INTRODUCTION
This course is meant for absolute beginners. It is meant for students who have little or no prior experience with computers. The purpose of this course is to empower learners with the knowledge and skills needed to use computers effectively in life, college, work and beyond.
Students will learn what computers can do for them and how to use the Internet for communication.
Emphasis will be placed on using software packages for emails, word processing, spread sheets, and presentation as well as using the Internet.
TARGET AUDIENCE
This course is meant for absolute beginners. It is meant for students who have little or no prior experience with computers. The purpose of this course is to empower learners with the knowledge and skills needed to use computers effectively in life, college, work and beyond.
Duration
10 Days
Course Level:
PEEREQUISITES
This training is designed for participants who are reasonably proficient in English and have an understanding of basic ICT concepts.
Course Objectives
- Students will learn what computers can do for them and how to use the Internet for communication.
- Emphasis will be placed on using software packages for emails, word processing, spread sheets, and presentation as well as using the Internet.
Course Content
Internet
Introduction to computers and the internet
MS Word
- Quick start
- Introduction to MS Word basics
- Organizing content using tables and charts
- Customizing formats using styles and themes
- Inserting content using quick parts
- Using templates to automate document formatting
- Controlling the flow of a document
- Simplifying and managing long documents
- Using mail merge to create letters, envelopes, and labels
- Table of content
Intermediate & Advanced MS Excel
- Introduction to MS Excel basics
- Entering, selecting & editing data
- Formatting cells, rows, columns & sheets
- Creating formulas and functions
- Charts, graphs and data sort
- Printing Excel documents
- Naming cell ranges
- Linking sheets and files
- Conditional functions
- Basic lookup functions
- Essential list management
MS Power Point
- Quick start
- Slides & layouts
- Text & tables
- Pictures & graphics
- Present slideshows
- Animation, video & audio
- Share & co-author
- Use 3D models
- PowerPoint keyboard shortcuts
- PowerPoint templates
- Office templates
- Begin and end emails professionally
- CC, BCC, Reply, Reply All, forward
- Understand the fundamentals of grammar, formatting and punctuation to improve readability
- Write better emails faster
- Tactics to manage email volume
- Write clear and well-structured professional emails
- Save time through communicating appropriately from the outset
- Avoid frustrating others with email overload
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Course Administration Details:
Methodology
These instructor-led training sessions are delivered using a blended learning approach and include presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials are offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
Training Venue
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
Accommodation and Airport Transfer
Accommodation and Airport Transfer are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Tailor-Made
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Payment
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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