Basic Computing (SPACE)
Computer Science
A course by
Wintec
A self-paced, introductory computing course teaching fundamentals of computer use, Microsoft Office, internet navigation, and email for beginners or those wishing to improve their digital skills.
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop basic keyboarding and typing skills
Become familiar with keyboard functions, increase typing speed, and apply correct ergonomic practices to prevent overuse injuries.
Navigate the internet and use email
Access, search, and use the internet effectively, including composing and sending emails and managing attachments.
What You're Signing Up For
Basic Computing (Self Paced Applied Computer Education) is an ongoing enrolment course designed to introduce students to the essentials of computer operation. Learners build competence and confidence with using a keyboard, the internet, email, and Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, Publisher, and PowerPoint, with practical support provided by a facilitator in tutored sessions. The programme is suitable for beginners or those looking to refresh their basic computing skills for personal, study, or entry-level work contexts.
Course Content
- Keyboarding - common keyboard functions, typing speed, ergonomics
- Internet and email - navigation, effective email use with attachments
- Microsoft Word - creating, editing, formatting, and printing documents
- Microsoft Excel - working with spreadsheets for budgets and calculations
- Microsoft Publisher - creating documents for advertising and publishing
- Microsoft PowerPoint - creating presentations, printouts, and slides
- General computer and digital literacy skills
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Entry-level administrative rolesFront-desk/reception rolesFurther studies in information technology
