Computer essentials
Basic Computer Course
Computer fundamentals · Digital basics · Office basics
View courseDiploma in Computer Applications
Build everyday computer skills for study and the workplace.
Practical
learningStructured
lessonsCareer
guidance
learningStructured
lessonsCareer
guidance
Duration6 months
Content4 core topics
ModeIn-centre
Skills you can put to work.
Explore the core areas of DCA.
- Office applications
- Internet and email
- Typing
- Workplace skills
Your course. Every step.
Build your skills one topic at a time, with room to practise.
- Overview of computer systems
- Types of computers and their applications
- Basic components of a computer (CPU, RAM, storage, peripherals)
- Introduction to operating systems (Windows/Linux)
- Navigating the desktop environment
- File management (creating, copying, moving, deleting files and folders)
- Importance of Typing Skills
- Benefits of fast and accurate typing
- Career opportunities and applications
- Introduction to Typing Software
- Overview of popular typing software (e.g., Typing Master)
- Installation and setup
- Ergonomics and Typing Posture
- Correct typing posture
- Ergonomic workspace setup
- Home Row Position
- Understanding the home row keys
- Basic finger placement and movement
- Typing Simple Words and Sentences
- Practice typing simple words
- Typing short sentences with accuracy
- Practice Session
- Timed typing exercises
- Accuracy improvement drills
- Introduction to Hindi Typing
- Overview of Hindi typing software (e.g., Inscript, KrutiDev)
- Installation and setup
- Hindi Keyboard Layout
- Understanding the Inscript and Remington keyboard layouts
- Basic finger placement and movement
- Practice Session
- Typing simple Hindi words and sentences
- Timed typing exercises
- Typing Practice Techniques
- Drills to improve speed and accuracy
- Common typing errors and how to avoid them
- Speed Building Exercises
- Timed typing tests
- Speed and accuracy tracking
- Review and Practice
- Review of progress
- Additional practice sessions
- Typing Documents and Reports
- Formatting documents and reports
- Typing practice with real-world documents
- Typing Emails and Online Communication
- Typing professional emails
- Online chat and communication typing practice
- Practice Session
- Real-world typing practice
- Timed tests and accuracy drills
- Review of Course Content
- Comprehensive review of English and Hindi typing skills
- Addressing any remaining challenges
- Mock Typing Tests
- Simulated final assessment tests
- Feedback and improvement tips
- Practice Session
- Final preparation for the assessment
- Relaxation techniques for test anxiety
- Typing Longer Paragraphs
- Techniques for typing longer texts
- Maintaining consistency and accuracy
- Typing Complex Sentences
- Handling punctuation and special characters
- Typing technical terms and phrases
- Practice Session
- Timed typing tests
- Speed and accuracy improvement drills
- Typing Longer Hindi Paragraphs
- Techniques for typing longer texts in Hindi
- Maintaining consistency and accuracy
- Typing Complex Hindi Sentences
- Handling punctuation and special characters in Hindi
- Typing technical terms and phrases
- Practice Session
- Timed Hindi typing tests
- Speed and accuracy improvement drills
- Understanding Typing Speed Tests
- How speed tests work
- Importance of regular practice
- Techniques for Increasing Typing Speed
- Advanced drills and exercises
- Strategies for reducing errors
- Practice Session
- Combined English and Hindi typing practice
- Exploring Typing Software Features
- Advanced features of popular typing software
- Customizing practice sessions
- Keyboard Shortcuts
- Essential keyboard shortcuts for efficiency
- Practicing shortcuts in typing exercises
- Practice Session
- Timed typing tests
- Review of progress and areas for improvement
- Typing for Specific Fields
- Legal, medical, and technical typing practice
- Understanding field-specific terminology
- Transcription Practice
- Basics of transcription
- Typing from audio sources
- Practice Session
- Transcription typing practice
- Speed and accuracy improvement
- Document creation and formatting
- Using templates, tables, and images
- Advanced features: mail merge, headers, footers
- Spreadsheet basics, data entry, and formatting
- Formulas and functions
- Creating charts and graphs
- Creating presentations
- Slide design and formatting
- Animations and transitions
- Database concepts
- Creating and managing databases
- Queries, forms, and reports
- Understanding the internet and web browsers
- Using search engines effectively
- Email setup and management
- Introduction to communication tools (Skype, Zoom, Microsoft Teams)
- Basics of online collaboration and meetings
- Introduction to HTML and web page structure
- Basic HTML tags and attributes
- Introduction to CSS for styling web pages
- Understanding computer networks
- Types of networks (LAN, WAN, etc.)
- Network devices and protocols
- Basics of internet security
- Protecting against malware and viruses
- Safe browsing practices
- Introduction to graphic design principles
- Using graphic design software (Adobe Photoshop/CorelDRAW)
- Creating basic designs and layouts
- Basics of audio and video editing
- Introduction to multimedia software (Adobe Premiere/Final Cut Pro)
- Creating and editing multimedia projects
- Planning and starting a project
- Applying skills learned in the course
- Regular project reviews and feedback
- Completing the project
- Documenting the project
- Preparing for the project presentation
- Presenting the project to the class
- Final assessment and certification
Source-based curriculumAdapted from the course-page syllabus supplied by CT Training Centre. Confirm the teaching schedule for your batch.
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Build on the tools you use in everyday work.
New to this subject? Ask us about the right starting level and eligibility for DCA.
Check course requirementsA little clarity before you start.
The published duration is 6 months. Confirm the current schedule for your batch with the centre.
Fees and eligibility depend on the course. Ask the centre for current details before enrolling.
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Ask the centre about the certificate, issuing body and completion requirements for this course.
This page is for classroom learning at CT Training Centre in Pakur. Contact the centre about any other available formats.
No. Career support includes resume guidance and interview preparation, but does not guarantee employment.
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