Basic computer

Week 1: Introduction to Computers & Windows Operating System

• Topics Covered:

  • What is a computer? Basic components (Monitor, CPU, Keyboard, Mouse)

  • Hardware vs. Software

  • Introduction to Windows OS

  • Desktop, Taskbar, Start Menu

  • Creating and managing folders/files

• Practical Activities:

  • Turn on/off the computer

  • Create folders and save files

  • Open and close applications

• Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand computer parts and basic operations

  • Navigate the Windows interface

  • Manage files and folders

Week 2: Basic IT Skills & Internet Safety

• Topics Covered:

  • Types of software: System vs Application software

  • File management (save, copy, delete, rename)

  • Internet basics: Browsers, websites

  • Online safety: Strong passwords, avoiding scams, cyberbullying

• Practical Activities:

  • Practice saving and organizing files

  • Visit safe educational websites

  • Create strong password examples

• Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand basic IT concepts

  • Use the internet safely and responsibly

  • Organize files properly

Week 3: Microsoft Word – Document Creation

• Topics Covered:

  • Introduction to MS Word interface

  • Typing and editing text

  • Formatting (font, size, color, alignment)

  • Inserting images and tables

• Practical Activities:

  • Create a formatted paragraph or story

  • Add a picture and table to the document

  • Save and print the document

• Learning Outcomes:

  • Create and format Word documents

  • Use basic tools for editing and presentation

Week 4: Microsoft Excel – Spreadsheets & Charts

• Topics Covered:

  • Introduction to Excel interface

  • Working with cells, rows, and columns

  • Entering data and using basic formulas (SUM, AVERAGE)

  • Creating simple charts (bar, pie)

• Practical Activities:

  • Create a table with sample data

  • Apply formulas to calculate totals

  • Generate and customize a chart

• Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand and use Excel for basic calculations

  • Create visual charts from data

Week 5: Microsoft PowerPoint – Presentations

• Topics Covered:

  • PowerPoint interface and slide layouts

  • Adding text, images, and shapes to slides

  • Using animations and transitions

  • Designing an engaging presentation

• Practical Activities:

  • Create a 3-slide presentation on a topic

  • Add transitions and simple animations

  • Present to classmates

• Learning Outcomes:

  • Create basic presentations

  • Use multimedia to enhance communication

Week 6: Email & Course Review

• Topics Covered:

  • What is email? Importance and uses

  • Composing, sending, and receiving emails

  • Attaching files to emails

  • Email etiquette and safety

• Practical Activities:

  • Write and send an email with attachment

  • Reply to a received email

  • Final review quiz/project covering all topics

• Learning Outcomes:

  • Use email for communication

  • Understand proper email behavior

  • Recap and apply all skills learned in the course