Course Description:
Computer Appreciation is an introductory course designed to provide students with a basic understanding of computers and their applications. The course covers fundamental concepts related to hardware, software, operating systems, and computer networks. Students will also learn about computer security, ethical considerations, and emerging technologies. Practical exercises and hands-on activities will be included to reinforce theoretical concepts.
Course Objectives:
- Understand the basic components and functions of a computer system.
- Familiarize students with different types of software applications and their uses.
- Explain the role of operating systems and their functionalities.
- Introduce computer networks and their importance in modern computing.
- Discuss computer security measures and ethical considerations.
- Explore emerging technologies and their potential impact on society.
Course Duration:
6 weeks (6 Modules)
Assessment:
At the end of each module, participants would be required to participate in a quiz test by answering a list of questions not less than 10. This is to enable us to assess the level of assimilation and ascertain that learning has taken place. Candidates with an average score and above would be awarded a certificate of training by Jomo Resource Center.
Curriculum
- 6 Sections
- 34 Lessons
- 6 Weeks
- Module 16
- Module 29
- 2.0SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS
- 2.1CATEGORIES OF SOFTWARE
- 2.2WORD PROCESSING SOFTWARE AND ITS FEATURES
- 2.3SPREADSHEET SOFTWARE AND ITS APPLICATIONS
- 2.4PRESENTATION SOFTWARE AND EFFECTIVE PRESENTATION TECHNIQUES
- 2.5INTRODUCTION TO DATABASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
- 2.6DATABASE IN ANALOGY
- 2.7EXAMPLES OF DATABASE
- 2.8Quiz 25 Minutes10 Questions
- Module 35
- Module 46
- Module 58
- 5.0COMPUTER SECURITY AND ETHICS
- 5.1IMPORTANCE OF COMPUTER SECURITY AND DATA PROTECTION
- 5.2COMMON SECURITY THREATS AND PREVENTIVE MEASURES
- 5.3ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS IN COMPUTER USAGE
- 5.4INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS AND PLAGIARISM
- 5.5PURCHASING GUIDELINE
- 5.6SPECIFIC TIPS FOR PURCHASING A LAPTOP
- 5.7Quiz 55 Minutes10 Questions
- Module 66