Introduction to Computing

Learn basic computing skills to build your confidence with email, websites and more.

Classes are ONE x 3-hour sessions per week

Content Details

Main topics are:

  • File management
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Powerpoint
  • Using the computer

Online browsers

  • Improve your typing skills online
  • Learn Internet-related terms such as browsers, hyperlinks, search engines, URLs
  • Basic search techniques
  • Forums
  • Chat
  • Uploading files
  • Downloading files

Email

  • Sending and receiving messages
  • Sending attachments
  • Setting up email accounts
  • Folders and email management

Note: this is a community course and no formal qualification is involved.  

Entry Requirements

Open Entry.

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