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ECDL / ICDL Syllabus
FOUNDATION LEVEL: ECDL Syllabus Version 4ECDL Module 1 Concepts of Information Technology (IT), requires the candidate to have an understanding of some of the main concepts of IT at a general level. The candidate is required to understand the make-up of a personal computer in terms of hardware and software and to understand some of the concepts of Information Technology (IT) such as data storage and memory. The candidate shall also understand how information networks are used within computing and be aware of the uses of computer-based software applications in everyday life. The candidate shall appreciate health and safety issues as well as some environmental factors involved in using computers. The candidate shall be aware of some of the important security and legal issues associated with using computers. To see a detailed syllabus, please visit the ECDL Foundation's Web site
ECDL Module 2 Using the Computer and Managing Files, requires the candidate to demonstrate knowledge and competence in using the common functions of a personal computer and its operating system. The candidate shall be able to adjust main settings, use the built-in help features and deal with a non-responding application. He or she shall be able to operate effectively within the desktop environment and work with desktop icons and windows. The candidate shall be able to manage and organize files and directories/folders, and know how to duplicate, move and delete files and directories/folders, and compress and extract files. The candidate shall also understand what a computer virus is and be able to use virus-scanning software. The candidate shall demonstrate the ability to use simple editing tools and print management facilities available within the operating system. To see a detailed syllabus, please visit the ECDL Foundation's Web site
ECDL Module 3 Word Processing, requires the candidate to demonstrate the ability to use a word processing application on a computer. The candidate shall be able to accomplish everyday tasks associated with creating, formatting and finishing small sized word processing documents ready for distribution. He or she shall also be able to duplicate and move text within and between documents. The candidate shall demonstrate competence in using some of the features associated with word processing applications such as creating standard tables, using pictures and images within a document, and using mail merge tools. To see a detailed syllabus, please visit the ECDL Foundation's Web site
ECDL Module 4 Spreadsheets, requires the candidate to understand the concept of spreadsheets and to demonstrate the ability to use a spreadsheet application on a computer. The candidate shall understand and be able to accomplish tasks associated with developing, formatting, modifying and using a spreadsheet8 of limited scope ready for distribution. He or she shall also be able to generate and apply standard mathematical and logical formulas using standard formulas and functions. The candidate shall demonstrate competence in creating and formatting graphs/charts. To see a detailed syllabus, please visit the ECDL Foundation's Web site
ECDL Module 5 Database, requires the candidate to understand some of the main concepts of databases and demonstrate the ability to use a database on a computer. The candidate shall be able to create and modify tables, queries, forms and reports, and prepare outputs ready for distribution. The candidate shall be able to relate tables and to retrieve and manipulate information from a database by using query and sort tools available in the package. To see a detailed syllabus, please visit the ECDL Foundation's Web site
ECDL Module 6 Presentation, requires the candidate to demonstrate competence in using presentation tools on a computer. The candidate shall be able to accomplish tasks such as creating, formatting, modifying and preparing presentations using different slide layouts for display and printed distribution. He or she shall also be able to duplicate and move text, pictures, images and charts within the presentation and between presentations. The candidate shall demonstrate the ability to accomplish common operations with images, charts and drawn objects and to use various slide show effects. To see a detailed syllabus, please visit the ECDL Foundation's Web site
ECDL Module 7 Information and Communication, is divided in two sections. The first section, Information, requires the candidate to understand some of the concepts and terms associated with using the Internet, and to appreciate some of the security considerations. The candidate shall also be able to accomplish common Web search tasks using a Web browsing application and available search engine tools. He or she shall be able to bookmark Web sites, and to print Web pages and search outputs. The candidate shall be able to navigate within and complete Web-based forms. In the second section, Communication, the candidate is required to understand some of the concepts of electronic mail (e-mail), together with having an appreciation of some of the security considerations associated with using e-mail. The candidate shall also demonstrate the ability to use e-mail software to send and receive messages, and to attach files to mail messages. The candidate shall be able to organize and manage message folders/directories within e-mail software. To see a detailed syllabus, please visit the ECDL Foundation's Web site
ECDL Advanced AM3ECDL Module AM3 Word Processing, Advanced – Level, requires the candidate to use the word processing application to produce what are deemed to be advanced word processing document outputs. The candidate shall be able to operate effectively at more than a basic level of competence and be able to produce advanced word processing outputs, illustrating sophisticated typographical, formatting and layout presentations, including tables, forms or graphics. The candidate shall be able to use tools such as macros and to carry out more advanced mail merge operations within the word processing application. (See complete syllabus at ECDL Foundation web site). To see a detailed syllabus, please visit the ECDL Foundation's Web site
ECDL Advanced AM4ECDL Module AM4 Spreadsheets, Advanced - Level, requires the candidate to use the spreadsheet application to produce what are deemed to be advanced spreadsheet outputs. The candidate shall be able to operate effectively at more than a basic level of competence and be able to edit and enhance numeric, text and graphical data and to sort, query and link data. The candidate shall be able to carry out advanced formatting and presentation operations on charts and graphs. The candidate shall be able to use functions such as those associated with logical, statistical or mathematical operations. The candidate shall be able to use available analysis and audit tools and to run and record simple macros. (See complete syllabus at ECDL Foundation web site). To see a detailed syllabus, please visit the ECDL Foundation's Web site
ECDL Advanced AM5ECDL Module AM5 Database, Advanced - Level, requires the candidate to operate effectively at more than a basic level of competence and be able to realise much of the potential of the database application. The candidate shall be able to use the database to organise, extract, view and report on data using what are deemed to be advanced data management skills. The candidate shall understand the variety of ways that data can be related and organised. In addition the candidate shall be able to run and record simple macros and to import, export and link data. To see a detailed syllabus, please visit the ECDL Foundation's Web site
ECDL Advanced AM6ECDL Module AM6 Presentation, Advanced - Level, requires the candidate to understand some of the principle areas to consider when planning and designing presentations. The candidate shall be able to operate effectively at more than a basic level of competence and to use the presentation application to produce what are deemed to be advanced presentation outputs. The candidate shall be able to realize much of the potential of the presentation tool and produce outputs using advanced formatting and layout techniques and the use of multimedia effects. The candidate shall be able to create advanced charts / graphs and be able to enhance the presentation by using drawing and image tools to modify drawn objects and images. The candidate shall also be able to create and use macros within the presentation application. To see a detailed syllabus, please visit the ECDL Foundation's Web site
ECDL WebStarterDeveloped by the ECDL Foundation, ECDL/ICDL WebStarter is a new certification designed to give you the skills required to design, create and maintain a Web site. ECDL/ICDL WebStarter has been specifically designed for anyone who wants to acquire the skills to create and maintain a Web site without having to commit to the time and expense of a professional level Web design programme. To see a detailed syllabus, please visit the ECDL Foundation's Web site
E-CitizenTo see a detailed syllabus, please visit the ECDL Foundation's Web site
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