NCENRCS001 — Pathstone Computer Skills I
Pathstone Computer Training Outline Four days - four hours each day, twice a week. Day 1: Computer Basics Introduction to Computers Why are we here? What is a computer? Why do we use a computer? Getting Started A look inside Terminology Types of computers The parts of a computer The keyboard and mouse Windows 10 Operating System Desktop Icons Pointer Taskbar date and time background Personalizing the desktop Accessibility Options Windows Explorer Parts of a Window Back/forward buttons Address bar Search box Toolbar/command bar Menu bar Sizing buttons Navigation pane View Moving a window Snap feature Working with libraries Files and Programs Opening files or programs Saving your work Closing a program Help features Creating and Managing Folders Creating folders Moving folders Renaming folders Deleting folders Peripheral Devices What are peripheral devices? Managing peripheral devices Ports and plugins Networks What is a network? What is a server? Why are networks useful? Day 2: Internet and Web Browser Basics Introduction to the Internet What is the Internet? Overview of websites, search engines, and email. Getting Online with Microsoft Edge Opening Edge and understanding the interface. Address bar vs. search bar. Basic Web Terminology URLs, hyperlinks, web pages, and tabs. Safe and Effective Web Browsing Searching the Internet Using search engines effectively. Understanding search results and avoiding misleading links. Bookmarks and Favorites How to save and organize favorite websites. Using Reading Mode Simplifying web pages for easier reading. Filling Out Forms & Downloading Files Entering information safely and recognizing secure sites. Session 3: Online Safety & Privacy Recognizing Scams & Fake Websites How to identify secure websites (HTTPS, padlock symbol). Common online scams and phishing attempts. Managing Passwords & Autofill Creating strong passwords and storing them safely. Adjusting Privacy & Security Settings in Edge Clearing browsing history, cookies, and cache. Avoiding Pop-Ups & Ads Using built-in Edge tools to block unwanted content. Session 4: Communicating & Staying Connected Using Email & Online Services Accessing web-based email (Outlook, Gmail) in Edge. Sending and receiving emails safely. Exploring Social Media & Video Calls Overview of Facebook, YouTube, and video conferencing (Zoom, Teams, etc..). Customizing Microsoft Edge Changing themes, adjusting text size, and using dark mode. Day 3 - Microsoft Word and Excel Basics Word Fundamentals Basic Interface Getting around Creating documents Document views Formatting Formatting characters Formatting paragraphs Quick Styles Making lists Document setup Page layout Proofing documents Printing, headers, and footers Templates Excel Fundamentals Basic Interface Getting around Workbook basics Creating worksheets Entering data Formulas Functions Moving and copying data Reference types Formatting Text formatting Number formatting Alignment Borders and highlighting Day 4 - Outlook and Powerpoint Basics Outlook Fundamentals Basic Interface Getting around Viewing Outlook items Email basics Creating messages Acting on messages Adding content Signatures Calendar Scheduling Appointments Meetings Using the calendar Powerpoint Fundamentals Exploring the PowerPoint environment Views of a Presentation Creating a presentation Creating a presentation from scratch Creating and modifying slide content Formatting Working with slide masters and layouts Formatting slides and text Working with shapes and images Creating and formatting shapes Working with images