European Computer Driving Licence
ECDL Extra-Level 2
Course Description
This demanding but very worthwhile 30 week (3 hours a week) course consists of eight modules:
- Module 1: Basic Concepts of Information Technology
- Module 2: Using the Computer and Managing Files (Windows XP)
- Module 3: Word Processing (Microsoft Word)
- Module 4: Spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel)
- Module 5: Database (Microsoft Access)
- Module 6: Presentation (Microsoft PowerPoint)
- Module 7: Information and Communication (Internet & email)
- Module 8: Using IT
New ECDL participants should have completed a basic course in IT/Computing such as CLAIT Level 1 or should have had significant involvement in the use of Personal Computers (PCs) in their work. It is not recommended for students with little or no experience in the use of computers.
Assessment
Each of the eight modules is assessed by a 45 minute online exam which will be sat when students are ready.
This is an evening course.