Syllabus – Basic Computer Course

Module 1: Introduction to Computers

• Definition and uses of computers
• Types of computers (Desktop, Laptop, Tablet, etc.)
• Basic components of a computer
• Hardware vs. Software

Module 2: Computer Hardware

• Input devices (Keyboard, Mouse, Scanner, etc.)
• Output devices (Monitor, Printer, Speakers)
• CPU, Memory (RAM, ROM)
• Storage devices (Hard Disk, Pen Drive, CD/DVD)

Module 3: Computer Software

• System software and application software
• Introduction to Operating Systems
• Basics of Windows OS
• Starting, shutting down, and restarting the computer

Module 4: Keyboard and Mouse Skills

• Keyboard keys and functions
• Mouse operations (click, double-click, drag, scroll)
• Typing practice

Module 5: File and Folder Management

• Creating, renaming, deleting files and folders
• Copy, move, and search files
• Understanding file extensions

Module 6: Microsoft Word

• Introduction to Word
• Creating and saving documents
• Text formatting (font, size, color, alignment)
• Page setup and printing
• Tables and simple designs

Module 7: Microsoft Excel

• Introduction to Excel
• Worksheets and workbooks
• Basic formulas and functions
• Formatting cells
• Simple charts

Module 8: Microsoft PowerPoint

• Introduction to PowerPoint
• Creating slides
• Adding text, images, and shapes
• Slide transitions and animations
• Running a slide show

Module 9: Internet and Email

• Introduction to the Internet
• Web browsers and search engines
• Creating and using email
• Sending attachments
• Online safety and cyber awareness

Module 10: Basics of Digital Literacy

• Online forms and applications
• Use of computers in daily life
• Introduction to cloud storage
• Digital payments (basic awareness)