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About The Course
This course was written by Patricia Maybery of Horsham U3A and is available for other U3A's in the Victorian Network, free of Charge to use. The course is broken down into topics such as basic computer skills, how to use cloud technology, etc. Resource materials such as powerpoints may also be included and will be noted where relevant in the course. Additional training may direct the user to a 3rd party site such as Canva, Facebook or Beacon University. Beacon University is a WordPress website developed by the tutor to allow students to practise their WordPress skills in a safe environment. If you require access to the University website, please let us know. Trish is a qualified TAFE Trainer and Assessor with over 10 years practical experience in developing and delivering training within the TAFE organisations throughout the Wimmera. In additional she hold a Diploma of Business, Certificates IV in Small Business Management, Information Technology (General) & (Website Design). As part of professional development, she has undertaken more than 30 online courses in marketing, seo certification, creative industries (animation & game design), among others.
Getting Started with Computers
This course is designed for anyone learning how to use a computer. * Part One - Basic Computers * Part Two - Email Basics * Part Three - Google Cloud Drive & Apps * Part Four - Canva
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Introduction to Basic Computers
Lesson One – What is a computer?
Lesson Two – What is Hardware & Software?
Lesson Three – Logging into The PC
Lesson Four – Apps & Programs
Lesson Five – The Windows Library System
Lesson Six – Personalise Your Settings
Lesson Seven – Backing Up Your Files
Lesson Eight – Using The Programs Manager
Lesson Nine – Basic Computer Maintenance
Lesson Ten – Getting Help
Getting Started with Email
This course focuses on using GMail to send and receive emails. Topics covered in this section include * Parts of an Email * Adding attachments * Creating Groups & Contacts
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Lesson One – Introduction
Getting Started with Google Cloud
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What is Google Cloud?
Getting Started with Google Docs
This course focuses on Google's free Word Processor. In this section we will cover * Writing a document * Change font type, size * Renaming a Document * Headings & Styles * Lists - Bulleted & Numbered * Headings & Footers * Table of Contents *
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Lesson One – Introduction
Getting Started With Google Sheets
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Lesson One – Introduction
Getting Started with Google Slides
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Lesson One – Introduction
Canva Design for Beginners
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Introduction
About the Tutor
Lesson One – What is Canva?
Lesson Two – Create a Facebook Post
Lesson Three – Playing with the Design Elements
Lesson Four – Create an Invitation
Facebook Marketing
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Lesson One – Introduction
WordPress Basics
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Introduction
What is a Website?
Aren’t web pages made with code?
Word Press Basics
Resources
WordPress – The Dashboard
WordPress + Elementor Page Builder
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Lesson One- Introduction
AT Tools for Life
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Lesson One – Introduction
Technology Group:

What’s Included in this lesson

A computer has many different types or styles such as a desktop, laptop or tablet. But they all work with the same types of hardware & software.

Topics Covered

  • Computer Concepts
  • Different types of computer systems
  • Peripheral Devices
  • Hardware & Software
  • Programs & Applications

Computer Concepts

There are many different types of computers, from desktops to laptops, netbooks, notebooks and tablets. Over this module, we will discuss the different types and give a brief history of the personal computer

What is a PC?

The personal computer (or PC) is a microcomputer that is designed to be used by one person at a time. The PC was introduced into Australia in the late 1980’s, prior to this, computers were designed for companies who attached terminals for multiple users to single large computer that held resources for all users. The term PC has been traditionally used to define ―IBM compatible machines or compared to Apple Macintosh

A personal computer was a term developed in the 1970’s for newer smaller types of computers that could be used by an individual working at a desk instead of the older type computers that required a team to use and filled a whole room. The first personal computer was created by IBM, International Business Machines but since then many other companies also create computers such as the desktop and laptop.

Types of Computers

Peripheral Devices

A peripheral device is something that is attached to the computer; this includes your keyboard, mouse, monitor and printer among others. It would be very hard to use a PC without these devices. But what are they? Let’s look some of the more common ones.

Your internet modem is another common peripheral device.

There are many other types of peripheral devices, those mentioned above are the most common. You can also purchase additional devices such as a Cricut machine for craft, externa; storage devices, charging usb hubs, tablet input devices and many more.

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