Windows Level 1

Performance-Based Objectives
Use fundamental personal computing terminology.
Use fundamental Windows XP skills.
Use Windows Explorer to manage files and folders.
Use common Windows XP program techniques by
working with several programs at the same time.


Course Content
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Personal Computers
Topic 1A: Uses of Personal Computers
Topic 1B: Types of Personal Computers
Topic 1C: Common Computer Components
Topic 1D: How Personal Computers Work
Topic 1E: Start the PC

Lesson 2: Using a Personal Computer
Topic 2A: Log On to a PC
Topic 2B: Explore the Desktop with the Mouse
Topic 2C: Manipulate Open Windows
Topic 2D: Use Help And Support
Topic 2E: Adjust the Mouse

Lesson 3: Managing Folders and Files
Topic 3A: Folder and File Organization
Topic 3B: Access the Windows Explorer
Topic 3C: Use the Search Companion
Topic 3D: Work with Folders
Topic 3E: Work with Files
Topic 3F: Create Shortcuts
Topic 3G: Use the Recycle Bin

Lesson 4: Using Programs at the Same Time
Topic 4A: Create a Document in WordPad
Topic 4B: Use the Address Book
Topic 4C: Format Text
Topic 4D: Use the Calculator
Topic 4E: Customize a Logo in Paint
Topic 4F: Turn Off the Computer

Appendix A: Windows XP Keyboard Shortcuts
Keyboard ShortcutsTopic

Appendix B: Buying a New PC
Assess Who, What, and WhereTopic

Appendix C: Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3) Program
Module 1 (Computing Fundamentals) ObjectivesTopic

Windows Level 2

Performance-Based Objectives
Customize the Windows XP environment.
Share files, folders, and resources over a network.
Access the Internet using Windows XP programs.
Use Windows XP tools to maintain the computer.


Course Content
Lesson 1: Customizing Windows XP
Topic 1A: Apply a Theme
Topic 1B: Customize the Desktop
Topic 1C: Select a Screen Saver
Topic 1D: Modify Appearance and Effects
Topic 1E: Control the Start Menu
Topic 1F: Customize the Taskbar

Lesson 2: Making Connections
Topic 2A: An Overview of Networks
Topic 2B: Add a Printer
Topic 2C: Manage Print Jobs
Topic 2D: Share Files
Topic 2E: Work Remotely

Lesson 3: Using Windows XP and the Internet
Topic 3A: An Overview of the Internet
Topic 3B: Search the Internet
Topic 3C: Keep Windows XP Up-to-date
Topic 3D: Communicate with Windows Messenger
Topic 3E: Use Remote Assistance

Lesson 4: Maintaining the Computer
Topic 4A: Diagnose System Problems
Topic 4B: Clean Up the Hard Disk
Topic 4C: Defragment the Hard Disk
Topic 4D: Back Up and Restore Personal Files
Topic 4E: Restore System Files

Appendix A: Using the Windows Movie Maker
Windows Movie Maker

Appendix B: Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³) Program
Module 1 (Computing Fundamentals) Objectives
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