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Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
EnglishSelf StudyVideo and Text Based

Course Overview

The Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software Online Course focuses on the key elements of a computer system such as hardware and software. A student will learn about the use of word processing software like Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Powerpoint and their differences. 

The duration of the Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software Training Course is 3 weeks. Through this course, students will gain knowledge about computer hardware and software. The students will learn how to create a document on Microsoft word and other basic skills of the software. Students will also learn how to use different graphics software such as Canva photo editor, Befunky photo editor and their interface and how to work on layers in this software. 

The Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software Certification Course will be instructed by Kenneth W.T. Leung, Assistant professor of engineering education at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

The Highlights

  • Coursera certificate
  • 3 weeks duration course
  • Course Videos
  • Readings
  • Homework
  • Final assessment
  • Introduction to computers
  • Hardware
  • Software
  • Graphic designing

Programme Offerings

  • Coursera course
  • Certificate of completion
  • Practical Assessment
  • Final examination
  • Introduction to computers
  • computer software
  • 3-week duration
  • Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees InformationsCertificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
INR 2435yesCoursera
  • Candidates can access all course materials except graded items for free.
  • If the candidate wants a certificate, then the candidate has to purchase the course for â‚ą2,435
HeadAmount in INR
Certificate feeRs. 2,435

What you will learn

Designing skillsKnowledge of computer application

The topics you will learn in the Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software Course are: 

  • About computer science
  • About computer hardware
  • Computer software
  • Use of Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Powerpoint
  • Making presentations
  • Basics of Microsoft Excel
  • How to create an excel book
  • About computer applications
  • About computer graphics
  • Basics of GIMP
  • Different types of photo editing software

Who it is for

The Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software Certification Course helps students to understand the basics of word processing applications such as MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint. Understanding the difference between computer hardware and software. 


Admission Details

Admission to the Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software Training Course will be done through the Coursera portal. Candidates are advised to follow the steps - 

  • Students have to register on the Coursera portal using this link -  https://www.coursera.org/learn/introduction-to-computers-and-office-productivity-software 
  • After opening the link click on ‘Enroll for Free’ 
  • Next, candidates are required to provide necessary information such as name, email address.
  • Join the Coursera programme and enroll in the Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software Course.

The Syllabus

Videos
  • Course Introduction
  • Week 1 Introduction
  • Computer Hardware
Reading
  • Computer Hardware
Practice Exercise
  • Computer Hardware

Videos
  • Week 2 Introduction
  • Computer Software
Reading
  • Computer Software
Practice Exercise
  • Computer Software

Videos
  • Week 3 Introduction
  • Microsoft Office Online
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
Readings
  • Application Software
  • About Office
  • Creating a Presentation
  • Basic Skills
Practice Exercises
  • Summary
  • Homework

Videos
  • Week 4 Introduction
  • Microsoft Word
  • Survey and Forms
Readings
  • Creating a Document
  • Basic Skills
  • Creating a Survey
Practice Exercise
  • Summary

Videos
  • Week 5 Introduction
  • Understanding the Survey Results
  • Microsoft Excel Basic Skills
  • Excel Charts
Readings
  • Creating an Excel book
  • Understanding the Survey Results
  • Basic Skills
  • Charts
Practice Exercises
  • Summary
  • Homework

Videos
  • Week 6 Introduction
  • Computer Graphics
  • GIMP Basic Skills
  • GIMP Layers
Readings
  • Computer Graphics
  • Canva Photo Editor
  • BeFunky Photo Editor
  • Introduction and Installation
  • Interface and General Operation
  • Layers
Practice Exercises
  • Summary
  • Summary
  • Homework

Practice Exercise
  • Final Exam

Evaluation process

Students have to secure a minimum of 50% marks in the final assessment of the course.

Instructors

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: In what languages the Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software course is available?

This Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software Training Course will be taught in the English language. But, students can add subtitles as per their choice of language such as Arabic, French, Portuguese, Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian and Spanish.

2: What is the eligibility criteria for admission to theIntroduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software Online course?

There is no eligibility requirement for admission to the Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software Course. Anyone can take admission to this course.

3: What will be the mode of the classes for this Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software Training course?

The classes will be given through videos of different topics discussed in this course. Students will be provided with reading material and weekly assignments.

4: Will I get a certificate after the end of this course?

Yes, students will get a valid certificate issued by Coursera after securing a minimum of 50% or above marks in the final assessment of the Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software Online Course. Students can add the certificate on LinkedIn or take a printout of the certificate.

5: Who will instruct for the Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software Certification course?

The Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software Online Course will be instructed by Kenneth W.T. Leung is an assistant professor at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

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