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Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 15 hours
  • Course by The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Offered by

About

In this course, you will learn the following essential computer skills for the digital age: Major hardware components of a computer system Different types of software on a computer system Photo Editing using GIMP Word processing applications, including MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint

Modules

Welcoming Message from Course Instructor

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Course Introduction

Week 1 Introduction

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Week 1 Introduction

Computer Hardware

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Computer Hardware

1 Videos

  • Computer Hardware

1 Readings

  • Computer Hardware

Week 2 Introduction

    • 1 Videos
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  • Week 2 Introduction

Computer software

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Computer Software

1 Videos

  • Computer Software

1 Readings

  • Computer Software

Week 3 Introduction

    • 1 Videos
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  • Week 3 Introduction

Application Software

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Summary

1 Readings

  • Application Software

Microsoft Office Online

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Microsoft Office Online

1 Readings

  • About Office

Microsoft PowerPoint

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Homework

1 Videos

  • Microsoft PowerPoint

2 Readings

  • Creating a Presentation
  • Basic Skills

Week 4 Introduction

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Week 4 Introduction

Microsoft Word

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Summary

1 Videos

  • Microsoft Word

2 Readings

  • Creating a Document
  • Basic Skills

Survey and Forms

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • A Survey for Your Classmates

1 Videos

  • Survey and Forms

1 Readings

  • Creating a Survey

Week 5 Introduction

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Week 5 Introduction

Microsoft Excel

    • 2 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Summary

2 Videos

  • Understanding the Survey Results
  • Microsoft Excel Basic Skills

3 Readings

  • Creating an Excel book
  • Understanding the Survey Results
  • Basic Skills

Excel Charts

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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  • Homework

1 Videos

  • Excel Charts

1 Readings

  • Charts

Week 6 Introduction

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Week 6 Introduction

Introduction to Computer Graphics

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Summary

1 Videos

  • Computer Graphics

1 Readings

  • Computer Graphics

Online Photo Editors

    • 2 Readings
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2 Readings

  • Canva Photo Editor
  • BeFunky Photo Editor

GIMP: the GNU Image Manipulation Program

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Assignment

  • Summary

1 Videos

  • GIMP Basic Skills

2 Readings

  • Introduction and Installation
  • Interface and General Operation

GIMP Layers

    • 1 Videos
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  • Homework

1 Videos

  • GIMP Layers

1 Readings

  • Layers

Final Exam

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  • Final Exam

Capstone Project

    • 1 PeerReview
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  • Capstone Project Assessment

Auto Summary

Discover the essential computer skills you need for the digital age with "Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software." This foundational course, offered by Coursera, is designed to enhance your personal development by providing in-depth knowledge of major hardware components and various software types within a computer system. You'll gain hands-on experience with photo editing using GIMP, and master key word processing applications such as MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint. The course spans a comprehensive 900 minutes, allowing for thorough exploration of each topic. Flexible subscription options, including Starter and Professional plans, make it accessible to everyone, whether you're just beginning your journey or looking to upgrade your skills. Ideal for beginners and those looking to solidify their foundational computer knowledge, this course sets you on the path to greater digital proficiency. Join now and unlock the full potential of your computer skills!

Kenneth W T Leung
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Kenneth W T Leung