Online Class: Computer Basics 101

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Course Description

"Computer Basics" is a course that's designed specifically for those who are completely new to computers or who feel they need to have more instruction before they can feel confident buying a new computer for their personal use. Filled with screenshots and real life examples, as well as resources, this source is designed to help anyone feel more comfortable with basic technology.

This course is separated into 12 different lessons, including: Parts of a Computer, What to Look for When Buying, Setting up a Safe Work Area, Virus Protection, Getting Your Computer Up and Running, Surfing the ‘Net,' Sending Email, Using Your Media Methods, Advanced Email, Pictures, Word Processing Basics, and Finding Everything.

"Computer Basics" covers both PCs and Macs, helping you to have the right information when you're ready to start exploring the Internet or just creating a word processing document.

With summaries, True/False, and multiple-choice questions at the end of each section, you will be able to review the lessons in detail, while also finding out where you have more work to do.

The screenshots help to give real life examples that can guide you to setting up your first email account or using email in more advanced ways. No matter what your level of comfort with computers, "Computer Basics" is designed to help you get the basic questions answered.

"Computer Basics" is a course that's designed with the basic user in mind, someone who wants to learn more about computers, but may have been afraid to ask until now.

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6 Months to Complete
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PC & Mac Compatible
Android & iOS Friendly

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Describe basic computer equipment and basic computer terminology.
Describe the processes involved in managing data.
Demonstrate basic Internet usage.
Demonstrate email skills.
Know computer shortcuts and tips.
Perform basic file operations.
Demonstrate how to quickly access frequently used programs.
Know steps to take when the computer is not working properly or needs repair, and
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

Universal Class, Inc. has been approved as an Accredited Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). In obtaining this approval, Universal Class, Inc. has demonstrated that it complies with the ANSI/IACET Standard which is widely recognized as the Standard of good practice internationally. As a result of their Accredited Provider status, Universal Class, Inc. is authorized to offer IACET CEUs for its courses that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standard.

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Course Lessons

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Lesson 1 : Parts of a Computer You Should Know

When you're not comfortable with a computer, you need to start with the essentials - the parts of your computer. You don't need to be a computer professional, either. 11 Total Points

Lesson 1 Video A
Lesson 1 Video B
Lesson 1 Video C
Review Article: Parts of a Computer
Review Article: Hardware VS. Software
Complete Assignment: An Introduction
Complete Exam: Lesson 1 : Parts of a Computer You Should Know

Lesson 2 : What to Look for When Buying

By thinking about your computer needs, you can choose a computer that not only does the job, but also fits your budget. 14 Total Points

Lesson 2 Video A
Lesson 2 Video B
Review Article: Buy Guide: Desktop VS. laptop
Review Article: PC vs. MAC- Big Debate
Review Video: CD/DVD (Video)
Complete: Lesson 2 Assignment
Complete Exam: Lesson 2 : What to Look For When Buying

Lesson 3 : Most Commonly Used Computer Terms

Here is a list of the most commonly used computer terms. 24 Total Points

Lesson 3 Video
Review Article: Internet File Formats
Review Article: Glossary of Computer Terms
Complete Assignment: Lesson 3: Commonly Used Computer Terms
Complete: Quiz for Lesson 3 - Most Commonly Used Computer Terms

Lesson 4 : Setting Up a Comfortable and Safe Work Area

One of the things that's easy to forget when buying and using a computer is your comfort. 7 Total Points

Lesson 4 Video
Review Article: Computer Workstations
Review Article: 50 Greatest Workstation Set Ups
Complete Exam: Lesson 4 : Setting Up a Comfortable and Safe Work Area

Lesson 5 : Virus Protection and Other Software That Should Be Set Up

If you don't plan to be on the Internet, then you don't have to worry so much about security and viruses, but since most people are online, it's good to have a discussion about security. 15 Total Points

Lesson 5 Video
Review Article: Types of Virus Protection
Review Article: Microsoft Word
Review Article: Google Docs
Review Article: Microsoft Excel
Review Article: Numbers
Review Article: Adobe Photoshop
Review Article: Quicktime
Review Article: Adobe Acrobat
Review Video: How to use a word processor (Video)
Complete: Lesson 5 Assignment
Complete Exam: Lesson 4 : Virus Protection and Other Software That Should Be Set Up

Lesson 6 : Getting Your Computer Up and Running

Many new systems today will be able to be plugged in without any work on your part, but this lesson will cover the basics of setting up a computer that doesn't work in this way. 8 Total Points

Lesson 6 Video
Review Video: How to Drag and Drop with Mouse (Video)
Review Video: How to Download and install programs on a Mac (Video)
Review Video: How to Download and install programs on a PC (Video)
Complete Exam: Lesson 6 : Getting Your Computer Up and Running

Lesson 7 : Surfing the "Net"

Setting up the Internet has become much easier today than it was in the past, and the company with which you have an Internet service can do most of the work, helping you get to the Internet quickly. 8 Total Points

Lesson 7 Video
Review Article: Web browser Internet Explorer (free download)
Review Article: Web browser Safari (free download )
Review Article: Web browser Mozilla Firefox (free download)
Review Article: Web browser Google Chrome (free download)
Review Video: Searching with Google (video demonstration)
Complete Exam: Lesson 7 : Surfing the "Net"

Lesson 8 : Sending Email

While web searches are a great way to begin using your Internet capabilities with your computer, many people are going online to send and to receive email. 10 Total Points

Lesson 8 Video
Review Article: Gmail (E- Mail Program)
Review Article: Hotmail (E- Mail Program)
Review Article: Yahoo (E-Mail Program)
Complete Exam: Lesson 8 : Sending Email

Lesson 9 : Advanced Email

Once you've gotten to know your email program and you've begun to better understand how to send emails, you can utilize advanced tips to be even more effective and interactive. 13 Total Points

Lesson 9 Video
Review Video: Internet and Email (Video)
Review Video: How to attach a file (Video)
Complete: Lesson 9 Assignment
Complete Exam: Lesson 9 : Advanced Email

Lesson 10 : Use Your Media Methods

There are many more features on your computer that you can use for entertainment, including music, videos, social media, and shopping. Learning how to use these features will take time, but they are very user friendly. 10 Total Points

Lesson 10 Video
Review Video: CD/DVD (Video)
Complete Exam: Lesson 10 : Use Your Media Methods

Lesson 11 : Pictures

Computers are a great place to store your digital photos for safekeeping. 7 Total Points

Lesson 11 Video
Review Article: How do I get photos off my camera and on to my computer
Review Article: How to Transfer Photos From a Computer to an Email
Complete Exam: Lesson 11 : Pictures

Lesson 12: Word Processing Basics

Since the word processor is the most utilized piece of software on a computer, it is a good idea to understand the basics of this program. 10 Total Points

Lesson 12 Video
Complete Exam: Lesson 12 : Word Processing Basics

Lesson 13 : Finding Everything

One of the most challenging aspects of using a computer is retrieving the documents and photos you create or upload. 19 Total Points

Lesson 13 Video
Review Video: How to Organize Your Files (Video)
Review Video: How to Organize and Setup Your Background- Screensaver- (Video)
Take Poll: What do you think about this course?
Take Survey: Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
Complete: Final Assignment
Complete Exam: Lesson 13 : Finding Everything

156

Total Course Points

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Course Title: Computer Basics 101

Course Number: 8900152

Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries

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Home > Computers & Technology > Computer Basics

Course Type: How To

CEU Value: 0.6 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).

Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.

Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams

Instructor: Dr. Metodija Stojanovski

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Course Fee: $50.00 (no CEU Certification) || with CEU Certification: $75.00

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"Without being very specific, it touched on areas that enriched my particular knowledge on those areas such as security protection, word processing, and spreadsheets." -- Robert J.
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