ECDL

Suitable for those who have experience with computers and would like to achieve a recognised qualification.

Course Content

Module 1: Concepts of Information and Communication Technology

• Parts of a computer
• Software applications
• Security and legal issues
• Ergonomics

Module 2: Using the Computer and Managing Files

• Files and folders
• Create new files and folders
• Copy, move and delete files and folders

Module 3: Word Processing

• Create and format a document
• Create tables
• Input objects
• Mail merge

Module 4: Spreadsheets

• Develop and format a spreadsheet
• Use formulae
• Use mathematical functions
• Use logical functions
• Import objects and charts

Module 5: Using Databases

• Use a database package
• Design and plan a database
• Create and modify a database, retrieve information from a database

Module 6: Presentation

• Create a PowerPoint presentation
• Prepare a presentation for display
• Use graphics
• Use various slide show effects

Module 7: Web Browsing and Communication

• Use a web browser
• Use search engines
• Use electronic mail folders within electronic mail software

Course Accreditation - Irish Computer Society

Duration: 6 hrs x 16 weeks

Cost: €545 (inc. manual, tests, skill-card)

All courses and prices are subject to change or cancellation