Course Description
This course provides a broad foundation for students so that they will have a greater awareness and confidence using personal computers. Students will gain practical information and skills, such as what a computer is, how to manage personal files and folders that they create, and how to use many of the programs that come with Windows XP.

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Delivery Method: Instructor-led, group-paced, classroom-delivery learning model with structured, hands-on activities.

Performance-Based Objectives
Use fundamental personal computing terminology.
Use fundamental Windows XP skills.
Use Windows Explorer to manage files and folders.
Use common Windows XP program techniques by working with several programs at the same time.

Course Content
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Personal Computers
Topic 1A: Uses of Personal Computers
Topic 1B: Types of Personal Computers
Topic 1C: Common Computer Components
Topic 1D: How Personal Computers Work
Topic 1E: Start the PC

Lesson 2: Using a Personal Computer
Topic 2A: Log On to a PC
Topic 2B: Explore the Desktop with the Mouse
Topic 2C: Manipulate Open Windows
Topic 2D: Use Help And Support
Topic 2E: Adjust the Mouse

Lesson 3: Managing Folders and Files
Topic 3A: Folder and File Organization
Topic 3B: Access the Windows Explorer
Topic 3C: Use the Search Companion
Topic 3D: Work with Folders
Topic 3E: Work with Files
Topic 3F: Create Shortcuts
Topic 3G: Use the Recycle Bin

Lesson 4: Using Programs at the Same Time
Topic 4A: Create a Document in WordPad
Topic 4B: Use the Address Book
Topic 4C: Format Text
Topic 4D: Use the Calculator
Topic 4E: Customize a Logo in Paint
Topic 4F: Turn Off the Computer

Appendix A: Windows XP Keyboard Shortcuts
Keyboard ShortcutsTopic

Appendix B: Buying a New PC
Assess Who, What, and WhereTopic

Appendix C: Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3) Program
Module 1 (Computing Fundamentals) ObjectivesTopic