The ICDL certification allows everyone to document their acquired knowledge and skills through a series of performance-based tests.

THE SEVEN TEST MODULES THAT LEAD TO DOCUMENTED COMPUTER SKILLS ARE:

MODULE 1 - FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT)

When you complete this module, you'll know about the basic physical make-up of a personal computer and understand some of the fundamental concepts of IT, such as:

• Data storage and memory.
• How computer-based software applications are used in home computing and on the job.
• What computer information networks are and how they're used.
  
  You'll also learn:
  1. How IT systems are found in everyday situations.
  2. How personal computers can affect your health.
  3. Some of the security and legal issues associated with computers

MODULE 2 - USING THE COMPUTER AND MANAGING FILES

When you complete this module, you'll be able to demonstrate knowledge and competence in using the essential functions of a personal computer and its operating system, including:

• Operating effectively within the desktop environment.
• Managing and organizing files and directories/folders.
• Copying, moving, and deleting files and directories/folders.
• Working with desktop icons and manipulating windows.
• Using the search features, simple editing tools, and print management facilities available within an operating system.
  

MODULE 3 - WORD PROCESSING

When you complete this module, you'll be able to use a word processing application on a personal computer. You'll be able to:

• Carry out operations associated with creating, formatting, and finishing a word processing document ready for distribution.
• Create standard tables.
• Use pictures and images within a document.
• Import objects.
• Use mail merge tools.
  

MODULE 4 - SPREADSHEETS

When you complete this module, you'll understand the fundamental concepts of spreadsheets and be able to use a spreadsheet application on a personal computer, including:

• Developing, formatting, and using a spreadsheet.
• Using basic formulas and functions to accomplish standard mathematical and logical operations.
• Importing objects.
• Creating graphs and charts.
  

MODULE 5 - DATABASES

When you complete this module, you'll understand the principal concepts of databases and be able to use a database application on a personal computer. You'll be able to:

• Design and plan a simple database using a standard database package.
• Retrieve information from an existing database by using the query, select, and sort tools available in the database.
• Create and modify reports.
  

MODULE 6 - PRESENTATIONS

When you complete this module, you'll be able to use presentation tools on a personal computer, including:

• Creating, formatting, and preparing a variety of presentations for different target audiences or situations.
• Using graphics, charts, and various slide show effects.
  

MODULE 7 - INTERNET AND EMAIL

When you complete this module, you'll be able to:

• Accomplish Web search tasks using a Web browser application and available search engine tools.
• Bookmark search results.
• Print Web pages and search reports.

You'll also be able to use electronic mail software to:

• Send and receive messages.
• Attach documents or files to a message.
• Organize and manage message folders or directories within electronic mail software.

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