Penang & Kuala Lumpur

Digital foundation

Essential Computer Literacy

Build practical confidence with computers, files, office applications, online services, communication and digital safety.

Published feeRM1,200
Duration3 days
Essential Computer Literacy training course
Published feeRM1,200
Duration3 days
DeliveryInstructor-led · Demonstration · Practical
FundingHRD Corp claimable

Course objectives

What this course is designed to achieve

Participants develop a practical understanding of computer hardware, software and everyday operation, then apply that foundation to files, office tools, online communication and safe internet use.

The course also introduces multimedia, social media, basic troubleshooting, software updates, backup strategies and sources of online support.

Course fit and results

Who should attend and what they will learn

Suitable participants

Who should attend

  • Students
  • Beginners
  • Senior learners
  • Educators
  • Working adults

Learning outcomes

After completing the course

  • Understand basic hardware, software and operation
  • Navigate the desktop and manage files
  • Use word processing, spreadsheets and web browsers
  • Recognise and reduce online risks
  • Work with common multimedia
  • Participate more safely in online communities
  • Perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance

Detailed syllabus

Course outline

The learning areas below are carried over from ITPA’s existing course information and organised for easier review.

Section 1

Complete course outline

  • Introduction to computers
  • Operating systems
  • Internet basics
  • Email and communication
  • Word processing
  • Spreadsheets
  • Online safety
  • Multimedia
  • Social media and online communities
  • Troubleshooting and maintenance
  • Online services and applications
  • Conclusion and review

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