Windows and file management
Explore the main operating features of Windows XP, desktop, applications and display settings. Learn how to manage files by creating and organising folders. Knowledge required: basic computing.
Key course information
Dates
19/11/08
Day(s)
Wed
Duration
1 week
Time
10:00 - 17:00
Fees
Full fee: £56
Senior fee: £39
Concession: £34
Venue
Keeley Street
Course code
CWF01
Availability
This course has finished
Course outline
What is the course about?
This course will familiarise you with the main operating features of Windows 2003, the desktop, application windows and display setting. It will give you the ability to manage files and organise folders.
What topics will we cover?
Features of the computer desktop
Using icons and toolbars
Customising the desktop
Windows - component parts, opening, resizing, closing, arranging
Working with files in Windows Explorer
File structures
Using the operating system's Help function
Searching for files
By the end of this course you should be able to:
Identify the various components of a computer desktop
Recognise the most commonly used icons and toolbars
Arrange desktop icons and make changes to desktop settings such as background, colour and screen saver
Open, resize and close windows
Understand the main working environment of Windows Explorer
Copy, move, rename. delete and sort files
Create a file structure
Format and backup to a floppy disk
Search for a file
Use the operating systems Help function
What level is the course?
Though this course is aimed at beginners, you are expected to have knowledge of the keyboard, mouse and basic word processing experience.
How will I be taught?
Each student has their own computer.
Presentations will be made using computers, interactive whiteboard, overhead screen and printed notes.
Step by step instruction, with demonstrations where appropriate, will help you grasp the concepts.
What feedback will I get?
You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.
Will I have a chance to give my views on the course?
Yes, please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open daily 11:00 - 19:00 Monday to Friday, 10:00 - 14:00 Saturday during term and 12.00 - 17.00 Monday to Friday during non-term. See the programme guide for further details.
Who can I contact for further information?
Tel: 020 7492 2515
computing@citylit.ac.ukAdvice times:
During term-time:
Tuesday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30-18.30
Wednesday 12.30-13.30 and 17.30–18.30
Non term-time
Tuesday 17.30–18.30
Wednesday 12.30–13.30
You do not need to book an appointment, just come along on the days and at the times listed
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| Dates | Day(s) | Time | Duration | Fees | Snr | Conc | Code | Availability | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19/11/08 | Wed | 10:00 - 17:00 | 1 weeks | £56 | £39 | £34 | CWF01 | Finished | » Select |
| 11/03/09 | Wed | 10:00 - 17:00 | 1 weeks | £56 | £39 | £34 | CWF02 | Finished | » Select |
| 24/06/09 | Wed | 10:00 - 17:00 | 1 weeks | £56 | £39 | £34 | CWF03 | Finished | » Select |
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Tel: 020 7492 2515
Advice times:
During term-time:
Tuesday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30-18.30
Wednesday 12.30-13.30 and 17.30–18.30
Non term-time
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