Switch On provides a perfect introduction to computers for the absolute beginner.

The course starts right at the very beginning - switching on your computer, using the mouse and brushing up on your keyboard skills. As your confidence grows, you will be shown how to open, save and print documents, how to use the Windows operating system and even how to use graphics to add extra impact to your work. By the time you finish the Switch On course, you will have all the skills you need to complete basic word processing tasks such as writing professional letters and designing simple documents, as well as being able to email a word processed document.

Don't let a fear of technology hold you back at work or at home - take that important first step into the world of computers with Switch On.

Outline and learning objectives:
On completion of this course you will be able to:

• Complete basic tasks on a computer
• Understand and use an application package
• Open, save, reload, print and email files
• Understand and make simple use of a Windows operating system
• Understand a range of basic computer terms

Course modules:

• How to use this course
• How to improve your keyboard skills
• More about the computer system
• Communicating with the computer
• Introductory Word Processing

Previous experience required:

• You don't need any previous knowledge to start this course.

How long does it take?

• You can work through this course at your own pace.

What's involved?

• Online - This is a course where you learn while connected to the Internet.