AlphaTech Learning Objectives
- 1. AlphaTech Program Learning Objectives Module 1 Computer Basics Lesson 1 Introduction to Computers Identify the main parts of a computer Identify the steps for starting and shutting down a computer. Identify the different groups of keys on a keyboard. Perform different tasks by using a mouse. Lesson 2 Common Computer Terminology Explain an operating system. Explain programs and data. Describe a network and the types of networks. Explain the terms Internet and Network. Lesson 3 Computer Performance and Features Compare the features of different types of computers. Explain the role of memory. Lesson 4 Computer Operating Systems Explain the common functions of an operating system. Identify the components of the Windows XP interface. Use the options available in the Start menu of Windows XP. Work with the Windows XP interface within programs. Manage files and folders in Windows Explorer. Perform basic file operations. Module 2 Internet Basics Lesson 1 The Internet Describe the uses of the Internet. Identify the requirements for an Internet connection. Identify the features of two types of Internet connections. Lesson 2 The World Wide Web Describe the components of the Web.
- 2. Explain how Web addresses work. Explore Web sites by using a browser. Search information using a search engine. Module 3 Communication methods on the Internet Lesson 1 Explain how e-mail works. Create an email account Write and send e-mail messages. Manage e-mail messages. Lesson 2 Explain how instant messaging works. Write and send instant messages. Module 4 Introduction to Word Processor Describe some of its uses Start and Quit a program Identify main components of the user interface Save and open a document Enter and edit text Identify and use the formatting features Edit a ready made letter and learn to use indents Insert tables and photographs Use print preview and page setting for printing Create a greeting to practice features learnt Module 5 Introduction to Spreadsheet Program Describe some of its uses Start and Quit a program Identify main components of the user interface Save and open a worksheet Work with cell, worksheet, workbook Enter and edit text Identify and use the formatting features Enter Currency Unit (Rs), Date Use functions to perform basic mathematical tasks Create data series, use auto-fill and enter day-date Use print preview and page setting for printing Create a Grade card to practice features learnt
- 3. Module 6 Introduction to Presentation Programs Describe some of its uses Start and Quit a program Identify main components of the user interface Save and open a presentation Insert, edit and move slides Insert text box, table, chart, graphic, audio,video in slide Use slide themes, smart art Identify and use the formatting features Use print preview and page setting for printing Play and operate a presentation Create a photo album to practice features learnt Module 7 Computer Security and Privacy Lesson 1 Introduction to Computer Security and Privacy Explain computer security and privacy. Identify threats to your computer. Identify measures to protect your computer against threats. Lesson 2 Protecting Your Computer Identify guidelines for protecting your computer. Identify measures for securing e-mail and instant messaging. Lesson 3 Protecting Your Privacy from Security Threats Identify measures that you can use to protect your privacy. Explain how online predators operate. Identify guidelines for protection from online predators. Lesson 4 Keeping Your Computer Secure and Updated Explain the security settings on your computer. Identify the options for keeping your computer up-to-date. Module 8 Computer Ethics Explain intellectual property and copyright as they apply to computing. Identify acts of copyright violation and the measures to prevent those acts.
- 4. Module 9 Digital Multimedia Lesson 1 Digital Technology Describe the benefits of digital technology. Explain how digital technology expands the features of media devices. Lesson 2 Introduction to Digital Audio Identify the characteristics of digital audio. Explain the concepts of recording, copying, and converting digital audio. Create an audio piece to practice features learnt Identify the features of speech technologies. Lesson 3 Introduction to Digital Video Identify the characteristics of digital video. Explain what digital video editing is and the output formats for digital video. Create a video to practice features learnt Identify the features of Web video technologies. Lesson 4 Introduction to Digital Photography Explain the benefits, features, and working of a digital camera. Explain how to edit and manage digital images. Create a collage to practice features learnt Identify the features of different types of printers that are available for printing photos Module 10 Introduction to Educational Content software Lesson 1 Desktop Based Software Tutorial: Eureka / ILFS Reference: Encarta Practice: Mind spark Describe some of its uses Install a program Start and Quit a program Identify main components of the user interface Perform basic tasks
- 5. Lesson 2 Internet based Tutorial: Thinkfinity Reference: Encarta online Practice: Class marker Describe some of its uses Identify main components of the user interface Perform basic tasks