Introduction to Computers - Windows XP

Windows XP Training

Who should do this course?

This course is intended for people who wish to learn how to work with Windows XP to perform standard operating system functions, such as working with windows, copying files, creating folders, setting up printers, and the like. As such it is an ideal companion course to undertake with application software, teaching participants the practical skills of managing their computer.

This course is designed for participants with little or no knowledge of computing and/or Windows XP. As such it assumes no prerequisite skills or knowledge.

About the course:

This course aims to increase your productivity by providing the skills and knowledge to use Microsoft Windows XP effectively.

A hands-on approach is taken during this course. The course is designed to impart relevant skills and knowledge by having participants work through real-life examples and scenarios.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

* access Windows XP, identify the screen elements, and work with a mouse
* resize, move, and scroll a window
* work with and navigate within windows
* open and close applications
* use Windows Explorer to manage folders and files
* create and manage folders
* work with computer files
* use the Recycle Bin
* create and manage shortcuts
* use the printing facilities in Windows XP
* change the appearance and operation of the desktop.

After the course?

Each student will receive:
* Certificate of completion
* Training Manual
* 12 months FREE email support
* FREE class re-sit (if necessary)

Duration:

1 Day

Class size:

Max 10 Students

Times:

9.00am to 5.00pm

Price:

$385 incl GST

Content:

Unit 1: Windows XP Concepts

* Windows XP Overview
* Starting Windows XP
* The Windows XP Screen
* The Windows XP Interface
* Working With A Mouse
* Using An Intellipoint Mouse
* Understanding Menus
* Accessing Menus Using A Pointing Device
* Accessing Menus Using The Keyboard
* Using Short-Cut Menus
* Switching To Single Click
* Switching To Double Click
* Turning Off Your Computer
* Windows XP Concepts Quick Reference

Unit 2: Working with a Window

* Working With A Window Overview
* The Anatomy Of A Window
* Working With The Control Menu
* Maximising, Minimising And Restoring
* Resizing A Window
* Moving A Window
* Scrolling In A Window
* Closing A Window
* Working With A Window Quick Reference

Unit 3: Window Techniques

* Overview Of Window Techniques
* Toggling Common Tasks Mode
* Using The Common Tasks Pane
* Working With Multiple Windows
* Navigating Through Different Windows
* Navigating Through The Same Window
* Working With Dialog Boxes
* Keyboard Techniques For Windows
* Window Techniques Quick Reference

Unit 4: Using Applications

* Using Applications Overview
* Starting An Application From The Start Menu
* Starting An Application From A Folder
* Opening Multiple Applications
* Managing Multiple Applications
* Minimising And Restoring Applications
* Closing Applications
* Accessing Recently Used Applications
* Using Applications Quick Reference

Unit 5 : Windows Explorer

* Windows Explorer Overview
* Starting The Windows Explorer
* The Windows Explorer Screen
* Changing The Folder List View
* Navigating The Explorer Bar Hierarchy
* Sorting The List
* Closing Windows Explorer
* Windows Explorer Quick Reference

Unit 6: Working with Folders

* Working With Folders Overview
* Drives, Folders and Files
* Creating A New Folder
* Creating A Hierarchy Of Folders
* Renaming A Folder
* Moving Folders
* Copying A Folder
* Deleting A Folder
* Deleting A Folder Hierarchy
* Working With Folders Quick Reference

Unit 7: Working with Files

* Files Overview
* Setting Up Windows Explorer For Files
* Selecting Files
* Selecting Multiple Files
* Moving Files
* Copying Files
* Copying Over Existing Files
* Deleting Files
* Deleting A Folder With Files
* Undoing Actions
* Copying To A Floppy Disk
* Working With Files Quick Reference

Unit 8: The Recycle Bin

* Recycle Bin Overview
* Sending Files To The Recycle Bin
* Examining The Recycle Bin
* Restoring Deleted Items
* Emptying The Recycle Bin
* Changing The Recycle Bin Settings
* Accessing The Recycle Bin From The Desktop
* The Recycle Bin Quick Reference

Unit 9: Shortcuts

* Shortcut Overview
* Creating A Shortcut To A Folder
* Working With Shortcuts
* Creating A Shortcut To A Document
* Creating A Shortcut To An Application
* Changing The Properties Of A Shortcut
* Renaming A Shortcut
* Deleting A Shortcut
* Shortcuts Quick Reference

Unit 10: Printing

* How Printing Works
* Checking Your Printers
* Adding A Local Printer
* Changing The Default Printer
* Sharing Your Printer
* Adding A Network Printer
* Printing A Document
* Printing Multiple Documents
* Pausing A Printer
* Viewing The Print Queue
* Changing Priorities In The Print Queue
* Purging A Print Job
* Printing From The Queue
* Printing Quick Reference

Unit 11: Changing the Desktop

* Overview Of Changing The Desktop
* Changing The Desktop Theme
* Changing The Desktop Background
* Cleaning Up The Desktop
* Changing The Screen Saver
* Changing The Desktop Appearance
* Changing Screen Settings
* Changing The Desktop Quick Reference