| ECDL v4: Module 1 Concepts in IT |
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To enable students to take the ECDL Basic Concepts of IT modular test
Know about the basic concepts of IT in order to sit the ECDL modular test
The flexibility and value of a self-study course designed to enable you to work at your own pace
A personalised workbook to use as a reference guide on completion of the course
The opportunity to gain the widely recognised Pitman Training Certificate
Those who wish to learn about the basic concepts of IT to the ECDL syllabus
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Lesson 1: Basics of IT - Basic Definitions, Types of Computer, Comparing Computers
Lesson 2: Computer Hardware - The Central Processing Unit (CPU), Computer Memory, Input Devices, Output Devices, Data Storage Devices
Lesson 3: Computer Software - Operating System Software, Application Software, Software Development, Problems with Software, Copyright and Intellectual Property
Lesson 4: Computer Networks - Features of Networking, How Computers Work Together, How Computers are Connected Together, The Internet, Accessing Remote Networks
Lesson 5: IT in Society – The Internet, E-mail, Teleworking, E-commerce, What Computers Do Well (and not so well), Computers in Government, Computers in Healthcare, Computers in Education, Computers in Business, Ethical and Legal Considerations
Lesson 6: Security – Protecting against Loss of Data, Protecting Against Data Damage, Preventing Unauthorised Access, Viruses and other Malicious Software, How to defend your system again st attack, Information Security Awareness
Lesson 7: Health and Safety and Safety and the Environment – Potential Health Risks, Using Electrical Power safely, Protecting the Environment
: 12 hours
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