Cork Education and Training Board. Programme Module for. Using Common Computer Applications. leading to. Level 4 QQI. Computer Applications 4N1112

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1 Crk Educatin and Training Bard Crk Educatin and Training Bard Prgramme Mdule fr Using Cmmn Cmputer Applicatins leading t Level 4 QQI Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

2 Crk Educatin and Training Bard Intrductin This prgramme mdule may be delivered as a standalne mdule leading t certificatin in a QQI minr award. It may als be delivered as part f an verall validated prgramme leading t a Level 4 QQI Certificate. The teacher/tutr shuld familiarise themselves with the infrmatin cntained in the Crk Educatin and Training Bard s prgramme descriptr fr the relevant validated prgramme prir t delivering this prgramme mdule. The prgramme mdule is structured as fllws: 1. Title f Prgramme Mdule 2. QQI Cmpnent Title and Cde 3. Duratin in hurs 4. Credit Value f QQI Cmpnent 5. Status 6. Special Requirements 7. Aim f the Prgramme Mdule 8. Objectives f the Prgramme Mdule 9. Learning Outcmes 10. Indicative Cntent 11. Assessment a. Assessment Technique(s) b. Mapping f Learning Outcmes t Assessment Technique(s) c. Guidelines fr Assessment Activities 12. Grading 13. Learner Marking Sheet(s), including Assessment Criteria Integrated Delivery and Assessment The teacher/tutr is encuraged t integrate the delivery f cntent where an verlap between cntent f this prgramme mdule and ne r mre ther prgramme mdules is identified. This prgramme mdule will facilitate the learner t develp language, literacy and numeracy skills relevant t the themes and cntent f the mdule. Likewise the teacher/tutr is encuraged t integrate assessment where there is an pprtunity t facilitate a learner t prduce ne piece f assessment evidence which demnstrates the learning utcmes frm mre than ne prgramme mdule. The integratin f the delivery and assessment f level 4 Cmmunicatins and level 4 Mathematics mdules with that f ther level 4 mdules is specifically encuraged. Structured cmmunicatin and teamwrk is encuraged between the teacher/tutr delivering this prgramme mdule and the language, literacy, numeracy and learning supprt teacher/tutr, as apprpriate, t facilitate the learner in cmpleting the prgramme mdule and achieving certificatin in the award. Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

3 Crk Educatin and Training Bard Indicative Cntent The indicative cntent in Sectin 10 des nt cver all teaching pssibilities. The teacher/tutr is encuraged t be creative in devising and implementing ther appraches, as apprpriate. The use f examples is there t prvide suggestins. The teacher/tutr is free t use ther examples, as apprpriate. The indicative cntent ensures all learning utcmes are addressed but it may nt fllw the same sequence as that in which the learning utcmes are listed in Sectin 9. It is the teacher s/tutr s respnsibility t ensure that all learning utcmes are included in the delivery f this prgramme mdule. Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

4 Crk Educatin and Training Bard 1. Title f Prgramme Mdule Using Cmmn Cmputer Applicatins 2. Cmpnent Name and Cde Cmputer Applicatins 4N Duratin in Hurs 100 Hurs (typical learner effrt, t include bth directed and self directed learning) 4. Credit Value 10 Credits 5. Status This prgramme mdule may be cmpulsry r ptinal within the cntext f the validated prgramme. Please refer t the relevant prgramme descriptr, Sectin 9 Prgramme Structure 6. Special Requirements Nne 7. Aim f the Prgramme Mdule This prgramme mdule aims t prvide the learner with the persnal knwledge, skills and capacity t effectively use a range f cmmn cmputer applicatins. 8. Objectives f the Prgramme Mdule T develp an understanding f the uses f database, spreadsheet and graphics sftware and the terminlgy and language apprpriate t each. T facilitate the learner t develp the skills t use spreadsheet applicatins as an effective tl. T facilitate the learner t develp the skills t use database applicatins as an effective tl. T facilitate the learner t develp the skills t use graphics applicatins as an effective tl. T assist the learner t develp the language, literacy and numeracy skills related cmmn cmputer applicatins thrugh the medium f the mdule themes and cntent. T enable the learner t take respnsibility fr his/her wn learning. Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

5 Crk Educatin and Training Bard 9. Learning Outcmes f Level 4 Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 Learners will be able t: 1. Explain database and hw database systems are used in rganisatins 2. Describe the structure f a database 3. Describe the structure f a spreadsheet 4. Identify applicatins suitable fr spreadsheets 5. Identify applicatins suitable fr graphics sftware 6. Use the terminlgy apprpriate t database sftware, spreadsheet sftware and graphics sftware accurately 7. Use database sftware t create a database file t include enter and edit data, add new recrds, delete individual recrds, add new field t existing recrd and save 8. Use spreadsheet sftware t create a spreadsheet t include enter and edit numeric and character data 9. Mdify a spreadsheet by inserting and deleting rws and clumns, adjusting clumn widths and frmatting clumn entries 10. Use graphics sftware t create drawings t include clipart, clur, shape, size, text, enhance text 11. Operate the database effectively by brwsing, querying and srting the database n a single field 12. Apply a range f frmulae and functins ver a range f cells using relative cell references t include mathematical peratrs, SUM and AVERAGE functins 13. Prduce a hard cpy f drawings mdified using clur, shape and size. Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

6 Crk Educatin and Training Bard 10. Indicative Cntent This sectin prvides suggestins fr prgramme cntent but is nt intended t be prescriptive. The prgramme mdule can be delivered thrugh classrm based learning activities, grup discussins, ne-t-ne tutrials, field trips, case studies, rle play and ther suitable activities, as apprpriate. Sectin 1 : Database Understanding Databases Explre with the learner : A database is a system fr rganizing data. It is a cllectin f raw data that can be manipulated, srted, and queried t prduce infrmatin. The data can be stred in many ways. Befre cmputers, card files, printed bks and ther methds were used. Nw mst data is kept n cmputer files. A database system is a cmputer prgram fr managing electrnic databases. A very simple example f a database system wuld be an electrnic address bk Cnsider with the learner sme cmmnly used terms and terminlgy assciated with a Database applicatin, fr example: Table Field Recrd Query Frm Srt Datatype Primary Key Design View Datasheet View Database Management System Using the Database applicatin Facilitate the learner t use a Database applicatin t prduce a Database that may be used fr wrk and persnal purpses, fr example, a cntacts list, an inventry system, an emplyee system, ther Database f interest t the learner. Review with the learner the file handling icns assciated with a Database applicatin, and their functins, fr example: Open Save Save As New Clse Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

7 Crk Educatin and Training Bard In prducing these Database carry ut the fllwing steps: Access the Database applicatin Create a database Design and setup a table Enter data Srt the data Print the table Stre the file fr subsequent retrieval Create a query Clse the applicatin crrectly Accessing the Database applicatin Cmplete the fllwing tasks with the learner: Access the Database applicatin, fr example, Micrsft Access Access the applicatin frm a shrtcut n the desktp and frm the Start Menu Setting up the Table Cmplete the fllwing tasks with the learner: Enter Design View Determine the fields required fr the table Select an apprpriate datatype fr each field Entering Data and Recrd Management Cmplete the fllwing tasks with the learner: Enter Datasheet View Enter data int an existing Database table Use the muse and the arrw directin keys t cntrl the active cell n the Database and t get t where the learner wants t enter data Enter data using the keybard, fr example, text and numeric data Use the Caps Lck, Shift Key and Num Lck t enter capital letters, symbls and numbers Add a new recrd Delete an existing recrd Searching and Srting the Database Cmplete the fllwing tasks with the learner: Use the srt facility t srt the data n a given field in a given rder. Use the find facility t a value in a table. Use the find and replace facility t change a particular value in a table. Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

8 Crk Educatin and Training Bard Creating Queries Cmplete the fllwing tasks with the learner: Use the query design facility t create a simple query n a particular table Save the query fr future access using an apprpriate name Printing the Database Cmplete the fllwing tasks with the learner: Print Preview the Database befre printing them Print the Database and cnsider printer settings, fr example Select the apprpriate printer t use Select the number f cpies needed Select the print range and sheets t be printed, fr example, active sheets r entire wrkbk String the Database fr subsequent retrieval Cmplete the fllwing tasks with the learner: Use the Save As functin t save the database n a prtable device, fr example, a memry stick r a CD Outline the different lcatins, in additin t saving t prtable devices, where Database may be saved, fr example t the Desktp r t a flder n the Hard Drive Discuss the imprtance f giving the database an apprpriate File Name, fr example, t differentiate between different drafts f a Database, fr ease f retrieval and fr speed in retrieving the Database Cnsider the different Save as type frmats available in the Database applicatin, fr example, Access Database Clse the database nce it has been saved Exiting the Database Applicatin Cmplete the fllwing task with the learner: Exit the Database Applicatin, fr example, using the Clse (Quit) buttn r by using the Exit ptin in the applicatin Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

9 Crk Educatin and Training Bard Sectin 2: Spreadsheets Understanding Spreadsheets Explre with the learner : The use a Spreadsheets applicatin, fr example, A Spreadsheet is a cmputer prgram that imitates a paper wrksheet. It shws a large sheet (like a sheet f paper) that has many cells in a grid f rws and clumns. Users can put wrds r numbers int the cells, t make headings and stre infrmatin (usually numbers). The primary reasn mst peple use spreadsheets, is fr autmatic calculatins. Spreadsheets can be designed t add up the items/amunts n a bill, calculate ttals, averages, percentages etc. A user can add and subtract the numbers here, even if the numbers are nt next t each ther. This means the cmputer des the math, and peple nly need t give the crrect infrmatin. Cnsider with the learner sme cmmnly used terms and terminlgy assciated with a Spreadsheets applicatin, fr example: Tlbars Icns Wrkbk and Wrksheet Clumn Rw Cell Value Label Frmula Number Frmat Print preview Review with the learner the file handling icns assciated with a Spreadsheets applicatin, and their functins, fr example: Open Save Save As New Clse Using the Spreadsheets applicatin Facilitate the learner t use a Spreadsheets applicatin t prduce spreadsheets that may be used fr wrk, persnal r scial purpses, fr example, a timetable, a persnal budget, a bill, a wages calculatin, a tax calculatin, timeline, recrd f activities r ther spreadsheets f interest t the learner In prducing these spreadsheets carry ut the fllwing steps: Access the Spreadsheets applicatin Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

10 Crk Educatin and Training Bard Set up the page Enter data Edit and Frmat the text and table layut t enhance its appearance Print the spreadsheets Stre the file fr subsequent retrieval Clse the applicatin crrectly Accessing the Spreadsheets applicatin Cmplete the fllwing tasks with the learner: Access the Spreadsheets applicatin, fr example, Micrsft Excel r Micrsft Wrks Spreadsheet Access the applicatin frm a shrtcut n the desktp and frm the Start Menu Setting up the Page Cmplete the fllwing tasks with the learner: Adjust clumn and rw widths and heights as apprpriate Alternate between page rientatins fr different spreadsheets, as apprpriate, fr example, Landscape and Prtrait Entering Data Cmplete the fllwing tasks with the learner: Enter data int a new spreadsheet Enter data int an existing spreadsheet Use the muse and the arrw directin keys t cntrl the active cell n the spreadsheet and t get t where the learner wants t enter data Enter data using the keybard, fr example, text and numeric data Use the Caps Lck, Shift Key and Num Lck t enter capital letters, symbls and numbers Frmatting the text t enhance its appearance Review with the learner the cmmnly used Spreadsheets icns and their functins, t include: Cut Cpy Paste Bld Italic Underline Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

11 Crk Educatin and Training Bard Fnt Name Fnt Size Increase and Decrease Fnt Fnt Clur Text Highlight Clur Text and Image Alignment Wrap Text Merge & Centre Facilitate the learner t use these icns t frmat spreadsheets t imprve their appearance and clarity Facilitate the learner t: Use the muse and the arrw directin keys t cntrl the active cell and t get t where the text is t be frmatted Use the Delete key t delete data frm the spreadsheets Use the Spelling and Grammar check in the Spreadsheets applicatin and make any necessary changes t the dcument Applying frmulae Prf read the spreadsheets t ensure crrect spelling, grammar and meaning Cmplete the fllwing tasks with the learner: Enter an additin frmulae int an apprpriate cell in a spreadsheet Enter a subtractin frmulae int an apprpriate cell in a spreadsheet Enter a multiplicatin frmulae int an apprpriate cell in a spreadsheet Enter a divisin frmulae int an apprpriate cell in a spreadsheet Enter a SUM frmulae int an apprpriate cell in a spreadsheet Enter an AVERAGE frmulae int an apprpriate cell in a spreadsheet Explre hw t fill, cpy and replicate frmulae in a spreadsheet Printing the spreadsheets Cmplete the fllwing tasks with the learner: Print Preview the spreadsheets befre printing them Print the spreadsheets and cnsider printer settings, fr example Select the apprpriate printer t use Select the number f cpies needed String the dcument fr subsequent retrieval Cmplete the fllwing tasks with the learner: Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

12 Crk Educatin and Training Bard Use the Save As functin t save the dcument n a prtable device, fr example, a memry stick r a CD Outline the different lcatins, in additin t saving t prtable devices, where spreadsheets may be saved, fr example t the Desktp r t a flder n the Hard Drive Discuss the imprtance f giving the dcument an apprpriate File Name, fr example, t differentiate between different drafts f a spreadsheet, fr ease f retrieval and fr speed in retrieving the spreadsheet Cnsider the different Save as type frmats available in the Spreadsheets applicatin, fr example, Excel Wrkbk, Excel Wrkbk, CSV (Cmma delimited) Save a dcument using these 3 different Save as type frmats Cmpare the different versins f the dcument t see hw the Save as type selected has mdified the dcument Use the Save functin t systematically and peridically save wrk as it is being prduced Outline the reasns fr, and the value f, backing up data t a remvable strage device Clse the dcument nce it has been saved Exiting the Spreadsheets Applicatin Cmplete the fllwing task with the learner: Exit the Spreadsheets Applicatin, fr example, using the Clse (Quit) buttn r by using the Exit ptin in the applicatin Sectin 3: Graphics Understanding Graphics Explre with the learner : A Graphics applicatin is a cmputer prgram that enables a persn t create r manipulate visual images n a cmputer. The use f a Graphics applicatin, fr example a graphics applicatin can used t draw a picture, create a pster and edit a phtgraph. A cmmn Graphics applicatin, fr example Micrsft Paint, Micrsft PwerPint, Adbe Phtshp, Crel Paint Shp Pr, GIMP and JPhtBrush Pr. Cnsider with the learner sme cmmnly used terms and terminlgy assciated with a Graphics applicatin, fr example: Tlbars Icns Clur Clipart Shape Size Text Print preview Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

13 Crk Educatin and Training Bard Review with the learner the file handling icns assciated with a Graphics applicatin, and their functins, fr example: Open Save Save As New Clse Using the Graphics applicatin Facilitate the learner t use a Graphics applicatin t prduce r mdify drawings using clur, shape, size, text and clipart. In prducing these drawings carry ut the fllwing steps: Access the Graphics applicatin Use a range f drawing tls cntained in the applicatin Inserts shapes & lines f varius size and clur Insert Clipart Insert and Frmat Text Print the drawings Stre the file fr subsequent retrieval Clse the applicatin crrectly Accessing the Graphics applicatin Cmplete the fllwing tasks with the learner: Access the Graphics applicatin, fr example, Micrsft Paint, Micrsft PwerPint, Adbe Phtshp, Crel Paint Shp Pr, GIMP and JPhtBrush Pr. Access the applicatin frm a shrtcut n the desktp and frm the Start Menu Frmatting the text t enhance its appearance Review with the learner the cmmnly used text frmatting icns and their functins, t include: Bld Italic Underline Fnt Name Fnt Size Increase and Decrease Fnt Fnt Clur Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

14 Crk Educatin and Training Bard Text Highlight Clur Text and Image Alignment Printing frm the Graphics applicatin Cmplete the fllwing tasks with the learner: Print Preview the drawings befre printing them Print the drawings and cnsider printer settings, fr example Select the apprpriate printer t use Select the number f cpies needed String the dcument fr subsequent retrieval Cmplete the fllwing tasks with the learner: Use the Save As functin t save the drawing n a prtable device, fr example, a memry stick r a CD Use the Save As functin t save the drawing as a different file type, e.g. JPEG r GIF Outline the different lcatins, in additin t saving t prtable devices, where drawings may be saved, fr example t a flder n the Hard Drive Discuss the imprtance f giving the file an apprpriate File Name Use the Save functin t systematically and peridically save wrk as it is being prduced Outline the reasns fr, and the value f, backing up data t a remvable strage device Clse the dcument nce it has been saved Exiting the Graphics Applicatin Cmplete the fllwing task with the learner: Exit the Graphics Applicatin, fr example, using the Clse (Quit) buttn r by using the Exit ptin in the applicatin Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

15 Crk Educatin and Training Bard 11. Assessment 11a. Assessment Techniques Examinatin 100% 11b. Mapping f Learning Outcmes t Assessment Techniques In rder t ensure that the learner is facilitated t demnstrate the achievement f all learning utcmes frm the cmpnent specificatin; each learning utcme is mapped t an assessment technique(s). This mapping shuld nt restrict an assessr frm taking an integrated apprach t assessment. Learning Outcme 1. Explain database and hw database systems are used in rganisatins Assessment Technique Examinatin 2. Describe the structure f a database Examinatin 3. Describe the structure f a spreadsheet Examinatin 4. Identify applicatins suitable fr spreadsheets Examinatin - 5. Identify applicatins suitable fr graphics sftware Examinatin - 6. Use the terminlgy apprpriate t database sftware, spreadsheet sftware and graphics sftware accurately 7. Use database sftware t create a database file t include enter and edit data, add new recrds, delete individual recrds, add new field t existing recrd and save 8. Use spreadsheet sftware t create a spreadsheet t include enter and edit numeric and character data 9. Mdify a spreadsheet by inserting and deleting rws and clumns, adjusting clumn widths and frmatting clumn entries 10. Use graphics sftware t create drawings t include clipart, clur, shape, size, text, enhance text 11. Operate the database effectively by brwsing, querying and srting the database n a single field 12. Apply a range f frmulae and functins ver a range f cells using relative cell references t include mathematical peratrs, SUM and AVERAGE functins 13. Prduce a hard cpy f drawings mdified using clur, shape and size. Examinatin - Examinatin - Examinatin - Examinatin - Examinatin - Examinatin - Examinatin - Examinatin Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

16 Crk Educatin and Training Bard 11c. Guidelines fr Assessment Activities The assessr is required t devise examinatin papers and marking schemes fr the practical examinatin. In devising the examinatin papers, care shuld be taken t ensure that the learner is given the pprtunity t shw evidence f achievement f ALL the learning utcmes. Assessment briefs may be designed t allw the learner t make use f a wide range f media in presenting assessment evidence, as apprpriate. Quality assured prcedures must be in place t ensure the reliability f learner evidence. Examinatin 100% The learner shuld be allwed 1 hur t cmplete each f the practical examinatins. 1. Database The learner will cmplete a practical examinatin, requiring him/her t cmplete the fllwing tasks: Demnstrate an understanding f hw databases are used in rganisatins Demnstrate an understanding f apprpriate database terminlgy and the structure f a database Use database sftware t create a file fr a suitable requirement. Database file t be a minimum f 1 table, 6 fields f varius datatypes, 10 recrds and 3 queries. Tasks t include; Open the database sftware Create a database file using the apprpriate data structure Enter and edit data Add and delete recrds Add a new field t an existing table Srt the database n a single field Query the database n a single field Print tables and queries Save and exit the database crrectly 2. Spreadsheets The learner will cmplete a practical examinatin, requiring him/her t cmplete the fllwing tasks: Demnstrate an understanding f suitable uses fr spreadsheets Demnstrate an understanding f apprpriate spreadsheet terminlgy and the structure f a spreadsheet Use spreadsheet sftware t create a file fr a suitable requirement. Spreadsheet files t be a minimum f 1 wrksheet, 6 fields f varius datatypes and 8 recrds. Tasks t include; Accessing the Spreadsheets applicatin Create a spreadsheet file by entering new text (minimum f 10 labels r text) and numeric data (minimum f 30 values)int the spreadsheet in a specified lcatin Insert and delete specific data and rws frm the spreadsheet Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

17 Crk Educatin and Training Bard Adjusting the rw height and clumn width f table where apprpriate Insert frmulae fr basic calculatins in the spreadsheet ( minimum f 6 frmulae ) Print the spreadsheet crrectly Saving the dcument as a specified name exit the Spreadsheets applicatin 3. Graphics The learner will cmplete a practical examinatin, requiring him/her t cmplete the fllwing tasks: Demnstrate an understanding f apprpriate graphics sftware terminlgy Demnstrate an understanding f suitable uses fr graphics sftware Use graphics sftware t create a drawing, based n a suitable requirement. Tasks t include; Open the graphics sftware Create a drawing by using varius shapes, clurs, sizes and texts Insert clipart int the drawing Frmat the text in the drawing Print a drawing crrectly Save and exit the spreadsheet crrectly Evidence fr this assessment technique may take the frm f written, ral, graphic, audi, visual r digital evidence, r any cmbinatin f these. Any audi, vide r digital evidence must be prvided in a suitable frmat. All instructins fr the learner shuld be clearly utlined in an assessment brief and each learner is required t wrk alne in cmpleting this practical examinatin. 12. Grading Distinctin: 80% - 100% Merit: 65% - 79% Pass: 50% - 64% Unsuccessful: 0% - 49% At levels 4, 5 and 6 majr and minr awards will be graded. The grade achieved fr the majr award will be determined by the grades achieved in the minr awards. Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

18 Crk Educatin and Training Bard Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 Learner Marking Sheet Examinatin - 100% Learner s Name: Learner s PPSN: Assessment Criteria Database (35 Marks) Maximum Mark Learner Mark Demnstrate an understanding f hw databases are used in rganisatins Demnstrate an understanding f apprpriate database terminlgy and the structure f a database 10 Open the database sftware Create a database file using the apprpriate data structure Enter and edit data Add and delete recrds Add a new field t an existing table Srt the database n a single field Query the database n a single field Print tables and queries Save and exit the database crrectly 25 Spreadsheets (35 Marks) Demnstrate an understanding f suitable uses fr spreadsheets Demnstrate an understanding f apprpriate spreadsheet terminlgy and the structure f a spreadsheet 10 Open the spreadsheet sftware Create a spreadsheet file by entering and editing numeric and character data Enter and edit data Insert and delete rws and clumns Adjust clumn widths apprpriately Frmat clumn entries, bth label and value data, apprpriately Apply a range f frmulae and functins, including mathematical perates (+,-,*,/) and SUM and AVERAGE functins Print a spreadsheet crrectly Save and exit the spreadsheet crrectly 25 Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June

19 Crk Educatin and Training Bard Graphics (30 Marks) Demnstrate an understanding f apprpriate graphics sftware terminlgy Demnstrate an understanding f suitable uses fr graphics sftware 10 Open the graphics sftware Create a drawing by using varius shapes, clurs, sizes and texts Insert clipart int the drawing Frmat the text in the drawing Print a drawing crrectly Save and exit the spreadsheet crrectly 20 Ttal Mark 100 This is t state that the evidence presented in the attached prtfli is cmplete and is the wrk f the named learner. Assessr s Signature: Date: External Authenticatr s Signature: Date: Cmputer Applicatins 4N1112 May 2012/June