1. Introduction to Computer

This unit introduces the basic concepts of computers.

Topics include:

• Introduction and objectives
• Definition of a computer
• History of computers
• Characteristics of computer systems
• Basic applications of computers

Components of a Computer System

• Central Processing Unit (CPU)
• Keyboard, mouse, and VDU (Visual Display Unit)
• Other input devices
• Other output devices
• Computer memory

Hardware and Software

• Hardware
• Software
• Application software
• System software
• Programming languages

Other concepts:

• Representation of data and information
• Data processing
• Applications of Information, Electronics, and Communication Technology (IECT)
• E-governance
• Multimedia and entertainment

The unit ends with a summary and model questions with answers.

2. Introduction to GUI Based Operating System

This unit explains the basics of operating systems and graphical user interfaces.

Topics include:

• Basics of operating systems
• Popular operating systems such as Linux and Windows

User Interface Elements

• Taskbar
• Icons
• Start menu
• Running an application

Basic System Settings

• Changing system date and time
• Changing display properties
• Adding or removing Windows components
• Changing mouse properties
• Adding and removing printers

File Management

• File and directory management
• Types of files

The unit concludes with a summary and model questions with answers.

3. Elements of Word Processing

This unit explains how to use a word processing program.

Topics include:

• Opening a word processing package
• Menu bar and icons
• Using help

Documents

• Opening and closing documents
• Save and Save As
• Page setup
• Print preview
• Printing documents

Text Editing

• Creating documents
• Editing text
• Text selection
• Cut, copy, and paste
• Font and size selection
• Text alignment

Formatting

• Paragraph indentation
• Bullets and numbering
• Changing text case

Tables

• Drawing tables
• Changing cell width and height
• Aligning text in cells
• Inserting or deleting rows and columns
• Borders and shading

The unit ends with summary and model questions.

4. Spreadsheet

This unit introduces spreadsheet software.

Topics include:

• Opening a spreadsheet
• Cell addressing
• Printing spreadsheets
• Saving workbooks

Cell Manipulation

• Entering text, numbers, and dates
• Creating text, number, and date series
• Editing worksheet data
• Inserting and deleting rows and columns
• Changing cell height and width

Functions and Charts

• Using formulas
• Functions
• Charts

The unit ends with summary and model questions.

5. Computer Communication and Internet

This unit explains computer networks and the internet.

Topics include:

• Basics of computer networks
• Local Area Network (LAN)
• Wide Area Network (WAN)

Internet Concepts

• Concept of the internet
• Basics of internet architecture

Internet Services

• World Wide Web and websites
• Communication on the internet
• Internet services

Internet Access

• Internet Service Providers (ISP)
• Examples: Broadband, Dial-up, Wi-Fi
• Internet access techniques

6. WWW and Web Browsers

This unit explains web browsing.

Topics include:

• Web browsing software
• Popular web browsers

Web Browser Settings

• Configuring a web browser

Search Engines

• Popular search engines
• Searching for content

Other activities:

• Accessing web browsers
• Using the favorites folder
• Downloading web pages
• Printing web pages

7. Communication and Collaboration

This unit focuses on email and online communication.

Email Basics

• What is electronic mail
• Email addressing
• Configuring an email client

Using Emails

• Opening an email client
• Inbox and outbox
• Creating and sending new emails
• Replying to emails
• Forwarding emails
• Sorting and searching emails

Advanced Email Features

• Sending documents via email
• Spell checking
• Using an address book
• Sending attachments
• Handling spam

Messaging and Collaboration

• Using smileys
• Internet etiquette

8. Making Small Presentations

This unit introduces presentation software such as PowerPoint.

Basics

• Using PowerPoint
• Opening and saving presentations

Creating Presentations

• Creating presentations using templates
• Creating blank presentations
• Entering and editing text
• Inserting and deleting slides

Slide Preparation

• Inserting Word tables or Excel worksheets
• Adding clip art pictures
• Inserting other objects
• Resizing and scaling objects

Improving Presentation Design

• Enhancing text presentation
• Using colors and line styles
• Adding movies and sound
• Adding headers and footers

Slide Presentation

• Viewing presentations
• Setting up presentations
• Printing slides and handouts

Slide Show

• Running slide shows
• Slide transitions and timing
• Automating slide shows

Each unit ends with a summary and model questions with answers.