Certificate In ICT Skills For Life - C&G Introduction To Computing

Beginners who have no knowledge of computers, but want a first computing qualification.

This qualification course is ideal for complete beginners looking to progress on to other Information Communication Technology (ICT) qualifications. You will learn how to use the internet, email and prepare word processed documents.

With the increasing use of electronic information sources in today's world, the skills required to access information and communication technology (ICT) are becoming just as important as traditional 'basic skills' such as literacy and numeracy. Developing learners' ICT skills is an important aspect of tackling social and economic exclusion.

There are 3 areas covered:

Using ICT Systems (interact with and use ICT to meet various needs)

Finding and exchanging Information (search for information, select and use appropriate information, use email to communicate)

Developing and presenting Information (enter text, images and numbers, format presentation)

Use email to exchange information

Use the internet to find information

Create letters and posters in Word

Format text, insert pictures

Saving and printing information

All learners will take part in an initial assesment in Maths and/or English. This helps us to ensure everyone reaches their full potential.

You will need to bring your Student ID Card, Learning Agreement and Invoice. These have your unique ID number to enable you to access the computer.

Some course materials will be provided, however students do need to bring their own memory stick. The tutor may be able to sell you one for approximately £6.00. Please ensure you have adequate funds on the first lesson to cover this as without one you will not be able to save your work.

Results will be forwarded on as soon as they are received at the college. Please note that certificates, where awarded, can take up to 4 months to be received at the college before forwarding on to learners.

Classroom based demonstrations and practical hands on completion of exercises and tasks. All students have access to their own PC.

Assessment completed in class towards the end of the course. This is then submitted to City & Guilds.

Advice and guidance will be given during the course on further learning opportunities. Completion of this qualification will enable progression onto further IT courses.