Soft IT skills
The technical skills will vary from job to job. In many cases, some of the essential qualities that allow you to enter the technology field are a desire to learn and grow and excitement about trying new things. Here are …
Overview
The technical skills will vary from job to job. In many cases, some of the essential qualities that allow you to enter the technology field are a desire to learn and grow and excitement about trying new things.
Here are the soft skills that will make you an I.T Guru.
- IT User Fundamentals
- Using Email and Internet
- Security for IT Users
- Word Processing
- Spreadsheets
- Database Software
- Presentation Software
Curriculum
Curriculum
- 7 Sections
- 1 Lesson
- 4 Weeks
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- Unit 1: IT User FundamentalsThis unit sets out essential concepts and skills relating to the use of devices, file creation and management, networks and data security. The following topics are covered: • Computers And Devices • Desktop, Icons, Settings • Tools And Settings • Outputs • File Management • Networks • Security And Well Being1
- Unit 2: Using Email and InternetThis unit sets out essential concepts and skills relating to web browsing, effective information search, online communication and e-mail. The following topics are covered: • Web Browsing Concepts • Web Browsing • Web-Based Information • Communication Concepts • Using E-Mail0
- Unit 3: Security for IT UsersThis unit requires candidates to demonstrate knowledge and competence in System Performance, Security, Information Security, Technology Security, Guidelines and Procedures and Data Security. The following topics are covered: • Security Concepts • Malware • Network Security • Secure Web Use • Communications • Secure Data Management0
- Unit 4: Word ProcessingThis unit sets out essential concepts and skills relating to the ability to use a word processing application to create everyday documents. The following topics are covered: • First Steps With Documents • Enhancing Documents • Formatting Paragraphs And Pages • Creating Tables • Working With Graphical Objects • Prepare For Printing • Mail Merge0
- Unit 5: SpreadsheetsThis unit sets out essential concepts and skills relating to understanding the concept of spreadsheets and using a spreadsheet to produce accurate work outputs. The following topics are covered: • First Steps With Spreadsheets • Working With Cells • Formatting Cells • Managing Worksheets • Formulas And Functions • Charts • Prepare For Printing0
- Unit 6: Database SoftwareThis unit sets out essential concepts and skills relating to understanding the concept of a database and demonstrating competence in using a database application. The following topics are covered: • Understanding Databases • Using the Application • Creating the Database • Modifying Data • Retrieving Information • Database Outputs • Database Operation0
- Unit 7: Presentation SoftwareThis unit sets out essential concepts and skills relating to demonstrating competence in using presentation software. The following topics are covered: • First Steps With Presentations • Enhancing Your Presentation • Using Text In Your Presentation • Charts And Graphics • Check And Deliver0