One Day

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Performance-Based Objectives:

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

• Identify the basic components and capabilities of personal computers.
• Explore Windows Vista.
• Use the common tools and programs.
• Manage folders and files.
• customize the Windows Vista desktop.
• Browse the Internet using Internet Explorer 7.0.

Course Content

Getting Started with Personal Computers

• Personal Computer Basics
• Input Devices
• Output Devices
• Set Up the Computer
• Personal Computer Functionality
• Storage Devices

Exploring Windows Vista

• Log On to Windows Vista
• Explore the Desktop
• Manipulate Open Windows
• TUse Windows Help and Support
• Turn Off the Personal Computer

Using Common Tools and Programs

• Examine Application Software
• TCreate a Document in WordPad
• Work with the Calculator
• Customize a Graphic with the Paint Tool

Managing Folders and Files

• Navigate Folders with Windows Explorer
• Work with Folders and Files
• Copy Data on Storage Media

Customizing the Windows Vista Desktop

• Customize the Start Menu
• Customize the Taskbar
• Personalize the Desktop
• Set a Screen Saver
• Configure the Sidebar

Browsing the Internet

• An Overview of Networks
• Browse Websites with Internet Explorer 7.0

For more information on Acumen Classes
Please contact Deb Wagnon 314.333.3330
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1750 South Brentwood Blvd.
Suite 200
Saint Louis, MO 63119