The Internet and Computing Core Certification programme (IC3) is a global, validated,
standards-based training and certification program for basic computing and Internet
literacy. It provides specific guidelines for the knowledge and skills required
for basic use of computer hardware, software, networks and the Internet.
IC3 is designed to validate an individual’s basic computer skills and Internet knowledge
to promote success in school, work, and life. The IC3 program enjoys worldwide recognition
as the global standard for digital literacy.
The IC3 courseware is made up of 10 modules:
- Computing Hardware
- Using an Operating System
- Computer Software
- Common Program Functions
- Word Processing Functions
- Spreadsheet Skills
- Networks & the Internet
- Electronic Mail
- Using the Internet
- Presentations
IC3 is the ideal certification for anyone that wants to demonstrate critical computer
and Internet skills valued in today’s academic and professional environments.
To gain the IC3 certificate, students must sit three external examinations:
- Computing Fundamentals
- Key Applications
- Living Online
For information about the examination, fees and testing centres visit
www.ic3.co.nz
IC3 courseware is created by the company Certiport www.certiport.com
In New Zealand, Certiport approved courseware is distributed by ComputerPress www.computerpress.co.nz
Module 1: Computer Hardware
At the end of this module students will be able to identify different types of computers;
how computers work (process information) and how individual computers fit into larger
systems, identify the function of computer hardware components and common problems
associated with individual components, identify issues relating to computer performance
and how it is affected by different components of the computer and identify the
factors that go into a decision on how to purchase a computer or select a computer
for work, school or home.
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Module 2: Computer Software
At the end of this module students will be able to identify how software works and
how software and hardware work together to perform computing tasks as well as identify
different types of software, the tasks for which each type of software is most suited,
and the popular programs in each software category.
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Module 3: Using an Operating System
At the end of this module students will be able to identify what an operating system
is and how it works, will be able to manipulate and control the Windows desktop,
files and disks and be able to change system settings and install software.
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Module 4: Common Program Functions
At the end of this module students will be able to start and exit a Windows application
and utilise sources of online help, identify common on-screen elements of Windows
applications, change application settings, and manage files within an application,
perform common editing (cut, copy, paste, spell check, etc.) and formatting (fonts,
margins, tabs, etc.) functions and perform common printing functions.
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Module 5: Word Processing Functions
Module 6: Spreadsheet Skills
At the end of this module students will be able to modify worksheet data and structure,
be able to sort data and manipulate data using formulas and functions, be able to
format a worksheet and be able to add pictures and charts to a worksheet.
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Module 7: Networks & the Internet
At the end of this module students will be able to identify network fundamentals
and the benefits and risks of network computing, identify the relationship between
computer networks, other communications networks (like the telephone network) and
the Internet.
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Module 8: Electronic Mail
At the end of this module students will be able to identify how electronic mail
works, identify how to use an electronic mail application and identify the appropriate
use of e-mail and e-mail related "etiquette".
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Module 9: Using the Internet
At the end of this module students will be able to identify different types of information
sources on the Internet, be able to use a Web browsing application and be able to
search the Internet for information.
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Module 10: Presentations
At the end of this module students will be able to understand PowerPoint and slide
design; create presentations manually, understand templates and slide masters, apply
colour schemes and create PowerPoint tables, understand charts, add clip art and
word art to slides, import from Word and Excel, explore notes and handouts, preview
and print presentations in print preview, apply slide transitions and use on-screen
navigation tools.
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