Course Syllabus

Module 1: Fundamentals of Computer

• Introduction to Computer
• Definition and Characteristics of Computer
• History and Generations of Computer
• Types of Computers
• Basic Components of a Computer
• Hardware and Software
• System Software and Application Software
• CPU and its Functions
• Memory: RAM, ROM and Storage Devices
• Motherboard and Basic Computer Parts
• File and Folder Management
• Booting and Shutdown Process
• Windows Desktop and Basic Settings
• Keyboard and Mouse Operations
• Basic Computer Troubleshooting

Module 2: Input and Output Devices

Input Devices

• Keyboard
• Mouse
• Scanner
• Microphone
• Webcam
• Touch Screen
• Barcode Reader
• Biometric Devices

Output Devices

• Monitor
• Printer
• Speaker
• Projector
• Plotter
• Difference between Input and Output Devices
• Common Uses of Input and Output Devices

Module 3: Basic MS Office

MS Word

• Introduction to MS Word
• Creating and Saving Documents
• Typing and Text Formatting
• Font and Paragraph Formatting
• Page Setup
• Bullets and Numbering
• Tables
• Images and Shapes
• Header and Footer
• Find and Replace
• Printing Documents

MS Excel

• Introduction to Excel
• Workbook, Worksheet, Rows and Columns
• Data Entry and Editing
• Basic Formatting
• Simple Formulas
• Basic Functions: SUM, AVERAGE, MIN, MAX, COUNT
• Creating Simple Tables
• Basic Charts
• Sorting and Filtering
• Page Setup and Printing

MS PowerPoint

• Introduction to PowerPoint
• Creating Presentations
• Adding and Formatting Text
• Images, Shapes and Icons
• Slide Design and Layout
• Transitions
• Basic Animations
• Slide Show
• Creating a Simple Educational/Business Presentation

Module 4: Internet and Browsing

• Introduction to Internet
• History and Uses of Internet
• Internet vs World Wide Web
• Web Browser
• Search Engine
• Website and Webpage
• URL and Domain Names
• Effective Web Searching
• Downloading and Uploading Files
• Online Forms
• Email Basics
• Creating and Using an Email Account
• Sending and Receiving Emails
• Email Attachments
• Cloud Storage – Basic Introduction
• Online Safety and Digital Security
• Strong Passwords
• Phishing and Online Fraud Awareness
• Safe Internet Browsing

Module 5: Basic Digital Skills

• Digital Documents
• Copy, Cut and Paste
• File Compression and Extraction
• PDF Basics
• Printing and Scanning
• Basic Online Applications
• Online Communication
• Social Media – Basic Awareness
• Digital Etiquette
• Data Backup and Storage

Module 6: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)

• What is Artificial Intelligence?
• Brief History of AI
• AI in Everyday Life
• Difference between Traditional Software and AI
• Generative AI – Basic Introduction
• AI Chatbots
• AI for Text Generation
• AI for Image Generation
• AI for Education and Learning
• AI for Office Work
• Basic Prompt Writing
• Advantages and Limitations of AI
• AI Safety, Privacy and Responsible Use
• Practical Introduction to AI Tools

Module 7: Practical Training

Students will complete practical exercises such as:

• Creating and formatting a Word document
• Preparing a simple Excel worksheet
• Creating a PowerPoint presentation
• Managing files and folders
• Searching information on the Internet
• Sending emails with attachments
• Downloading and uploading documents
• Creating a PDF document
• Using basic AI tools for learning and productivity
• Completing a basic computer-based project