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Introduction to Personal Computers: Using Windows Vista
Course Specifications
Course Length: 1.0 day(s)
Course Description
This course will provide you with the basic skills you need to get started with personal computers and work with the various features, tools, and options available in Windows Vista. In this course, you will familiarize yourself with the basics of personal computers, customize Windows Vista, and manage files and folders. You will also work with simple tools and browse the Internet.
Course Objective: You will use a personal computer loaded with Microsoft Windows Vista to help you acquire the latest skills in computers.
Target Student: This course is designed for any knowledge worker, business professional, or private individual who do not have any background knowledge or experience in computers.
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Delivery Method: Instructor led, group-paced, classroom-delivery learning model with structured hands-on activities.
Target Student: This course is designed for any knowledge worker, business professional, or private individual who do not have any background knowledge or experience in computers.
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Delivery Method: Instructor led, group-paced, classroom-delivery learning model with structured hands-on activities.
Performance-Based Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify the basic components and capabilities of personal computers.
- Explore Windows Vista.
- Use the common tools and programs.
- Manage folders and files.
- Customize the Windows Vista desktop.
- Browse the Internet using Internet Explorer 7.0.
Course Content
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Personal Computers
Topic 1A: Personal Computer Basics
Topic 1B: Input Devices
Topic 1C: Output Devices
Topic 1D: Set Up the Computer
Topic 1E: Personal Computer Functionality
Topic 1F: Storage Devices
Lesson 2: Exploring Windows Vista
Topic 2A: Log On to Windows Vista
Topic 2B: Explore the Desktop
Topic 2C: Manipulate Open Windows
Topic 2D: Use Windows Help and Support
Topic 2E: Turn Off the Personal Computer
Lesson 3: Using Common Tools and Programs
Topic 3A: Examine Application Software
Topic 3B: Create a Document in WordPad
Topic 3C: Work with the Calculator
Topic 3D: Customize a Graphic with the Paint Tool
Lesson 4: Managing Folders and Files
Topic 4A: Navigate Folders with Windows Explorer
Topic 4B: Work with Folders and Files
Topic 4C: Copy Data on Storage Media
Lesson 5: Customizing the Windows Vista Desktop
Topic 5A: Customize the Start Menu
Topic 5B: Customize the Taskbar
Topic 5C: Personalize the Desktop
Topic 5D: Set a Screen Saver
Topic 5E: Configure the Sidebar
Lesson 6: Browsing the Internet
Topic 6A: An Overview of Networks
Topic 6B: Browse Websites with Internet Explorer 7.0
