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- Louise Nolan
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ECDL 4 Basic Concepts of IT
Course Aims
This course is designed to help you to obtain the knowledge required for ECDL Module 1 "Basic Concepts of Information Technology" (Syllabus 4.0). You will learn about the technologies used in computers and networks and about the impact of IT on society.
You will be able to describe the hardware components that make up a PC, common software applications used in business and the home, and the benefits of networks and the internet. You will also learn about IT security, safety, legal, and privacy issues. |
Assumed Knowledge
No previous experience or knowledge of using computer hardware or software is assumed. |
Course Audience
Students training to obtain an ECDL or those wanting to learn computer and network technologies and functions. |
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Table of Contents
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ICT Fundamentals - Types of Computer
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Understand the terms hardware, software, and Information Technology
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Identify and distinguish between different types of computer
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Understand how computers share data and resources
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ICT Fundamentals - Hardware Components
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Understand the function of the motherboard
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Know what the Central Processing Unit does and how its speed is measured
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Recognise different types of input devices and what they can be used for
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Recognise different types of output devices and what they can be used for
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Troubleshoot basic problems relating to hardware devices
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ICT Fundamentals - Storage Components
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Understand how computer memory is measured
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Understand the types of storage device used in a computer and how to compare them
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Understand different types of computer memory
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Identify different disk storage devices
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ICT Fundamentals - Comparing Computers
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Evaluate the factors that impact on a computer's performance
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Identify factors that affect IT purchasing decisions
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ICT Fundamentals - Operating System and Applications Software
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Recognise the difference between operating systems and applications software
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Understand the functions of an operating system
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Know what a Graphical User Interface is
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List some common software applications and their uses
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Recognise the main stages of systems development
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ICT Fundamentals - Computer Networks
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Understand the terms LAN, WAN, and workgroup computing
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Recognise the advantages and disadvantages of network computing
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ICT Fundamentals - The Internet
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Understand the use of the telephone network in computing
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Describe components of the internet
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Describe some of the services available on the internet
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Understand how internet email is delivered
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ICT Fundamentals - Computers in Daily Life
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Know some of the uses of the computer at home
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Know some of the uses of IT in business, industry, government, and education
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Recognise some of the uses of computers in daily life
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Understand the use of e-commerce to buy and sell goods and services online
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Understand some of the benefits and limitations of computers
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ICT Fundamentals - Health and Safety
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Understand the requirements for a good working environment
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Be aware of some of the main health and safety regulations and guidelines related to the use of computer equipment
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ICT Fundamentals - Use and Care of IT Equipment
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Understand the proper use and care of computer equipment
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Describe a basic procedure for installing equipment
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Identify how computer systems impact on the environment
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ICT Fundamentals - Security Fundamentals
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Know why information security is vital to an organisation's survival and growth (business continuity)
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Outline the goals of a corporate security policy
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Describe some risks to security (theft, accident, hacking, social engineering, virus, legal liability, power outages)
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Describe some measures taken to secure an organisation (compliance testing, training, access control, encryption, firewall, anti-virus software, backup)
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ICT Fundamentals - Anti-Virus Measures
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Understand what a computer virus is and how a computer system can be infected
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Know how to get information about virus threats and about hoax alerts
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Detect and remove virus infections using anti-virus software
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Understand the importance of updating anti-virus software
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ICT Fundamentals - Copyright, Fraud, and Privacy
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Understand the terms copyright, plagiarism, and public domain
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Understand acceptable use of copyright material
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Recognise the implications of software licensing
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Understand what is meant by freeware, shareware, and an open source licence
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Understand basic issues of libel and freedom of speech when using the internet
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Recognise the potential for fraud when using the internet
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Know the implications of the Data Protection Act
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Understand the issue of workplace privacy
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