The ECDL syllabus is designed to cover the key concepts of computing, its practical applications and their use in the workplace and society in general. It is broken down into seven modules, each of which must be passed before the ECDL certificate is awarded. ECDL is open to anyone - regardless of age, education, experience or background. This course covers all of the seven modules during the three terms of 2000 2001. In addition a tutor will be on hand at one other time during the week, time to be decided, to deal with any problems on a one to one basis, and helpdesk type support will be available via e-mail and telephone during normal Campus hours.
Students can take each of the tests when they feel they are ready.
The Campus is an official ECDL Test Centre and will provide the facilities to allow students to take the tests at regular intervals during the year. Students will receive an ECDL log book which will be officially stamped by the Testing Centre each time a module is passed. This is a basic course for those with little or no experience of computers. The course aims to demystify the computer by explaining common computing terms and will give an opportunity to gain confidence with using computers. Topics covered include 'what are windows and how to use them' and basic introduction to word processing and spreadsheets.