The ICDL Certification

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The ICDL Certification

The ICDL process is based upon a standard worldwide Syllabus which is developed and maintained by the ECDL Foundation. This ensures consistent ICDL program quality in every country of operation.

The ICDL Syllabus has been reviewed and endorsed as a computer literacy standard by numerous international educational institutions and computing societies. Because the Syllabus is updated periodically, the official version of the ICDL Syllabus is published in the Syllabus section of the ECDL Foundation Website, which can be found at: http://www.ecdl.com.

The ICDL certification allows everyone to document their acquired knowledge and skills through a series of performance-based tests.

INSTRUCTORS: Download your exercise files using the links below.

Module 2 Module 3 Module 4 Module 5 Module 6 Module 7

THE SEVEN TEST MODULES THAT LEAD TO DOCUMENTED COMPUTER SKILLS ARE:

MODULE 1 - FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT)

When you complete this module, you'll know about the basic physical make-up of a personal computer and understand some of the fundamental concepts of IT, such as:


	Data storage and memory.
	How computer-based software applications are used in home computing and on the job.
	What computer information networks are and how they're used.

	You'll also learn:

	How IT systems are found in everyday situations.
	How personal computers can affect your health.
	Some of the security and legal issues associated with computers.

MODULE 2 - USING THE COMPUTER AND MANAGING FILES

When you complete this module, you'll be able to demonstrate knowledge and competence in using the essential functions of a personal computer and its operating system, including:


	Operating effectively within the desktop environment.
	Managing and organizing files and directories/folders.
	Copying, moving, and deleting files and directories/folders.
	Working with desktop icons and manipulating windows.
	Using the search features, simple editing tools, and print management facilities available within an operating system.

MODULE 3 - WORD PROCESSING

When you complete this module, you'll be able to use a word processing application on a personal computer. You'll be able to:


	Carry out operations associated with creating, formatting, and finishing a word processing document ready for distribution.
	Create standard tables.
	Use pictures and images within a document.
	Import objects.
	Use mail merge tools.

MODULE 4 - SPREADSHEETS

When you complete this module, you'll understand the fundamental concepts of spreadsheets and be able to use a spreadsheet application on a personal computer, including:


	Developing, formatting, and using a spreadsheet.
	Using basic formulas and functions to accomplish standard mathematical and logical operations.
	Importing objects.
	Creating graphs and charts.

MODULE 5 - DATABASES

When you complete this module, you'll understand the principal concepts of databases and be able to use a database application on a personal computer. You'll be able to:


	Design and plan a simple database using a standard database package.
	Retrieve information from an existing database by using the query, select, and sort tools available in the database.
	Create and modify reports.

MODULE 6 - PRESENTATIONS

When you complete this module, you'll be able to use presentation tools on a personal computer, including:


	Creating, formatting, and preparing a variety of presentations for different target audiences or situations.
	Using graphics, charts, and various slide show effects.

MODULE 7 - INTERNET AND EMAIL

When you complete this module, you'll be able to:


	Accomplish Web search tasks using a Web browser application and available search engine tools.
	Bookmark search results.
	Print Web pages and search reports.

You'll also be able to use electronic mail software to:

	Send and receive messages.
	Attach documents or files to a message.
	Organize and manage message folders or directories within electronic mail software.