Program Overview
This short course in IT Fundamentals provides students with the necessary skills to succeed in graduate studies and future employment. It covers essential concepts in file management, word processing, presentations, spreadsheets, and internet/communication, equipping students with proficiency in Microsoft Office tools. The course is assessed through coursework and an online quiz, and is suitable for those looking to enhance their IT abilities and prepare for a career in the industry.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This short course aims to fulfil the requirements to provide students with the IT skills needed in both graduate work and in future employment. It equips students with the skills needed to build confidence and improve their IT abilities effectively using MS Office.
Outline:
- ICT Fundamentals & File Management (MS Windows) – helps the student in basic computer housekeeping skills, and provides an essential understanding of how to use a computer in a safe and secure manner.
- Word Processing (MS Word) – helps the student to use a range of basic word processing tools to produce appropriate, straightforward and routine documents.
- Presentations (MS PowerPoint) – provide the skills to use a range of basic presentation tools. Students will be able to create appropriate presentations, and slide shows.
- Spreadsheets (MS Excel) – enables students to use a range of basic spreadsheet tools to produce appropriate spreadsheets.
- Internet/Communication – helps the student to understand how to use the Internet and email in a safe and secure way.
Assessment:
- Assessment one: Coursework (80% weighting)
- Assessment two: Online quiz (20% Weighting)
