PC FUNDAMENTALS
Program Overview
Get the computer training you need to learn PC Fundamentals — at home, at your own pace, with the Continuing Education Center.
Learn PC Fundamentals — the essential computer skills you need to succeed at work. The Continuing Education Center PC Fundamentals Certificate Program helps you develop them quickly and conveniently.
Learn to:
- Use Windows®, Microsoft® Excel,
and Microsoft Word.
- Install software and maintain your
computer system.
- Manage printers, scanners, joysticks,
and other add-ons.
- Explore the Internet.
And you’ll learn it all at home — no classroom needed!
Advance your Career with valuable computer training.
Why take a computer training program through distance learning? Complete the Continuing Education Center PC Fundamentals distance learning program, and you can:
- Gain the computer skills that will make you more marketable when searching for employment.
- Apply for a promotion and be confident that you have the required computer training.
- Work for any business that requires employees to have computer training and skills.
As more companies rely on computer systems to do business, more employees with computer training and experience are needed. That means more work for you!
Contact the Continuing Education Center Today.
Find out more about our PC Fundamentals Program, which includes:
- All the books, lessons, equipment, and learning aids you need
- Microsoft® Office software
- Unlimited instructional support
- Access to student services by website, phone, and mail
Get more information today and in as little as four months from enrollment, you can have the computer training in PC Fundamentals that you need to advance your career!
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Program Outline
Instruction Sets
Your program consists of seven Instruction Sets written to take you step-by-step through the techniques and skills you'll use in your new career.
Here's how it works
Your first Instruction Set will be sent immediately after your enrollment has been accepted. Other Instruction Sets will follow as you complete your exams, so that you will always have training materials to work with. Here is an overview of what you'll learn and the order in which you'll receive your lessons:
Computer Specifications
You will need access to a Microsoft® Windows-based computer to complete this program. The Continuing Education Center recommends the following as minimum specifications: Pentium® II or better processor, using Microsoft® Windows® XP or later, capable of running Microsoft® Office 2007. You will also need Internet access.
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Instruction Set 1 (Delivered Online Only)
Learning Strategies
The advantages of learning at home; types of study materials; types of examinations; accessing and using the features of our website; determining what kind of learner you are; establishing a study schedule; using study tips; preparing for and taking examinations.
First Steps in Using a Personal Computer
How to start up and shut down a computer; using the keyboard and mouse to navigate the system; basic computer setup.
Instruction Set 2
Introduction to Windows®
Introduction to Microsoft® Windows® operating system; creating files and folders; file management and storage.
Using Windows®
Windows® operations, including start-up; using Windows® accessories; using desktop commands; using Windows® Explorer.
Instruction Set 3
Understanding Software
Types of software and how it can be used; word processors; spreadsheets; databases.
Adding Software to Your Computer
Installing software more efficiently; step-by-step instructions for installing and removing software.
Instruction Set 4
Printers, Scanners, Joysticks, and Other Add-Ons
Computer hardware and peripherals; descriptions and uses of hardware and peripherals.
Practical Exercise: Adding a Printer to Your PC
Instruction Set 5
Introduction to the Internet
What you need to get online; selecting an Internet Service Provider; email; newsgroups; bulletin boards; the World Wide Web; avoiding viruses; shopping safely online.
Internet Basics
Commonly used browsers; how to use a browser; bookmarking; downloading files; receiving and sending E-mail; search engines; plug-in and helper applications.
Practical Exercise: Using the Internet
Instruction Set 6
Microsoft® Word
Creating, editing, and formatting a document with Word; adding graphics to a document in Word.
Graded Project: Microsoft® Word
Textbook: Microsoft® Word
Software: Microsoft® Office
Instruction Set 7
Microsoft® Excel
Creating and modifying a worksheet in Excel; working with charts in Excel.
Graded Project: Microsoft® Excel
Textbook: Microsoft® Excel
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Online Library and Librarian
Students in the Continuing Education Center have access to an online library for use during their studies. Students can use this library to do the required research in the courses they complete or can use it for general reference and links to valuable resources. The library contains helpful research assistance, articles, databases, books, and Web links. A librarian is available to answer questions on general research-related topics via email and to assist students in research activities during their studies with the Continuing Education Center.
We reserve the right to change program content and materials when it becomes necessary.
Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation registered in the United States of America and/or other jurisdictions.
IBM is a trademark registered in the United States of America and/or other jurisdictions.