Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Overview
This course provides a broad foundation for students so that they will have a greater awareness and confidence using personal computers. Students will gain practical information and skills, such as what a computer is, how to manage personal files and folders that they create, how to use many of the programs that come with Windows XP and how Windows XP takes advantage of the Internet. Lastly, students will learn how to customize and maintain their computers to create the most efficient workspace possible. In general, this course may enable students to participate in conversations, make appropriate requests, and troubleshoot problems related to personal computers.
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Use fundamental personal computing terminology.
- Use fundamental Windows XP skills.
- Use Windows Explorer to manage files and folders.
- Use common Windows XP program techniques by working with several programs at the same time.
Prerequisites
To register for this course students must either take, or have the equivalent working knowledge of, the following course:
Delivery Method
Instructor led, group-paced, classroom-delivery learning model with structured hands-on activities.
Course Content
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Personal Computers
- Topic 1A: Uses of Personal Computers
- Topic 1B: Types of Personal Computers
- Topic 1C: Common Computer Components
- Topic 1D: How Personal Computers Work
- Topic 1E: Start the PC
Lesson 2: Using a Personal Computer
- Topic 2A: Log On to a PC
- Topic 2B: Explore the Desktop with the Mouse
- Topic 2C: Manipulate Open Windows
- Topic 2D: Use Help And Support
- Topic 2E: Adjust the Mouse
Lesson 3: Managing Folders and Files
- Topic 3A: Folder and File Organization
- Topic 3B: Access the Windows Explorer
- Topic 3C: Use the Search Companion
- Topic 3D: Work with Folders
- Topic 3E: Work with Files
- Topic 3F: Create Shortcuts
- Topic 3G: Use the Recycle Bin
Lesson 4: Using Programs at the Same Time
- Topic 4A: Create a Document in WordPad
- Topic 4B: Use the Address Book
- Topic 4C: Format Text
- Topic 4D: Use the Calculator
- Topic 4E: Customize a Logo in Paint
- Topic 4F: Turn Off the Computer
Appendix A: Windows XP Keyboard Shortcuts
- Keyboard Shortcuts
Appendix B: Buying a New PC
- Assess Who, What, and Where
Appendix C: Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3) Program
- Module 1 (Computing Fundamentals) ObjectivesTopic
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