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Basic PC Skills
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Course Length: 3 Classes,
2 hours each
Prerequisites: None |
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| Overview |
| This class is presented
in
a lecture/demonstration format, with moderate hands-on activities.
Activities and information are presented in handouts
This class is intended for persons who want to
learn how to use a mouse and keyboard. Lessons include
explanation, drill and practice to learn the basic techniques for, and
to develop some level of proficiency in , using these input devices. |
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| Course Outline and
Objectives |
By the end of the course,
participants will be able to:
- Identify basic computer hardware components,
such as the system unit, mouse, monitor, and keyboard.
- Accomplish the four basic mouse actions:
Point, click, double-click, and drag.
- Select appropriate mouse settings for
individual use.
- Identify the keys on a standard keyboard,
including home row keys, second finger keys, numbers, special
characters, and function keys.
- Use the appropriate finger placement for all
keys on the keyboard.
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Using the Mouse
- Physical elements of the mouse
- Proper finger placement and technique
- Exercises using the mouse
Using the Keyboard
- Key identification
- Practice
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Exploration and
Application
- Keyboard practice
- Mouse practice
- Special Projects
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