TRAINING MANUAL BY PRINCE EDWARD JOHN; THE HEAD OF COMPUTER UNIT ALLIANCE FRANCAISE OWERRI
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INTRODUCTION
We are in the midst of a technological revolution that is changing our way of life. The cornerstone of this revolution; the computer, is transforming the way we learn, communicate, do business etc.This Handout provides an overview of computers – what they are, what they are doing, and what they can do. Once you have read and understood its content, you will be poised to play an active role in this revolution.
The computer revolution is a profound impact in our professional lives; this is an integrated tool in the performance of many jobs. Manager use word processor systems to compose memos and to check spelling, grammar, and style, Geologists rely on an “expert” Computer System for guidance in the quest for minerals. Computer artists have millions (yes, millions) of colours from which to choose. Architects rely on computer for everything from design to cost analysis etc.
COMPUTER LITERACY OR COMPETENCY
Computer Literacy could be defined as being knowledgeable in the computer world; which means being able to use computer as every tool to solve human problems and to do task that help the society.
COMPUTER COMPETENCY: (Certificate for Success)
Companies promote it for their employees. Parents demand it for their children. Those who have it believe they possess a competitive advantage. Those who don’t have it seek it out. “It” is COMPUTER COMPETENCY. The computer competent person will:
1. Feel comfortable using and operating a computer system.
2. Be fit into any computerized environment.
3. Be able to use the applications of computer in all endeavours with examples like; Education, Secretarial works, Medicine, Business, Law & Politics, Statistics, Accountancy, Banking and Finance, general Engineering, etc.
4. Be able to develop professional documents.
5. Be able to make the computer work for him/herself through judicious development or use of software. (Software refers collectively to a set of machine – readable instructions, called programs, which cause the computer to perform desired functions.
6. Be able to interact with the computer – that is generating input to the computer and interpret output from it.
7. Understand the impact of computer on society, now and in the future.
8. Be an intelligent consumer of hardware computer and computer equipment.
9. Be an intelligent consumer of computer related – product and services.
10. Be able to see the computer as an aid to better job performance.
11. Have a good knowledge of computer hardware and software systems and applications.
12. Understand the basic input/output information flow in modern organisation.
13. Stand conveniently amongst professional and non-professional convincingly to discuss computer and related maters.
14. Help to create more computer awareness, as some people are still prone to its resistance.
By the time you complete this course, you will have achieved a level of computer competency or Literacy enabling you to be an active and effective participant in the emerging information society.
Fifteen years ago people who pursued a career in almost any facet of business, education, or government where content to leave computer-to-computer professionals. Well, things have changed. Computer Competency or Literacy is emerging as a prerequisite for employment in a growing number of career fields. As a result, the study of computers and computer related topics are now an integral part of the learning experience.
WHY STUDY COMPUTERS?
To thrive in today’s highly competitive business world, you need to be computer competent. Network, Data Base, Micro, Macro, Output, and hundreds of other computer related term are used in everyday conversation by those who aspire to be success in business – Accountants, Secretaries, Salespeople, Hospitals Administrations, Lawyers, Engineers, Newspapers reporters, Financial Analysts, and people in most professions. The same can be said about people in Education and Government.
Up until 10 years ago, computers were found only in environmentally controlled rooms behind locked doors. Only computer professionals and dully-authorized personnel were permitted entry to those secured premises. In contrast, computers today are found in hundreds of homes and just about every office.
Eventually, all of us will have at least one computer and use it every day in our work and leisure. That day is not too far away.
MICROSOFT WORD
MICROSOFT WORD:
Word processing is simply the preparation of documents. We can also define it further
As the use of computer and its facilities to create and Edit a document to user’s desired format. Computer word processing helps you produce quality work in minimal time. Not only can you type a document, you can quickly make Editing, changes and corrections, adjust margins and spacing, create columns and Table, add graphics etc.
Features of Word Processing:
1 Creating: This refers to creating of word processing documents.
2 Editing: This consists of reading through the document, correct errors, and adding or deletes text to make the document easy to read.
3 Formatting: When your document is error-free you can, format it to make it Visually appealing. The formatting features such as line spacing, boldface, Italics etc can help make your document easier to read.
4 Printing: This is the final phase in creating an effective document. I suggest that you always preview your document before you print it out using Microsoft Word.
Microsoft Word is a complete, multi-function word processing program that lets you create, edit, store and print any document with the advantages of computer speed, accuracy and ease. Even though the computer has a keyboard that looks much like a standard typewriter keyboard, the difference between typing on a typewriter and using M/s Word is manifested in the quality of the output and ease of operation of the later.
With M/s Word the information you see on the screen is just an image of what will be printed-paper.
Microsoft excel is a typical electronic spreadsheet. Electronic spreadsheet are programs designed for easy arrangement, calculation, and analysis of data taking advantage of the reliable capability of the computer in performance arithmetic and logical operations with almost precision.
The program allow users to construct formulas for their peculiar situation and also offers a wide range of in-built formulas (mathematics, financial, statistical etc) which enables users to perform data analysis and summary without much ado.
Most spreadsheet also allows the creation of graph from data entered. Charts offer the simplest and most powerful tool in data analysis.
Microsoft Excel is a member of the Microsoft office family – integrated software that software that combines word processor, spreadsheet, database, graphics etc
This manual expected to give the basic understanding of the program to anybody with or without any background in the computer studies.
MICROSOFT POWER POINT
MS power point also allows an operator to present a slide or slides using the custom animation slide transition and effect with any in built background or already made background to display any slide created by the user.
Word processing is simply the preparation of documents. We can also define it further
As the use of computer and its facilities to create and Edit a document to user’s desired format. Computer word processing helps you produce quality work in minimal time. Not only can you type a document, you can quickly make Editing, changes and corrections, adjust margins and spacing, create columns and Table, add graphics etc.
Features of Word Processing:
1 Creating: This refers to creating of word processing documents.
2 Editing: This consists of reading through the document, correct errors, and adding or deletes text to make the document easy to read.
3 Formatting: When your document is error-free you can, format it to make it Visually appealing. The formatting features such as line spacing, boldface, Italics etc can help make your document easier to read.
4 Printing: This is the final phase in creating an effective document. I suggest that you always preview your document before you print it out using Microsoft Word.
Microsoft Word is a complete, multi-function word processing program that lets you create, edit, store and print any document with the advantages of computer speed, accuracy and ease. Even though the computer has a keyboard that looks much like a standard typewriter keyboard, the difference between typing on a typewriter and using M/s Word is manifested in the quality of the output and ease of operation of the later.
With M/s Word the information you see on the screen is just an image of what will be printed-paper.
MICROSOFT EXCEL
What is Microsoft Excel?Microsoft excel is a typical electronic spreadsheet. Electronic spreadsheet are programs designed for easy arrangement, calculation, and analysis of data taking advantage of the reliable capability of the computer in performance arithmetic and logical operations with almost precision.
The program allow users to construct formulas for their peculiar situation and also offers a wide range of in-built formulas (mathematics, financial, statistical etc) which enables users to perform data analysis and summary without much ado.
Most spreadsheet also allows the creation of graph from data entered. Charts offer the simplest and most powerful tool in data analysis.
Microsoft Excel is a member of the Microsoft office family – integrated software that software that combines word processor, spreadsheet, database, graphics etc
This manual expected to give the basic understanding of the program to anybody with or without any background in the computer studies.
MICROSOFT POWER POINT
INTRODUCTION
Microsoft PowerPoint is a graphic package developed by the Micro Soft Corporation of USA. Microsoft PowerPoint is mostly used for graphical data presentation. Is also a software package that allows you to develop sophisticated presentations it involves presenting ideas to the audience.MS power point also allows an operator to present a slide or slides using the custom animation slide transition and effect with any in built background or already made background to display any slide created by the user.
