Computing

Essential Computing - Beginners

Introduction

This course is suitable if you already know how to use a mouse and keyboard and have basic computer skills. Learn how to use Microsoft Word to create documents that include applying different text styles and sizes, as well as inserting images and saving your work. You will use the internet and email and get an overview of how to safeguard when working online. Also, you will learn how to use other programmes.

A course handbook will be provided.

This course is funded by the Skills Funding Agency in partnership with Hertfordshire Adult and Family Learning Service and Herts County Council.

• Course Code

  Course Code:

  7457

• Entry Criteria

  Ideally students would have used a computer before and have basic computer skills.

  You will need to have a Hertfordshire postcode due to this course being Hertfordshire funded.

  
  Our part-time provision is designed primarily for adult students, aged 19 and over. Students aged 16 to 18 may be allowed to enrol on the course at the discretion of the Head of Admissions and Head of School. If you have any queries please contact our admissions team on 01923 812345.
• What will I study?

  Topics include:

  • Navigating through the various windows of Microsoft Office
  • Learning how to use Microsoft Word to create documents that include applying different text styles and sizes, as well as inserting images, saving your work and managing your files
  • Understanding how to navigate through different programme
  • Using the internet to search for information and images, printing findings
  • Overview of social networking and how to safeguard when working online

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  Course content may be slightly adapted depending on which tutor is teaching, and may also be adapted to suit the needs of the class.

  Please note – if you are studying at West Herts College, Watford or Hemel Hempstead campuses, the software used is Microsoft Office 2016. Other venues, including Hertfordshire Libraries are using Microsoft Office 2010.

• What can I do next?

  Following the completion of your course you may be able to join the Essential Computing - Intermediate course.

  We have a great range of courses to help you get qualified, enhance your career prospects and enjoy some me time. All of our part-time courses can be viewed online and new courses are introduced throughout the year.

• Fee Info

  Course Fee: £95.00

  
  You may be eligible for funding to assist with courses fees and costs. To find out more please contact us on 01923 812345.
How to Apply