ECDL Part 1

ECDL Part 1


Who is this course for?
The course is designed to develop a broad based understanding of the computer with a comprehensive introduction to office-based applications.

What previous knowledge/experience are required?
Students who have passed New CLAIT or demonstrate a similar standard.

What is the level of the course?
Level 1 in the National Qualification Framework. Level 1 is comparable to an NVQ Level 1 or a Foundation GNVQ.

What will the course cover and what can I expect to do by the end of it?
This ECDL Part 1 (ECDL Essentials) Course content is divided into 3 Units : IT User Fundamentals; Using Email and the Internet; Security for IT Users.

What teaching and learning methods will be used on the course?
At the WMC we employ a wide variety of Teaching & Learning strategies. These include practical classes, lectures, 1:1 tutorials, Computer Based Training using on line resources, project work and assessment of portfolios.

How will we assess your progress on the course?
This is an Exam Course and students need to take 3 Examinations to get an BCS Level 1 IT User qualification. Each student will work with his or her own computer.

What type of qualification will passing this course give me?
Students obtain the BCS (British Computer Society) Level 1 ECDL Essentials Certificate, which is equivalent of GCSE (Foundation Level) and is one step closer to obtain internationally recognized ECDL/IECDL Certificate.

What extra study/practice do we expect you to do outside the class?
Students need to commit to making time outside of class to practice; at home or in the college using the ICT facilities.

What can I do after completing this course?
Recommended course are ECDL Extra (Part 2). Further courses are available at the Working Men's College are, Programming, Graphics and Web Design.

Are there any other costs? (e.g. materials, equipment or books I need to buy before or during the course)
Recommended Text book : TBC

Are there any other requirements?
You are required to attend every lesson on time.