Course Outline:
Month 1: Computer Basics and Office Productivity
- Week 1-2: Introduction to Computers
- Computer Fundamentals:
- Understanding computer hardware (CPU, memory, storage) and software (operating systems, applications).
- Basic troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Operating Systems:
- Overview of major operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux).
- Basic navigation, file management, and system settings.
- Computer Fundamentals:
- Week 3-4: Office Productivity Tools
- Microsoft Office Suite:
- Word: Document creation, formatting, styles, and templates.
- Excel: Basic spreadsheet operations, formulas, data entry, and simple charts.
- PowerPoint: Creating presentations, using templates, adding multimedia, and basic animations.
- Google Workspace:
- Google Docs, Sheets, Slides: Creating and managing documents, spreadsheets, and presentations in Google’s cloud-based tools.
- Microsoft Office Suite:
Month 2: Introduction to Programming and Web Development
- Week 5-6: Basics of Programming
- Introduction to Programming Languages:
- Basic concepts of programming using a language like Python.
- Understanding variables, data types, control structures (loops, conditionals), and functions.
- Hands-On Practice:
- Simple coding exercises and projects to reinforce programming concepts.
- Introduction to Programming Languages:
- Week 7-8: Web Development Basics
- HTML and CSS:
- Introduction to HTML for structuring web pages and CSS for styling.
- Creating basic static web pages and understanding layout principles.
- Introduction to JavaScript:
- Basic JavaScript for adding interactivity to web pages.
- Understanding event handling and simple scripts.
- HTML and CSS:
Month 3: Data Management and Digital Skills
- Week 9-10: Introduction to Databases
- Basic Database Concepts:
- Understanding databases, tables, and relationships.
- Introduction to SQL for querying databases and basic data manipulation.
- Hands-On Practice:
- Simple exercises in creating and querying databases.
- Basic Database Concepts:
- Week 11-12: Digital Skills and Online Safety
- Internet and Email:
- Effective use of web browsers, search engines, and email clients.
- Online communication tools and best practices.
- Online Safety and Security:
- Understanding common online threats (phishing, malware) and how to protect personal information.
- Basic practices for securing accounts and data.
- Internet and Email:
Course Delivery:
- Format: Offered in-person, online, or as a hybrid model.
- Materials: Includes lectures, hands-on labs, interactive exercises, and projects.
- Assessment: Typically involves quizzes, assignments, practical projects, and a final assessment.
Who Should Take This Course?
- Post-Matric Students: Those who have completed their matriculation and want to build foundational computer skills.
- Future IT Professionals: Students considering further studies or careers in computer science or related fields.
- General Users: Individuals looking to enhance their digital skills for personal or professional use.
Course Duration:
- 3 Months: Provides a comprehensive introduction to computing concepts and practical skills.
Prerequisites:
- No specific prior knowledge required, though basic familiarity with using a computer is beneficial.
Outcomes:
By the end of the course, participants should have:
- Fundamental understanding of computer systems, office productivity tools, and basic programming.
- Skills in creating and managing web pages and understanding basic database concepts.
- Knowledge of digital skills and online safety practices.