50-408-722Computer Basics for Bricklayers
Course Information
Description
This course will instruct the learner in basic computer use. Emphasis will be paced on using the computer to access information, produce expense reports, create a document, and organize files and folders.
Total Credits
0.5
Course Competencies
  1. Use a computer to access information
    Assessment Strategies
    provided a desk top or lap top computer with access to the "www"
    Criteria
    the apprentice attaches files to an e-mail
    the apprentice opens and files attachments where the apprentice wants them stored
    the apprentice logs onto the world wide web (www)
    the apprentice performs a simple search on the www to locate a specific item of information
    the apprentice sends documents to a printer
    the apprentice manipulates MS Explorer to manage files and printers
    e-mail is addressed to the person or persons for whom it is intended
    e-mail is clear, concise and without spelling errors
    e-mail communicates in a professional manner that reflects highly upon the apprentice and the apprentice employer

  2. Produce expense reports
    Assessment Strategies
    provided a computer
    completing company expense reports for a simulated business
    Criteria
    the apprentice can access an expense account program
    the apprentice sends a copy of the completed form with receipts to accounts payable or applicable location
    all required receipts for expenses are included and accurate
    the apprentice keeps a copy of the completed form with receipts in their personal file
    electronic expense report form entries are complete
    expense report form is electronically sent to correct address for payment

  3. Create a document
    Assessment Strategies
    given a computer with word processing and spreadsheet software
    Criteria
    the apprentice contrasts linking versus embedding an object.
    the apprentice can copy and paste calculations from Calculator into Word Pad or Word
    the apprentice retrieves the saved file as directed.
    the apprentice saves the document upon completion.
    the document contains no spelling, grammar, typing, or punctuation errors.
    the document displays three different fonts as specified.
    the document uses different font sizes for headers, sub-headers, and normal text.
    the document displays some text in bold, underline,and italics.

  4. Organize computer files and folders
    Assessment Strategies
    using Windows Explorer or My Computer.
    Criteria
    the apprentice creates new folders.
    the apprentice moves specified files into a new folder.
    the apprentice moves a folder into a specified directory.
    the apprentice deletes a folder as directed.
    the apprentice deletes specified files.
    the apprentice restores all deleted files.
    the apprentice renames a file as directed.
    the apprentice renames a folder as directed.
    the apprentice finds a specified file.
    the apprentice creates shortcuts to two specified files on the desktop.

  5. Use a spreadsheet software program to create a materials takeoff list
    Assessment Strategies
    provided a computer
    by creating a spreadsheet to manage materials takeoff
    Criteria
    the spreadsheet shows all materials
    the spreadsheet uses imbedded functions for calculations
    the spreadsheet makes correct calculations
    the spreadsheet has all rows and columns neatly labeled