the learner is able to demonstrate knowledge

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LO1:

The learner is able to demonstrate knowledge of thebasic concepts of information technology

AS1:Describe and explain the basic concepts ofcomputer configuration, hardware, software andinformation technology


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AS 1:We know this when the learner is able to: Create ,manage, and organise folders, subfolders and files Use electronic communication channels and methods

effectively

LO:3

The learner is able to apply end-user computer skillsand knowledge with a high level of accuracy,proficiency, productivity and flexibility.

AS 1:We know this when the learner is able to: Demonstrate competence on the keyboard and in the use of

other input devices Achieve a basic level of accuracy within a set time limit Demonstrate the ability to use the recommended end-user

computer application.


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AS1:We know this when the learner is able to:

Identify competencies and skills necessary for the correctuse of the end-user computer application.

Interpret instructions and apply knowledge and skillsnecessary for the correct use of the end-user computerapplication to present information in different formats.

Transfer acquired end-user computer application skills tonew situations within given boundaries.

Apply creative thinking to contribute towards problemsolving in the end-user environment.


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The learner will be able to :

Describe all hardware components andtheir uses

Describe all the software and their uses Identify the main components of personal

computer

Identify how the computer works

Create simple presentable document.

Research using an internet.


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ICT means Information and Communication Technology

It is an important enabler of wealth, growth and global competitivenessand can empower people in developing countries to overcomedevelopmental obstacles.

It refers to computer systems and additional electronic systems thathelp to facilitate communication between computers .

It means computer based systems. It is important in education i.e to be able to work with computer

technology.

It can be used in:-assisted education e.g. reading programs

-computer literacy-to write letters,create mark sheet

-intergration education- where the school work is

done on a computer.


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The computer is an electronic machine that helps you solveyour problems and do your work faster.

It consists of equipment called Hardware and programmescalled Software which processes data or information.

Software are instructions that enable the computer toperform a task.

The computer works with information called data, which canbe text in a letter, numbers in a spreadsheet or a pictureor graphic image.


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Electronic device: uses electronicsignals Input - entering data

Operation manipulating data Output sending out/retrieving information


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These are tangible components that you can physically touchand see.


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Adding text and pictures by using the mouseand keyboard.


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.The micro processis the data and it issaved in the temporary memory.


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.The monitor shows what is happening andthe printer will give you a hard copy.


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Three storages of information:

Diskettes

Usb memory

Flash drive


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1.Keyboard

-The keyboard is more than just a typewriter. It contains allthe keys required typing letters,numbers, plus keys forentering commands and moving around on the screen.

-It is divided into several main areas: function key

combination keyalphanumeric keypad

navigation arrows

numeric keypad

editing and navigation

keys-The alphanumeric keypad is the most important part of any

keyboard.

-It contains the Alphabets and other punctuation marks usedin common documents.


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Function keys

Editing and navigation keys

Combination keys

Alphanumeric keypad Navigation arrows

Numeric arrows

Numeric keypad


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2. The mouse

-It works with a ball underneath that moves around anddirects the pointer.


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Point

Click-Select something or place your cursor.

Double click-Open an icon

Click and drag- Move something from one point to

another. Right click-Get a shortcut menu to choose from

Other input devices are microphone

--scanners

--touch screens

--joysticks

--barcode reader

--digital cameras

--memory stick


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The CPU is a tiny electronic chip within the system unit.

It is installed on the main circuit board on the computercalled the motherboard.

The CPU is often called the microprocessor or processor.

The CPU is where information is processed within thecomputer.

It is usually called the Brain of the computer because itis a processing device, without it the computer is dead.


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The monitor /screen /VDU (Visual Display Unit) Speakers

-A speaker is the audio output device for the computer.

-These speakers can produce stereo quality sound if thecomputer has a sound card installed.

Printers

-After a document is created on the computer, you can send itto the printer for a printout, or a hard copy.

-Printers take data from its electronic form and print it ontopaper.

-Types of printers :Dot Matrix printers

Ink Jet

Laser printers


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A tower system


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Computers memory is like a memory of a person, it canonly hold a specific amount of information.

The microprocessor keeps this temporary memory

Data on a computer is stored in basic storage units calledbits(binary digits).

These bits combine to form bytes.

When 8 bits are grouped, a byte is formed.

Intel CPU (microprocessor)

Pentium IV or Newer and faster units

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