IT Basics I

• Explain the hardware components of a computer.

• Explain the software components of a computer.

• Explain the principles of connecting a computer to a network.

This module explains the features of various Windows operating systems. This module focuses on the interface of the latest Windows 7 operating system. Additionally, this module provides the students with the skill to perform file and folder operations using the Windows operating system installed on their computers.

• Introduction to the Windows Operating System

• Working with Files and Folders

• Creating a New Folder

• Creating a New File

• Copying a File To Another Location

• Renaming a File And Folder

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Explain the basic features of the Windows operating system.

• Work with files and folders.

This module explains the basic concepts related to the Internet and discusses the components that make up the World Wide Web, which is often referred to as the Web. This module also explains different methods that you can use to communicate over the Internet.

• Introduction to the Internet

• Looking for Information on the Internet

• Communicating on the Internet

• Searching for Information on the Web

• Creating an Email Account

• Writing and Sending an Email Message

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Identify key features of the Internet.

• Search for information on the Internet.

• Communicate on the Internet.

This module explains the key features of Word 2010. It explains how to create a document, edit and format a document, insert images and tables in a document. This module also explains how to prepare a document for printing. It focuses on setting up page layout, headers and footers, and margins.

• Introduction to Word 2010

• Creating a Word 2010 Document

• Editing and Formatting a Document

• Working with Images

• Working with Tables

• Preparing a Document for Printing

• Creating a Document

• Formatting a Document

• Inserting a Table in a Document

• Inserting an Image in a Document

• Setting Up a Page Layout

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Explain the key features of Word 2010.

• Create a Word 2010 document.

• Edit and format a Word 2010 document.

• Work with images in a Word 2010 document.

• Work with tables in a Word 2010 document.

• Prepare a Word 2010 document for printing.

This module explains the considerations for performing basic troubleshooting tasks of a computer. It also explains certain basic solutions to common issues in a computer. Additionally, the module focuses on guidelines for troubleshooting specific problems involving the network, printer, and power.

• Troubleshooting Problems in Your Computer

• Troubleshooting Network, Printer, and Power Problems

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Identify guidelines for performing basic troubleshooting of a computer.

• Troubleshoot network, printer, and power.