This beginners' basic computer training includes fundamental operations like turning the computer on and off, using the keyboard and mouse, and navigating the operating system (like Windows or macOS). It also covers basic software, such as using word processing programs (e.g., Microsoft Word), creating spreadsheets (e.g., Microsoft Excel), and basic file management like saving and organizing files. Internet and email skills, including searching, browsing, and online safety, are also standard components. 

• Core IT fundamentals: You gain a basic understanding of how computers and networks operate, principles of data management, and the basics of cybersecurity.
• Software and applications: You develop familiarity with common software applications.
• Academic skills: You learn how to perform at a university level, including completing assignments, studying independently, and working in teams.
• Transferable skills: The program emphasizes soft skills like analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication, which are valuable in many IT roles.
• University-level skills: You learn to adapt to university life, with its specific teaching and assessment styles, often serving as a pathway to a degree.