What is this section about?

What is this section about?

This section will help you learn how to use a basic IT system.

What will I learn?

At the end of this section, you will be able to:

• use the hardware of a basic IT system
• start up the system
• use Windows XP to find your way to different software
• open and close a piece of software
• shut down the system.

How long should it take to do this?

You should complete this section in about five to seven hours.

What else do I need?

You will need access to a computer with Windows XP installed.

How will I be assessed on my work in this section?

You will not be assessed on your work at the end of this section. Your work in this section will help you to succeed in the rest of this IT Core Skills unit.

Your work in the section will be assessed later when you carry out tasks in the other sections. Your tutor will agree with you a time when you are ready to be assessed. Your tutor will then watch you while you work and record what you do successfully.

You will only be assessed on the kind of tasks in these notes. You must be able to do them effectively.