Microsoft® Windows Vista™: Level 1
Course Specifications
Course length: 1 day.
Course Description
This course is the first in a series of three Microsoft® Windows Vista™
courses. This course will provide you with the basic skills you need to
get started with personal computers and work with the various features,
tools, and options available in Windows Vista. In this course, you will
familiarize yourself with the basics of personal computers, customize
Windows Vista, and manage file and folders. You will also work with simple
tools and browse the Internet.
Course Objective: You will use a personal computer loaded
with Microsoft Windows Vista to help you acquire the latest skills in
computers.
Target Student: This course is designed for any knowledge
worker, business professional, or private individual who needs to use
entry-level Windows Vista computer skills in a business or personal environment.
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Delivery Method: Instructor led, group-paced, classroom-delivery
learning model with structured hands-on activities.
Performance-Based Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- identify the basic components and capabilities of personal computers.
- explore Windows Vista.
- customize the Windows Vista desktop.
- use common tools and programs available in Windows Vista.
- manage folders and files.
- browse the Internet using Internet Explorer 7.0.
Course Content
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Personal Computers
Topic 1A: Personal Computer Basics
Topic 1B: Personal Computer Hardware
Topic 1C: Personal Computer Functionality
Lesson 2: Exploring Windows Vista
Topic 2A: Log On to Windows Vista
Topic 2B: Explore the Desktop
Topic 2C: Manipulate Open Windows
Topic 2D: Use Help And Support
Topic 2E: Turn Off the Personal Computer
Lesson 3: Customizing the Windows Vista Desktop
Topic 3A: Customize the Start Menu
Topic 3B: Customize the Taskbar
Topic 3C: Personalize the Desktop
Topic 3D: Set a Screen Saver
Topic 3E: Configure the Sidebar
Lesson 4: Using Common Tools and Programs in Vista
Topic 4A: Create a Document in WordPad
Topic 4B: Format a Document in WordPad
Topic 4C: Work with the Calculator
Topic 4D: Customize a Graphic with the Paint Tool
Lesson 5: Managing Folders and Files
Topic 5A: Navigate Folders with Windows Explorer
Topic 5B: Work with Folders and Files
Topic 5C: Organize Files and Folders
Topic 5D: Search for Folders and Files
Topic 5E: Use the Advanced Search Options
Topic 5F: Burn Data on Storage Media
Lesson 6: Browsing the Internet
Topic 6A: Become Familiar with the Internet
Topic 6B: Browse Websites with Internet Explorer 7.0
Topic 6C: Download and Install a Gadget
Appendix A: Windows Vista Keyboard Shortcuts
Microsoft® Windows Vista™: Level 2
Course length: 1 day
Course Description
This course is the second and last in the series of Microsoft® Windows
Vista™ courses. This course will provide you with skills that will help
you manage some of the advanced tasks available in Windows Vista. In this
course, you will familiarize yourself with advanced customization techniques
and work with applications and programs in Windows Vista. In addition
to this, you will also work with Internet Explorer 7.0, manage network
communications and data, and enhance system performance.
Course Objective: You will work with Microsoft® Windows
Vista™ to perform advanced tasks.
Target Student: This course is designed for any knowledgeable
worker or business professional with entry-level Windows Vista skills
who needs to use more advanced Windows Vista networking, customization,
and file-management features in the business environment.
Prerequisites: To ensure your success, we recommend you
first take the following course or have equivalent knowledge: Microsoft®
Windows Vista™: Level 1.
Delivery Method: Instructor led, group-paced, classroom-delivery
learning model with structured hands-on activities.
Performance-Based Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- customize the Windows Vista environment.
- work with Windows Vista applications.
- work with Internet Explorer 7.0.
- manage network communication and sharing.
- back up and restore files and folders.
- enhance system performance using technologies available in Windows Vista.
Course Content
Lesson 1: Customizing the Windows Vista Environment
Topic 1A: Apply a Theme or Color Scheme
Topic 1B: Implement Windows Aero™
Topic 1C: Modify the Display Settings
Topic 1D: Modify Device Settings
Lesson 2: Working with Windows Vista Applications
Topic 2A: Manage Contact Information Using Windows Contacts
Topic 2B: Manage Appointments and Tasks Using Windows Calendar
Topic 2C: Schedule Applications
Topic 2D: Use the Snipping Tool to Capture Screens
Topic 2E: Manage Pictures Using Windows Photo Gallery
Lesson 3: Working with Internet Explorer 7.0
Topic 3A: Manage Web Pages Using Internet Explorer 7.0
Topic 3B: Manage RSS Feeds
Topic 3C: Search the Web
Topic 3D: Configure the Basic Internet Explorer Privacy Settings
Lesson 4: Managing Network Communications and Sharing
Topic 4A: An Overview of Networks
Topic 4B: Access Network Resources
Topic 4C: Share Files and Folders
Topic 4D: Access Offline Files
Topic 4E: Synchronize Data Using Sync Center
Topic 4F: Collaborate Using Windows Meeting Space
Lesson 5: Backing Up and Restoring Data
Topic 5A: Back Up Your Data
Topic 5B: Restore Data
Lesson 6: Enhancing System Performance
Topic 6A: View System Information
Topic 6B: Optimize Power Consumption
Topic 6C: Improve the System Performance with ReadyBoost
Appendix A: Using the Windows Movie Maker
