European Computer Driving Licence Version 4.0 Series: Concepts of Information Technology (IT)
Product Code: ECD401 Time: 3.0 hour(s) CEUs: Available

Summary:

This course provides an overview of computer hardware and software, networking, and the use of computers in a number of everyday applications

Objectives:

After completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Identify various kinds of computers, from mainframes to microcomputers
  • Distinguish between computer hardware and software
  • Identify the main parts of a personal computer
  • Identify the steps in developing a computer-based system
  • List several ways that networking extends the capabilities of a personal computer
  • List several precautions to follow to prevent damage to a computer
  • List several ways to protect data from being corrupted, stolen, or destroyed
  • Distinguish differences among copyrighted software, shareware, and freeware

Topics:

  • Information technology
  • Understanding computer types
  • Main parts of a personal computer
  • Computer performance
  • Input and output
  • Computer storage devices
  • Software
  • Types of software
  • Systems development
  • Networks
  • The electronic world
  • Health, safety, and environment
  • Security
  • Copyright and the law

Technical Requirements:

200MHz Pentium with 32MB Ram. 640 x 480 256-color video (800 x 600 is recommended). Windows 98, NT, 2000, or XP. Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher required. (5.5 or higher for MindLeaders Central) Minimum Connection Speed: 28.8k. Sound card, with speaker or headphones is recommended, but not required to play the courses. Macromedia Flash Player 7.0 (Note: We do not recommend or support installation of the Yahoo toolbar.) JavaScript must be enabled. Netscape and AOL browsers not supported.


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