Adult Leisure

Computer Essentials Part 2

Dates & Locations

Course introduction

This is a short course for learners who wish to learn how to use a computer to keep up to date in this technological age.

By the end of the course, you will understand:

What a file, folder is.
Where files and programs are stored.
Different common file types and their associated icons eg .doc, .mp3.
How to open files and folders.
How to move and copy text within a word processed document.
How to find and replace text.
How to set up tables.
How to set a home page in a web browser.
How to access browser history.
How to use both external and internal search engines.
How to create and access bookmarks/favourites.
The concept of an online (virtual) community.
The term phishing.
How to set up and retrieve email attachments.
How to add and retrieve addresses from an address book/contact list.
Please bring along writing materials and a notebook.

Information & support

The teaching is tutor led in well-equipped rooms with explanations, demonstrations, lectures, question and answer and discussions.

Please let our staff know if you need any additional support or reasonable adjustments – we will do all we can to help. We can also tailor learning materials to suit particular needs.

The college offers a variety of courses to further your skills in using computer software.

Dates & Locations

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CodeLNMT2537AU