1 day class

Overview:  Students will create a document, organize files, work with Windows Messenger, create an efficient work environment, work with media, clean up their system, and find information on the Internet.

Target student: The target student for this course is a user who has worked with basic computer concepts and gained skills related to IBM and compatible computers.

Objectives:  Lesson objectives help students become comfortable with the course, and also provide a means to evaluate learning. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• You will create a document by using WordPad.
• You will organize the contents of your hard drive by using Windows Explorer.
• You will communicate instantly with others by using Windows Messenger.
• You will create an efficient work environment by using the Control Panel and Accessibility programs.
• You will perform a variety of media tasks by using the Help and Support Center and Media Player.
• You will clean up your system by using My Computer and the Recycle Bin.
• You will find information on the Internet by using Internet Explorer.

Course content

Lesson 1: Creating a Document in Windows

• Topic 1A: Launch a Program
• Topic 1B: Create a Document
• Topic 1C: Save a Document
• Topic 1D: Preview and Print a Document
• Topic 1E: Cut, Copy, and Paste Information

Lesson 2: Organizing Files

• Topic 2A: Find Files
• Topic 2B: Create Folders
• Topic 2C: Move Files
• Topic 2D: Create Shortcuts

Lesson 3: Working with Windows Messenger

• Topic 3A: Create a Microsoft Passport Account
• Topic 3B: Add Contacts
• Topic 3C: Send and Receive Instant Messages
• Topic 3D: Change Windows Messenger Options

Lesson 4: Creating an Efficient Work Environment

• Topic 4A: Change Mouse Properties
• Topic 4B: Change a Volume Property
• Topic 4C: Change the Display Properties
• Topic 4D: Switch Users
• Topic 4E: Work with Accessibility Programs

Lesson 5: Researching and Using Windows Media Player

• Topic 5A: Use Help and Support
• Topic 5B: Create Your Favorites
• Topic 5C: Play a Video
• Topic 5D: Apply a Skin

Lesson 6: Cleaning Up Your System

• Topic 6A: Check System Capacity
• Topic 6B: Analyze Your Hard Drive
• Topic 6C: Delete Your Files and Folders
• Topic 6D: Empty the Recycle Bin

Lesson 7: Finding Information on the Internet

• Topic 7A: Browse the Internet
• Topic 7B: Move to Specific Internet Sites
• Topic 7C: Use Favorites to Return to Internet Sites
• Topic 7D: Shut Down Windows