This course will provide you with the basic skills you need to get started with personal computers and work with the various features, tools, and options available in Windows Vista. In this course, you will familiarize yourself with the basics of personal computers, customize Windows Vista, and manage files and folders. You will also work with simple tools and browse the Internet.
Course Objectives
You will use a personal computer loaded with Microsoft Windows Vista to help you acquire the latest skills in computers.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Target Student
This course is designed for any knowledge worker, business professional, or private individual who do not have any background knowledge or experience in computers.
Hardware Requirements
This course requires one desktop computer for each student.
- A PC with an Intel® Pentium® IV 800 MHz CPU or higher.
- A minimum of 512 MB of RAM or higher.
- A generic monitor (1024 x 768).
- A 40-GB hard disk or larger.
- A high-speed Internet connection.
The following are the hardware requirements for the instructor
computer:
- A PC with an Intel® Pentium® IV 800 MHz CPU or higher.
- A minimum of 512 MB of RAM or higher.
- A generic monitor (1024 x 768).
- A 40-GB hard disk or larger.
- A DVD-RW drive.
- A few recordable CDs/DVDs.
- A high-speed Internet connection.
- A display system to project the instructor’s computer
screen.
Platform Requirements
- Microsoft® Windows Vista™ Business Edition
Software Requirements
- Microsoft® Windows Vista™ Business Edition
Performance-Based Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students
will be able to:
- identify the basic components and capabilities of personal
computers.
- explore Windows Vista.
- use the common tools and programs.
- manage folders and files.
- customize the Windows Vista desktop.
- browse the Internet using Internet Explorer 7.0.
Delivery Method
Instructor led, group-paced, classroom-delivery learning model with structured hands-on activities.
Course duration
1 Day
Course outline
- Lesson 1: Getting Started with Personal Computers
- Topic 1A: Personal Computer Basics
- Topic 1B: Input Devices
- Topic 1C: Output Devices
- Topic 1D: Set Up the Computer
- Topic 1E: Personal Computer Functionality
- Topic 1F: Storage Devices
- Lesson 2: Exploring Windows Vista
- Topic 2A: Log On to Windows Vista
- Topic 2B: Explore the Desktop
- Topic 2C: Manipulate Open Windows
- Topic 2D: Use Windows Help and Support
- Topic 2E: Turn Off the Personal Computer
- Lesson 3: Using Common Tools and Programs
- Topic 3A: Examine Application Software
- Topic 3B: Create a Document in WordPad
- Topic 3C: Work with the Calculator
- Topic 3D: Customize a Graphic with the Paint Tool
- Lesson 4: Managing Folders and Files
- Topic 4A: Navigate Folders with Windows Explorer
- Topic 4B: Work with Folders and Files
- Topic 4C: Copy
Data on Storage Media
- Lesson 5: Customizing the Windows Vista Desktop
- Topic 5A: Customize the Start Menu
- Topic 5B: Customize the Taskbar
- Topic 5C: Personalize the Desktop
- Topic 5D: Set a Screen Saver
- Topic 5E: Configure the Sidebar
- Lesson 6: Browsing the Internet
- Topic 6A: An Overview of Networks
- Topic 6B: Browse Websites with Internet Explorer 7.0
