Office Computing Course

Office Computing is a practical course that teaches learners how to use computers and common office software for administrative and workplace tasks.

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Computers

• Meaning of a computer
• History and generations of computers
• Types of computers
• Characteristics of computers
• Advantages and disadvantages
• Basic computer terminology

Module 2: Computer Hardware

• Input devices
• Output devices
• Processing devices
• Storage devices
• Motherboard and CPU
• RAM and ROM
• Ports and connectors
• Printers and scanners

Module 3: Computer Software

• System software
• Application software
• Operating systems
• Utility software
• Software installation and updates
• File management

Module 4: Windows / Operating System

• Starting and shutting down a computer
• Desktop and taskbar
• Windows, icons and menus
• Creating folders
• Copying, moving and deleting files
• Searching for files
• Basic system settings

Module 5: Microsoft Word

• Creating and saving documents
• Typing and editing text
• Font formatting
• Paragraph formatting
• Page setup
• Tables
• Headers and footers
• Page numbers
• Bullets and numbering
• Pictures and shapes
• Find and replace
• Printing documents

Module 6: Microsoft Excel

• Worksheets and workbooks
• Rows, columns and cells
• Entering data
• Formatting spreadsheets
• Basic formulas
• Functions such as SUM, AVERAGE, MIN and MAX
• Sorting and filtering
• Creating charts
• Page setup and printing

Module 7: Microsoft PowerPoint

• Creating presentations
• Adding and formatting slides
• Text and images
• Tables and charts
• Themes and layouts
• Transitions
• Animations
• Slide shows
• Presentation techniques

Module 8: Internet and Email

• Meaning of the Internet
• Web browsers
• Search engines
• Websites and hyperlinks
• Creating and using email
• Sending attachments
• Downloading files
• Online communication
• Internet safety

Module 9: Office Administration

• Typing and document preparation
• Filing and record keeping
• Data entry
• Preparing letters
• Memos and notices
• Reports
• Meeting documents
• Printing and scanning
• Electronic document management

Module 10: Computer Security

• Password security
• Viruses and malware
• Antivirus software
• Phishing
• Safe browsing
• Data protection
• Backups
• Responsible computer use

Module 11: Keyboarding and Typing

• Keyboard layout
• Home-row keys
• Touch typing
• Typing accuracy
• Typing speed
• Numeric keypad
• Common keyboard shortcuts

Module 12: Practical Office Projects

Learners can practise:

• Creating a professional letter
• Designing an office memo
• Preparing an invoice
• Creating an employee attendance spreadsheet
• Preparing a PowerPoint presentation
• Creating a CV
• Sending an email with an attachment
• Organising electronic files