in computer usage.

Course Outline

  • Week 1-2: Microsoft Excel

    • Introduction to Excel interface and navigation
    • Basic spreadsheet formatting (font, alignment, borders)
    • Data entry and editing techniques
    • Introduction to formulas and functions (sum, average, max, min)
    • Basic data analysis and sorting
    • Introduction to charts and graphs

    Week 3-4: Microsoft Word

    • Introduction to Word interface and navigation
    • Document creation and formatting (font styles, paragraph formatting)
    • Text editing and manipulation
    • Working with tables and lists
    • Introduction to templates and styles
    • Collaboration tools (track changes, comments)

    Week 5-6: Microsoft PowerPoint

    • Introduction to PowerPoint interface and navigation
    • Creating and formatting slides
    • Adding text, images, and multimedia elements
    • Slide layouts and design themes
    • Slide transitions and animations
    • Presentation delivery tips and techniques

    Week 7-8: Basic Typing Skills

    • Introduction to touch typing techniques
    • Keyboard layout and finger positioning
    • Typing exercises and drills to improve speed and accuracy
    • Special characters and symbols
    • Typing tests and assessments

    Assessment:

    • Weekly quizzes and assignments to reinforce learning
    • Practical projects in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
    • Typing speed and accuracy tests