1. AlphaTech Program
Learning Objectives
Module 1 Computer Basics
Lesson 1 Introduction to Computers
Identify the main parts of a computer
Identify the steps for starting and shutting down a computer.
Identify the different groups of keys on a keyboard.
Perform different tasks by using a mouse.
Lesson 2 Common Computer Terminology
Explain an operating system.
Explain programs and data.
Describe a network and the types of networks.
Explain the terms Internet and Network.
Lesson 3 Computer Performance and Features
Compare the features of different types of computers.
Explain the role of memory.
Lesson 4 Computer Operating Systems
Explain the common functions of an operating system.
Identify the components of the Windows XP interface.
Use the options available in the Start menu of Windows XP.
Work with the Windows XP interface within programs.
Manage files and folders in Windows Explorer.
Perform basic file operations.
Module 2 Internet Basics
Lesson 1 The Internet
Describe the uses of the Internet.
Identify the requirements for an Internet connection.
Identify the features of two types of Internet connections.
Lesson 2 The World Wide Web
Describe the components of the Web.

2. Explain how Web addresses work.
Explore Web sites by using a browser.
Search information using a search engine.
Module 3 Communication methods on the Internet
Lesson 1 Explain how e-mail works.
Create an email account
Write and send e-mail messages.
Manage e-mail messages.
Lesson 2 Explain how instant messaging works.
Write and send instant messages.
Module 4 Introduction to Word Processor
Describe some of its uses
Start and Quit a program
Identify main components of the user interface
Save and open a document
Enter and edit text
Identify and use the formatting features
Edit a ready made letter and learn to use indents
Insert tables and photographs
Use print preview and page setting for printing
Create a greeting to practice features learnt
Module 5 Introduction to Spreadsheet Program
Describe some of its uses
Start and Quit a program
Identify main components of the user interface
Save and open a worksheet
Work with cell, worksheet, workbook
Enter and edit text
Identify and use the formatting features
Enter Currency Unit (Rs), Date
Use functions to perform basic mathematical tasks
Create data series, use auto-fill and enter day-date
Use print preview and page setting for printing
Create a Grade card to practice features learnt

3. Module 6 Introduction to Presentation Programs
Describe some of its uses
Start and Quit a program
Identify main components of the user interface
Save and open a presentation
Insert, edit and move slides
Insert text box, table, chart, graphic, audio,video in slide
Use slide themes, smart art
Identify and use the formatting features
Use print preview and page setting for printing
Play and operate a presentation
Create a photo album to practice features learnt
Module 7 Computer Security and Privacy
Lesson 1 Introduction to Computer Security and Privacy
Explain computer security and privacy.
Identify threats to your computer.
Identify measures to protect your computer against threats.
Lesson 2 Protecting Your Computer
Identify guidelines for protecting your computer.
Identify measures for securing e-mail and instant messaging.
Lesson 3 Protecting Your Privacy from Security Threats
Identify measures that you can use to protect your privacy.
Explain how online predators operate.
Identify guidelines for protection from online predators.
Lesson 4 Keeping Your Computer Secure and Updated
Explain the security settings on your computer.
Identify the options for keeping your computer up-to-date.
Module 8 Computer Ethics
Explain intellectual property and copyright as they apply to computing.
Identify acts of copyright violation and the measures to prevent those acts.

4. Module 9 Digital Multimedia
Lesson 1 Digital Technology
Describe the benefits of digital technology.
Explain how digital technology expands the features of media devices.
Lesson 2 Introduction to Digital Audio
Identify the characteristics of digital audio.
Explain the concepts of recording, copying, and converting digital audio.
Create an audio piece to practice features learnt
Identify the features of speech technologies.
Lesson 3 Introduction to Digital Video
Identify the characteristics of digital video.
Explain what digital video editing is and the output formats for digital video.
Create a video to practice features learnt
Identify the features of Web video technologies.
Lesson 4 Introduction to Digital Photography
Explain the benefits, features, and working of a digital camera.
Explain how to edit and manage digital images.
Create a collage to practice features learnt
Identify the features of different types of printers that are available for printing photos
Module 10 Introduction to Educational Content software
Lesson 1 Desktop Based Software
Tutorial: Eureka / ILFS
Reference: Encarta
Practice: Mind spark
Describe some of its uses
Install a program
Start and Quit a program
Identify main components of the user interface
Perform basic tasks

5. Lesson 2 Internet based
Tutorial: Thinkfinity
Reference: Encarta online
Practice: Class marker
Describe some of its uses
Identify main components of the user interface
Perform basic tasks