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IIE Learn Module Outline INPCf110/d/p
Introduction to Personal Computing

INPCf110/d/p
INPCf018/ INPCf020
MODULE OUTLINE 2024
(First Edition: 2017)
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Table of Contents
Introduction.................................................................................................................................. 3
Using this Module Outline ........................................................................................................... 4
This Module on Learn................................................................................................................... 5
Icons Used in this Document and on Learn ................................................................................. 6
Module Resources........................................................................................................................ 7
Module Purpose ........................................................................................................................... 8
Module Outcomes........................................................................................................................ 8
Assessments ................................................................................................................................. 9
Module Pacer ............................................................................................................................. 10

Introduction
Dear Student,
The knowledge from this module will guide you to a place of productivity in your work and
personal environment.
Learning to use automation in the form of computing and computing packages is more
important than ever in today's computer-oriented society. Developing your understanding of
the different applications of automation, for example computing applications, is an excellent
way to improve your ability to use computing as a powerful tool in your day-to-day activities,
including interaction with the working world as well as many private capacities in which
computers are used.
Just think about it, once you improve your ability to automate tasks to a large extent, you do
not have to focus so much on how to perform the task, but rather what task to perform in
order to achieve your objective, or even time-management as computing tools will enable you
to be more productive, elevating you to a place of simply concentrating on the task at hand.
Wishing you all the best in your module for this academic cycle — good luck.

Using this Module Outline

This module outline has been developed to support your learning.
Please note that the content of this module is on Learn as well as in the prescribed material.
You will not succeed in this module if you focus on this document alone.
• This document does not reflect all the content on Learn, the links to different resources,
nor the specific instructions for the group and individual activities.
• Your lecturer will decide when activities are available/open for submission and when
these submissions or contributions are due. Ensure that you take note of
announcements made during lectures and/or posted within Learn in this regard.

This Module on Learn

Learn is an online space, designed to support and maximise your learning in an active manner.
Its main purpose is to guide and pace you through the module. In addition to the information
provided in this document, you will find the following when you access Learn:
• A list of prescribed material;

• A variety of additional online resources (articles, videos, audio, interactive graphics, etc.)
in each learning unit that will further help to explain theoretical concepts;
• Critical questions to guide you through the module’s objectives;
• Collaborative and individual activities (all of which are gradable) with time-on-task
estimates to assist you in managing your time around these.
Kindly note:
• Unless you are completing this as a distance module, Learn does not replace your
contact time with your lecturers and/or tutors.
• INPCf110 is a Learn module, and as such, you are required to engage extensively with
the content on the Learn platform. Effective use of this tool will provide you with
opportunities to discuss, debate, and consolidate your understanding of the content
presented in this module.
• You are expected to work through the learning units on Learn in your own time –
especially before class.
Any contact sessions will therefore be used to raise and address any questions or
interesting points with your lecturer, and not to cover every aspect of this module.
• Your lecturer will communicate submission dates for specific activities in class and/or
on Learn.

Icons Used in this Document and on Learn

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A list of what you should be able to do after working through the learning
unit.
Specific references to sections in the prescribed work.
Questions to help you recognise or think about theoretical concepts to be

covered.
Sections where you get to grapple with the content/ theory. This is mainly
presented in the form of questions which focus your attention and are
aimed at helping you to understand the content better. You will be
presented with online resources to work through (in addition to the
textbook or manual references) and find some of the answers to the
questions posed.
Opportunities to make connections between different chunks of theory in

the module or to real life.
Real life or world of work information or examples of application of

theory, using online resources for self-exploration.
REMEMBER:
You need to log onto Learn to:

• Access online resources such as articles, interactive graphics, explanations, video
clips, etc. which will assist you in mastering the content; and
• View instructions and submit or post your contributions to individual or group
activities which are managed and tracked on Learn.

Module Resources
Prescribed Material This module uses a “Masterskill” Module manual.
(PM) for this
Module Introduction to Office Applications, Masterskills Office 2016
Recommended Please note that a number of additional resources and links to
Readings, Digital, resources are provided throughout this module on the Learn
and Web Resources platform. You are encouraged to engage with these as they will
assist you in mastering the various objectives of this module.
They may also be useful resources for completing any assignments.
You will not, however, be assessed under examination conditions on
any additional or recommended reading material.
• Office 2016: https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/topics/office2016/

Accessed on the 26/01/2024 [online]
• Excel 2016 Essential Training:

https://www.linkedin.com/learning/excel-2016-essential-
training/welcome?u=57119457
• Word 2016 Essential Training:

https://www.linkedin.com/learning/word-2016-essential-
• PowerPoint 2016 Essential Training:

https://www.linkedin.com/learning/powerpoint-2016-
essential-training/welcome?u=57119457
• Outlook 2016 Essential Training:

https://www.linkedin.com/learning/outlook-2016-essential-
Software required Office 2016
Assessments Find more information on this module’s assessments in this
document and on the Student Portal.

Module Purpose
The purpose of this module is to provide students with a basic knowledge of personal
computers and how they operate. The purpose of this module is also to provide students
with a basic knowledge of how to use the various features of different kinds of application
software in any given situation.
Module Outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge of the types, uses, components and operational
MO1 procedures associated with the internal workings and use of personal
computers.
MO2 Demonstrate the use of basic Windows functions.
Demonstrate the use of various application software features to create, view
MO3 and modify a professional document, formula driven spreadsheet and
presentation created for a specific audience.
Demonstrate proficiency in using the various features of an e-mail application
MO4
to perform a variety of operations on an e-mail message.
Demonstrate proficiency in using the features of a web browser to locate, print
MO5
and bookmark the information required in a given situation.

Assessments
Integrated Curriculum Engagement (ICE)
Minimum number of ICE activities to complete 4
Weighting towards the final module mark 10%
Assignments/ Projects Summative Project

Weighting 90%
Duration 2 hours
Learning Units covered ALL
Resources required MS Office 2016
Assessment Preparation Guidelines

Format of the Assessment (The Preparation Hints
Focus/ Approach/ Objectives) (How to Prepare, Resources to
Use, etc.)
Project You will be doing an online You can use any of the
assessment at the end of the supplementary resources available
term. as well as the packages you have
access to in the class.
ICE tasks All ICE tasks to be completed You can use any of the
online. supplementary resources available
as well as the packages you have
access to in the class.

Module Pacer
Code Programme Contact Sessions Credits
INPCf110 BAC1, BACC1, BEF1, BEI1, DCGD1, 24 5
DCMM1, DINM1, DISD1, DITM1,
DPR1, DSDM1, LAW1
INPCf110p DPR1p, HLS1p 24
INPCf110d DCM1d, DIM1d, DPR1d 24 + 12 Learn
INPCf110w HSC1w 12
INPCf018 SIPC 18
INPCf020 SPCO 12
Learning Unit 1 Using computers and Operating systems including Web Browsers
Overview:
Having Introduction to Personal Computing as one of the modules in your qualification

should prove to be quite significant. In this learning unit we identify the basic components
of a personal computer, explore the purpose and functioning of an Operating System and
learn more about the Internet – how to navigate it, what online security entails and the value
of the Internet to find information and to communicate with others.
Please work through Themes 1 and 2 on Learn, together with the relevant sections of your
prescribed source/s.
To ensure that you are working towards mastering the objectives for this learning unit.

Learning Unit 1: Theme Breakdown

Sessions: Theme 1: Basic Computer and Information Skills PM
INPCf110 LO1: Identify the basic elements of a personal computer. Lesson 1-3 of
1-2 LO2: Identify input, output, and storage devices. the
Related LO3: Examine personal computer functionality. prescribed
Outcomes: LO4: Use common tools and programs. textbook.
MO001 LO5: Manage folders and files.
MO002 Theme 2: Introduction to Internet Communications Lesson 4 of
MO005 LO6: Browse and manage websites. the
LO7: Acquire information from the web. prescribed
textbook.

Learning Unit 2 Word Processing
Overview:
In this learning unit we discover and learn more about how to use a word processor starting
with the basics. You will be expected to edit and format a word document as well as to insert
a table with at least five rows, more than two columns and a header row.
Please work through Theme 1 on Learn, together with the relevant sections of your

Learning Unit 2:
Sessions: Theme 1: The Word Processing Interface: Microsoft Word Notes
INPCf110 LO1: Identify the components of the word interface. Lesson 5-
2-6 LO2: Display a document in different views. and 9 in
Related LO3: Edit text and spell check. the
Outcomes: LO4: Modify the appearance of text (formatting). prescribe
MO001 LO5: Insert a simple table with at least five rows, two columns d
MO002 and a header row. textbook
MO003 LO6: Insert a graphic or picture into the text.

Learning Unit 3 Spreadsheets
Overview:
In this learning unit, you will learn how spreadsheets are used.
You will be shown how to format and edit spreadsheets as well as to manipulate data in a
spreadsheet. This may possibly be the most difficult learning unit that you need to cover,
but the benefits of being able to use a spreadsheet are countless.

Learning Unit 3
Sessions: Theme 1: Introduction to Spreadsheets PM
INPCf110 LO1: Identify the elements of a spreadsheet. Lesson 11- and 13 in
7-14 LO2: Modify worksheets. the prescribed
Related textbook
Outcomes: Theme 2: Working with Formulas and Functions Lesson 11-13 in the
MO001 LO3: Create formulae. prescribed textbook
MO002 LO4: Insert formulae or functions.
MO003 LO5: Reapply a formula.
LO6: Modify the appearance of a worksheet.

Learning Unit 4 Presentations
Overview:
In this learning unit, you will develop your basic skills in using presentation software and
explore ways in which you can enhance the quality of your presentations and make them fit
for purpose.

Learning Unit 4: Introduction to MS PowerPoint

Sessions: Theme 1: Introduction to PowerPoint PM
INPCf110 LO1: Identify the elements of the user Lesson 14-17 in the
15-20 interface. prescribed textbook
Related
Outcomes: Theme 2: Creating a Slide Show Lesson 14-18 in the
MO001 LO2: Create a presentation. prescribed textbook
MO002 LO3: Add slides to a presentation.
LO4: Format text on slides.
LO5: Work with tables.
LO6: Add graphical objects to a
presentation.

Learning Unit 5 E-mail applications
Overview:
In this learning unit you will discover how you can utilise e-mail to communicate with
colleagues. You will discover how to send an e-mail and the correct way to compose an e-
mail.
Please work through Themes 1 on Learn, together with the relevant sections of your

Learning Unit 5: Theme Breakdown

Sessions: Theme 1: E-mail in Business PM
INPCf110 LO1: Identify the components of the e- Lesson 18-20 in the
21-24 mail interface. prescribed textbook
Related LO2: Attach files to mail.
Outcomes: LO3: Format messages.
MO001 LO4: Interact via electronic mail.
MO002
MO004

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Introduction to Personal Computing

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Using this Module Outline

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This Module on Learn

• A list of prescribed material;

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Icons Used in this Document and on Learn

Specific references to sections in the prescribed work.

Questions to help you recognise or think about theoretical concepts to be

Opportunities to make connections between different chunks of theory in

Real life or world of work information or examples of application of

You need to log onto Learn to:

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• Office 2016: https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/topics/office2016/

• Excel 2016 Essential Training:

• Word 2016 Essential Training:

• PowerPoint 2016 Essential Training:

• Outlook 2016 Essential Training:

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Assignments/ Projects Summative Project

Assessment Preparation Guidelines

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Having Introduction to Personal Computing as one of the modules in your qualification

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Learning Unit 1: Theme Breakdown

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Learning Unit 2 Word Processing

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Learning Unit 3 Spreadsheets

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Learning Unit 4 Presentations

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Learning Unit 4: Introduction to MS PowerPoint

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Learning Unit 5 E-mail applications

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Learning Unit 5: Theme Breakdown

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