Synopsis
International Computer Driving Licence: Understanding Information Technology provides an overview of computer hardware and software, networking, and the use of computers in a number of everyday applications.

Audience
This course is for those who have never used a computer and those who have some computer experience but no formal qualification proving their knowledge or skills. It is also for those preparing to take the International Computer Driving Licence examination.

Time
3 hours

Product Code: ICDL01
After completing International Computer Driving Licence: Understanding Information Technology, the user should be able to:

Identify various kinds of computers, from mainframes to microcomputers
Distinguish between computer hardware and software
Identify the main parts of a personal computer
Identify the steps in developing a computer-based system
List several ways that networking extends the capabilities of a personal computer
List several precautions to follow to prevent damage to a computer
List several ways to protect data from being corrupted, stolen, or destroyed
Distinguish differences among copyrighted software, shareware, and freeware

Getting Started
Information technology
Understanding computer types
The main parts of a personal computer

Hardware and Storage
Central Processing Unit
Input and output
Memory
Computer performance

Software
Types of software
Operating system software
Graphical User Interface
Systems development

Information Networks
LAN and WAN
Telecommunications in computing
The Internet
Electronic mail

Computers in Everyday Life
Computers in the home
Computers at work
Computers in the community
Health and safety

Security, Copyright, and the Law
Security
Computer viruses
Copyright
Laws protecting privacy of information

This course has the following features:

Exercises that allow users to explore how course topics contribute to their understanding of information technology
A file containing the text of the exercises
Simulations that allow users to apply concepts in an interactive environment
A glossary
A Skill Assessment

Familiarity with basic Windows functions (windows, icons, menus, scroll bars, mouse)
International Computer Driving Licence: Using the Computer and Managing Files (ICDL02)
International Computer Driving Licence: Word Processing (ICDL03)
International Computer Driving Licence: Creating and Using Spreadsheets (ICDL04)
International Computer Driving Licence: Creating and Using Databases (ICDL05)
International Computer Driving Licence: Building and Delivering Presentations (ICDL06)
International Computer Driving Licence: The World Wide Web and Electronic Mail (ICDL07)

"International Computer Driving Licence" and ICDL and Stars device are registered trade marks of the International Computer Driving Licence Foundation Limited in Ireland and other countries. MindLeaders.com, Inc., is an independent entity from the International Computer Driving Licence Foundation Limited, and not affiliated with the International Computer Driving Licence Foundation Limited in any manner. This course may be used in assisting students to prepare for the International Computer Driving Licence Examination. Neither the International Computer Driving Licence Foundation Limited nor MindLeaders.com, Inc., warrants that the use of this course will ensure passing the relevant Examination.

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