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Introduction to Computers - for those who feel 'left behind' by computers we cover the basics of keyboard, mouse, software and the internet. This course is specifically designed for anyone with little or no knowledge of computers or no formal training. It is ideal for those who would like the opportunity to gain hands on experience, giving you an overview of using Microsoft Office at work.
How do you want to use your computer?
Using the keyboard and mouse
File Management - Saving, Opening & Closing files
Maximising/Minimising and moving programs around screens
Dialog boxes
Overview of Microsoft Office Programs - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, OneNote
Open Word - type a sentence
Look at how to delete words or letters, how to backspace, how to undo
Open Excel - create a small spreadsheet
Look at how you can create a quick sum to add up figures
Look at Outlook - how to send an email
PowerPoint – what it is and how to create a slide
OneNote - how to create a section and a page in a OneNote book
Printing documents
Using the Internet - Google or Internet Explorer for Search