Microsoft Windows Training

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to perform basic work-related tasks on a PC running the Windows 8.1 operating system:

• Get to know PCs and the Windows 8.1 user interface.
• Use Windows Store apps and navigation features.
• Work with Desktop applications.
• Use Internet Explorer 11.
• Customize the Windows 8.1 environment.
• Use Windows 8.1 security features.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Getting to Know PCs and the Windows 8.1 User Interface

Topic A: Identify Components of a Personal Computer
Topic B: Sign In to Windows 8.1
Topic C: Navigate the Start Screen

Lesson 2: Using Windows Store Apps and Navigation Features

Topic A: Access and Identify the Charms
Topic B: Windows Store Apps and Common Navigation Features
Topic C: Multitask with Apps

Lesson 3: Working with Desktop Applications

Topic A: Navigate the Desktop
Topic B: Manage Files and Folders with File Explorer
Topic C: Elements of a Desktop Window
Topic D: Create and Modify Files with Desktop Applications

Lesson 4: Using Internet Explorer 11

Topic A: Navigate Internet Explorer 11
Topic B: Browse the Web
Topic C: Use Internet Explorer 11 on the Desktop

Lesson 5: Customizing the Windows 8.1 Environment

Topic A: Customize the Start Screen
Topic B: Customize the Desktop

Lesson 6: Using Windows 8.1 Security Features

Topic A: Set Privacy Levels and Passwords
Topic B: Use Windows Defender
Topic C: Store and Share Files with SkyDrive

Appendix A: Other Windows 8.1 Features

Appendix B: Help+Tips App

Appendix C: Windows 8.1 Navigation Summary

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, students with a prior knowledge of Windows 7 will be able to perform common tasks within the Windows 8.1 environment:

• Navigate the Windows 8.1 environment.
• Work with common features.
• Customize the Windows 8.1 environment.
• Use Internet Explorer 11 in the new user interface.
• Use Windows 8.1 security features.
• Use other Windows 8.1 features.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Navigating the Windows 8.1 Environment

Topic A: Log In to Windows 8.1
Topic B: Navigate the Start Screen
Topic C: Navigate the Desktop

Lesson 2: Working with Common Features

Topic A: Use Apps
Topic B: Use the Charms
Topic C: Use Microsoft Office Applications
Topic D: Use File Explorer
Topic E: Use the Control Panel and the Task Manager

Lesson 3: Customizing the Windows 8.1 Environment

Topic A: Work with Dual Monitors
Topic B: Customize the Start Screen
Topic C: Customize the Desktop
Topic D: Configure PC Settings

Lesson 4: Using Internet Explorer 11

Topic A: Navigate the Internet Explorer 11 New User Interface
Topic B: Browse the Web in the Internet Explorer 11 New User Interface

Lesson 5: Using Windows 8.1 Security Features

Topic A: Use Windows Defender
Topic B: Set New Password Types

Lesson 6: Using Other Windows 8.1 Features

Topic A: Use File History
Topic B: Use the Improved Copy and Paste Functionality
Topic C: Create and Use Storage Spaces
Topic D: Create and Use a Microsoft Account
Topic E: Refresh or Reset Your PC

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Customize the Windows 7 environment.
• Configure user accounts.
• Work with applications in Windows 7.
• Work with devices.
• Manage networks.
• Secure your system data.
• Enhance system performance.
• Work with Internet Explorer 8.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Customizing the Windows 7 Environment

Topic 1A: Apply Aero Features
Topic 1B: Modify Display Settings

Lesson 2: Configuring User Accounts

Topic 2A: Create a User Account
Topic 2B: Manage User Accounts

Lesson 3: Working with Applications in Windows 7

Topic 3A: Schedule Tasks
Topic 3B: Work with Media Files
Topic 3C: Explore Games
Topic 3D: Manage Programs

Lesson 4: Working with Devices

Topic 4A: Modify Device Settings
Topic 4B: Configure Removable Devices

Lesson 5: Managing Networks

Topic 5A: An Overview of Networks
Topic 5B: Share Files and Folders
Topic 5C: Manage Offline Files

Lesson 6: Securing System Data

Topic 6A: Back Up Data
Topic 6B: Restore Data
Topic 6C: Apply Security Settings

Lesson 7: Enhancing System Performance

Topic 7A: Improve Processing Speed
Topic 7B: Optimize Power Consumption
Topic 7C: Configure Windows Update Settings
Topic 7D: Troubleshoot Problems

Lesson 8: Working with Internet Explorer 8

Topic 8A: Manage Favorites
Topic 8B: Manage History Files
Topic 8C: Configure Pop-Up Settings
Topic 8D: Configure Internet Security and Privacy Settings

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Log on to Windows 7, explore its interface, and identify the different components present in the interface.
• Customize the Windows 7 desktop.
• Manage files and folders.
• Use the common tools and programs available in Windows 7.
• Browse the Internet.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Exploring Windows 7

Topic 1A: Identify Personal Computer Functionality
Topic 1B: Log On to Windows 7
Topic 1C: Explore the Desktop
Topic 1D: Work with Windows
Topic 1E: Access the Help and Support Feature
Topic 1F: Turn Off the Personal Computer

Lesson 2: Customizing the Windows 7 Desktop

Topic 2A: Customize the Start Menu
Topic 2B: Customize the Taskbar
Topic 2C: Personalize the Desktop
Topic 2D: Add Gadgets to the Deskto

Lesson 3: Managing Folders and Files

Topic 3A: Navigate to Folders Using Windows Explorer
Topic 3B: Work with Folders and Files
Topic 3C: Secure Folders and Files
Topic 3D: Organize Folders and Files
Topic 3E: Search for Folders and Files

Lesson 4: Using Common Tools and Programs in Windows 7

Topic 4A: Create a Document in WordPad
Topic 4B: Work with the Calculator
Topic 4C: Capture Screens Using the Snipping Tool
Topic 4D: Customize a Graphic with the Paint Tool

Lesson 5: Browsing the Internet

Topic 5A: Get Familiar with the Internet
Topic 5B: Browse Websites Using Internet Explorer 8
Topic 5C: Download and Install a Gadget

Appendix A: Windows 7 Keyboard ShortcutsAppendix B: Personal Computer Basics