Part Time Computing PowerPoint and The Internet

Computing - PowerPoint & The Internet

Course content:
This is module 2 of a 3 module course, providing an introduction to computing. This module is split into two sections, part one focuses on creating a presentation in PowerPoint. We will focus on inserting text, inserting pictures, formatting text, setting basic animation schemes and working with master slides
In part two the student will about the Internet. This will include using email, using search engines, downloading files (MP3 & Pictures), using online shopping facilities, security and possibly social networking sites.
By the end of Part 1, you will be able to:
- Know the main features of PowerPoint
- Create a presentation.
Formatting a presentation using several features such as font size, colour, style or slide background, line spacing, bullets and numbering.
Make changes to a presentation such as adding or deleting a slide, copying for moving a slide, re-ordering slides.
- Apply a visual effects such as animation and transition effects.
- Insert and edit images, organisational charts, data charts and tables.
- Print slides, handouts and notes.
- Create a presentation in outline view. - Modify the slide master. By the end of Part 2, students will be able to:
Create an email address and using email
- Use a search engine
- Download files
- Use online shopping facilities
- Security and the internet
- Use a Social networking sites

Course Structure:
Each student has their own computer. Presentations will be made using computers, interactive whiteboard, overhead screen and printed notes. Step by step instruction, with demonstrations where appropriate, will help you grasp the concepts. Students will then work on individual tasks
N.B. Homework plays a substantial part of this course and you will be required to perform some additional work outside of class.

Course resources:
All students have access to our fully equipped state of the art learning centre. This included free internet access.

Assessment:
Tutor feedback. Homework. Individual Learning Plans. Peer feedback

Next step:
Computing - Level 1 Module 3

How to apply:
Enrol in person, by telephone or by post

Fees Info
When information is available you will notice 2 different fees stated for this course. The fee you pay is dependent on your status:
Fee 1: Standard fee;
Fee 2: Aged 60+ years fee
Students in receipt of an income-based benefit pay £20 per course per term.
You will need to bring proof of age and any benefits when you enrol.
You DO NOT have to pay a college registration fee for these courses, but you may have to pay for additional course materials.Materials costs:
£1 Headphones. £5 Key-disk (portable data storage)

When and Where

• 
  Day:
  TuesdayTime:
  9:30 - 12:00This course is:
  Part time day
  
  Length: 11 weeks
  
  Start Date: 05 January 2010
  
  Campus: Roehampton Centre
  
  Course Code: WCCP2/RD9BA
  
  Tuition Fees: £100Tuition Fees 60+:
  £70
  How to apply