| The ECDL certification consists of 7 modules, split into two parts. Completing part 1 and 2 lead to the full collection of qualifications. Unit E does not need to be completed to achieve the ECDL certification, but is highly recommended as it helps in linking all the topics together and puts them into perspective. |
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Level 1 ECDL Essentials: Basic IT security for users
Knowledge of main parts of a computer and network. Also includes storage, software, working environment, health and safety, viruses, copywrite and data protection.
This module covers some of the main concepts of IT Security at a general level, helping candidates who complete the course to understand the make-up of a personal computer in terms of hardware and software and to understand some of the IT security for users such as data storage and memory. Also, the module covers how information networks are used within computing and be aware of the uses of computer-based software applications in everyday life. Health and safety issues as well as some environmental factors and legal issues involved with using computers, are also covered.
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System Performance – Unwanted messages, Malicious programs, Infiltration, Hoaxes.
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Information Security - Identity / Authentication, Confidentiality, Identify Theft.
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Technology Security - Networks, Connectivity, Portable Devices.
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Guidelines and Procedures - Gudelines and procedures, Privacy.
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Data Security - Security, Backups, Storage.
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When you successfully complete your course, We will be able to send out your own certificate. After All 7 Modules are done.
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Approximately 3 Hours. The length of time taken depends entirely on how quickly you can study and absorb the material. You can proceed as quickly or slowly as you like, and there is no limit on how long you can take to do the course.
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Individuals, Companies and employees of organisations of any size wishing to improve computer skills.
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There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
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Level 1 ECDL Essentials: Using the Computer and managing files
Using the Windows screen (such as changing screen savers, background settings, icons, folders, waste basket, minimise, maximise etc.) Using Explorer.
This module will help learners who complete the course to improve knowledge and competence in using the common functions of a personal computer and its operating system. This module covers how to adjust main settings, using the built in help features and dealing with non-responding applications. The module will also cover how to effectively operate within the desktop environment and work with desktop icons and windows. Part of the module covers how to manage and organise files and directories/ folders, alongside how to duplicate, move and delete files and directories/folders and compress/extract the files. Learners will also improve understanding of what a computer virus is and be able to use virus-scanning software.
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Operating System - First Steps, Setup, Working with Icons, Using Windows.
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File Management - Main Concepts, Files and Folders, Working with Files, Copy,Move Delete, Restore, Searching, File Compression.
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Maintain Systems - Maintenance, Problems.
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Print Management - Printer Options, Printing, Printer Maintenance.
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Health and Safety - Health, Safety.
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Security - Identity/Authentication, Data Security, Viruses.
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Law - Copyright, Data Protection.
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When you successfully complete your course, We will be able to send out your own certificate. After All 7 Modules are done.
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Approximately 5 Hours. The length of time taken depends entirely on how quickly you can study and absorb the material. You can proceed as quickly or slowly as you like, and there is no limit on how long you can take to do the course.
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Individuals, Companies and employees of organisations of any size wishing to improve computer skills.
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There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
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Level 2 ECDL Extra: Word Processing
Basic Word Processing to produce standard documents, to include functions: Open, create, save, formatting, headers, footers, page setup, printing, tables, mail merge etc.
This module will help learners to be able to accomplish everyday tasks associated with creating, formatting and finishing small sized word processing documents ready for distribution. The learner, once the course is completed, will become competent in duplicating or moving text within and between documents and with using some of the features associated with word processing applications such as creating standard tables, using pictures and images within a document and using mail merge tools.
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Using the application – Working with Documents, Enhancing Productivity.
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Document Creation - Enter Text, Select, Edit.
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Formatting – Text, Paragraphs, Styles.
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Objects - Table Creation, Table Formatting, Graphical Object.
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Mail Merge - Preparation, Outputs.
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Prepare Outputs – Setup, Check and Print.
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When you successfully complete your course, We will be able to send out your own certificate. After All 7 Modules are done.
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Approximately 6 Hours. The length of time taken depends entirely on how quickly you can study and absorb the material. You can proceed as quickly or slowly as you like, and there is no limit on how long you can take to do the course.
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Individuals, Companies and employees of organisations of any size wishing to improve computer skills.
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There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
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Level 2 ECDL Extra: Spreadsheets
Basic Spreadsheet functions to produce standard documents, to include functions: Open, create, save, formatting, insert/delete rows and columns, sort data, basic formulas, document setup. Printing Charts, graphs etc.
This module will help learners understand the concept of spreadsheets. The learner, once the course is completed, will be able to accomplish tasks associated with developing, formatting, modifying and using a spreadsheet of limited scope ready for distribution. The module will cover how to generate and apply standard mathematical and logical formulas using standard formulas and functions, and will include how to create and format graphs and charts.
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Using the Application – Working with Spreadsheets, Enhancing Productivity.
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Cells - Insert, Select, Edit, Sort, Copy, Move, Delete.
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Managing Worksheets – Rows and Columns, Worksheets
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Formulas and Functions – Arithmetic Formulas, Functions.
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Formatting – Numbers/Dates, Contents, Alignment, Border effects
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Charts - Create, Edit.
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Prepare Outputs - Setup, Check and Print.
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When you successfully complete your course, We will be able to send out your own certificate. After All 7 Modules are done.
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Approximately 9 Hours. The length of time taken depends entirely on how quickly you can study and absorb the material. You can proceed as quickly or slowly as you like, and there is no limit on how long you can take to do the course.
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Individuals, Companies and employees of organisations of any size wishing to improve computer skills.
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There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
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Level 2 ECDL Extra::
The Improving Productivity Using IT covers the units in this ecdl. Assignments / scenarios have been created for each of the following common software applications Word Processing, Spreadsheets and Presentations.
Following the ECDL (version 5 Vista|Windows 7/Office 2007), this module will help learners understand some of the main concept of Word Processing, Spreadsheets and Presentations and how to use Word Processing, Spreadsheets and Presentations on a computer. The learner, once the course is completed, will be able to create and modify tables, queries, forms and reports and prepare outputs ready for distribution. by using a query and the sort tools available in the package
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Plan and Select - Prupose, application choice, justification, planning,factors, local constraints, legal constraints, revision.
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Create Solution - create a soulution, Templates, Macros, Shortcuts, Revisions
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Review and adapt - Review techniques, analyse, review outcomes, improvements, revisions
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Develop and Test - Review benefits, Develop solutions, Test solution, Revision, Summarys
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When you successfully complete your course, We will be able to send out your own certificate. After All 7 Modules are done.
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Approximately 5 Hours. The length of time taken depends entirely on how quickly you can study and absorb the material. You can proceed as quickly or slowly as you like, and there is no limit on how long you can take to do the course.
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Individuals, Companies and employees of organisations of any size wishing to improve computer skills.
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There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
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Level 2 ECDL Extra: Presentation
Basic presentation functions to produce standard documents, to include functions; open create, save, modify slides, formatting, add graphics and charts, slide setup, printing, slide animations, presentation delivery etc.
This module will help learners use presentation tools on a computer. The learner, once the course is completed, will be able to accomplish tasks such as creating, formatting, modifying and preparing presentations using different slide layouts for display and printed distribution. The module covers how to move text, pictures, images and charts within the presentation and between presentations and how to accomplish common operations with images, charts and drawn objects, including using various slide show effects.
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Using the Application – Working with Presentations, Enhancing Productivity.
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Developing a Presentation – Presentation Views, Slides, Master Slide.
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Text – Handling Text, formatting, Lists, Tables.
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Charts - Using charts, Organization Charts.
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Graphical Objects - Insert,Manipulate, Drawing.
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Prepare Outputs – Preparation, Check and Deliver.
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When you successfully complete your course, We will be able to send out your own certificate. After All 7 Modules are done.
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Approximately 6 Hours. The length of time taken depends entirely on how quickly you can study and absorb the material. You can proceed as quickly or slowly as you like, and there is no limit on how long you can take to do the course.
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Individuals, Companies and employees of organisations of any size wishing to improve computer skills.
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There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
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Level 1 ECDL Essentials: Web Browsing and Communication / Using the Internet & Email
Use the Internet to provide information, using the address bar, search engines, links. Create bookmarks, favourites, printing. Use email to send and receive information, add addresses and information to address books/contact lists etc.
Following the ECDL (version 4-5 XP/Office 2003), this module is divided into two sections. The first section, Information, will help learners to understand the concepts and terms associated with using the Internet and to appreciate some of the security considerations. The learner, once successfully completed the course will be able to accomplish common Web search tasks using a Web browsing application and available search engine tools. Be able to bookmark Web sites, and to print Web pages and search outputs. The module also covers navigation within Web forms and how to complete Web forms.
The second section, Communication, covers concepts of electronic mail
(e-mail), together with appreciation of some of the security considerations associated with using e-mail. The learner, once completed the training, will be able to use e-mail software to send and receive messages, and to attach files to mail messages and also, organise and manage message folders/directories within e-mail software.
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Section one
- The Internet – concept/terms, security considerations, first steps with the web browser, adjust settings
- Web Navigation – accessing web pages, using bookmarks, organising bookmarks
- Web searching– using a search engine, preparation, printing
Section two
- Electronic mail – concept/terms, security considerations, first steps with e-mail, adjust settings
- Messaging – read a message, reply to a message, send a message, duplicate, move, delete
- Mail management – techniques, using address books, organising messages, prepare to print
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When you successfully complete your course, We will be able to send out your own certificate. After All 7 Modules are done.
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Approximately 6 Hours. The length of time taken depends entirely on how quickly you can study and absorb the material. You can proceed as quickly or slowly as you like, and there is no limit on how long you can take to do the course.
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Individuals, Companies and employees of organisations of any size wishing to improve computer skills.
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There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
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UNIT-E: Application Specific ( aka Unit-E )
Further in depth knowledge of the first 7 modules for an NVQ level 2 equivalent
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The ECDL certification training is designed for novices and will get you to a high computer literacy standard. It is the fastest growing IT user qualification in over 125 countries. By gaining ECDL your staff in your company will become more confident and efficient in using computers, greater employee motivation, increased productivity and reducing time wasted on solving computer related tasks. An extensive number of companies in the UK have already set ECDL as the benchmark for computer skills, including NHS, HSBC and Sainburys.
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The benefits of undergoing ECDL training: |
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Increase your computer competency and literacy standard, leading to increased job satisfaction & credibility and respect in workplaces |
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Able to get certified in an industry recognised ECDL qualification |
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Gain knowledge of essential office programs - Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook |
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Increase your productivity and efficiency at home & work |
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Reduce time wasted on solving computer related issues |
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No qualification or background in IT required |
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Keeping your technical knowledge up to date with automatic updates and upgrades and unlimited access for 12 months |
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Tutor support throughout your entire training |
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Interactive courses and simulations |
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Online certifications and references |
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Study anywhere and anytime in the world with a PC and internet connection |
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