Graphics, Spreadsheets & Database the Basics

Course details

This course will provide the learner with essential knowledge and skills to use the computer in a working environment and provides practical experience in the use of common generic applications such as, Database, Spreadsheets and Computer graphics.

Successful completion will lead to a FETAC Level 4 Award in Computer Applications.

Learners who successfully complete this module will:

• Develop the skills to create and query a database
• Develop the skills to enter and manipulate data from a spreadsheet package
• Develop the skills to produce and manipulate images using a drawing package

Entry Requirements: Some basic computer or keyboard experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be given on each application.

Course Content

Introduction to Databases

• Create and save a database
• Enter Data
• Query a database
• Modify a database
• Edit records in a table
• Print database information

Introduction to Spreadsheets

• Open a spreadsheet application
• Enter text/numeric data
• Format cells
• Edit/modify spreadsheets
• Sort spreadsheets

Introduction to Graphics

• Open a graphics application
• Produce basic geometric shapes
• Freehand drawing
• Enter, edit and enhance text
• Print and save drawings