Prove your competence and abilities when it comes to working with IT through Distance Learning.The European Computer Driving Licence has recently rebranded and is known as the International Certification of Digital Literacy – ICDL for short. It is the internationally recognised qualification for computer users, and is widely recognised by employers as proof of ability and competence when working with IT. It is a benchmark qualification in computing, and the essential IT skills you will develop will help to boost your confidence and efficiency – they may even help you to get a new job. To gain the ICDL qualification,...

For those interested in cyber security, computer hardware, networking, ethical hacking and software development. This unit is also appropriate for learners who are studying courses in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).Due to the growing demand for Internet of Things (IoT) in all industries, this unit allows learners to gather relevant skills that are in high demand in the workplace. What you will experience On completion of this unit, learners will be able to identify IoT concepts and will have developed knowledge of devices, implementations, protocols, security concerns and device security vulnerabilities of the IoT.

An online introduction to a career in Social Care and the opportunities available to you.Looking to enter the Care sector? Then this course is for you! It is an ideal introduction into a Care career and all that it offers. You should enjoy working with people, be compassionate, have a sense of fun and want to help others live their lives to the full. You will be able to work through the learning materials at your own pace, supplementing your learning through videos and links to further information. On completion there will be a discussion to talk about your career...

Familiarise yourself with new and upcoming advanced manufacturing technologies that are coming into the public domain.This unit is suitable for learners who wish to gain an appreciation of recently developed Advanced Manufacturing Technologies, such as rapid prototyping and collaborative robots, as well as the types of Advanced Manufacturing Technology that are about to emerge in the near future, such as additive manufacturing. What you will experience The purpose of this unit is to introduce you to advanced manufacturing technologies and experiences that have recently emerged, or are about to emerge, into the public sphere. It will give you an opportunity...

Allows you to develop your existing Powerpoint skills and knowledge to support workplace demands.Microsoft Powerpoint distance learning units have been specifically designed to provide the knowledge and techniques needed for the successful creation and manipulation of a Powerpoint presentation. The guide will help you get the most out of the software, and enable you to develop presentations that are both functional and professional. What you will experience You will cover a range of key topics, including: Master Slides Templates Manipulating Objects Editing Objects Editing Images Linking to Data Hyperlinks Custom Shows Custom Animation Using Sound Macros Reviewing presentations Web Publishing...

Specifically designed to provide you with the necessary knowledge and techniques for successful creation and manipulation of Microsoft PowerPoint presentations.Microsoft PowerPoint Open Learning units have been specifically designed to provide you with the necessary knowledge and techniques for successful creation and manipulation of Microsoft PowerPoint presentations. The accompanying data files provided on disc are designed to help demonstrate the different features as you work through the unit step–by–step. What you will experience After completing this course you will be able to: Use appropriate software to create a presentation Set up master slide layout in accordance with a specified house style...

A detailed introduction to Microsoft Powerpoint.Microsoft Powerpoint open learning units have been specifically designed to provide the knowledge and techniques needed for the successful creation and manipulation of a Powerpoint presentation. The guide will help you get the most out of the software and enable you to develop a presentation that is both functional and professional. What you will experience This course covers the following topics: Creating presentations Using help Working in different views Saving presentations Adding slides Formatting and adding text Formatting Slides Creating organisational charts Creating tables and graphs Printing Inserting clip art Applying Animation At the end...

Designed to provide a knowledge and understanding of natural systems and processes that can be exploited as sources of renewable energy.This unit allow you to develop a general knowledge and understanding of a number of renewable energy systems technologies. You will also be able to undertake an evaluation of the performance of a renewable energy system. What you will experience This 2 credit unit provides an introduction to the subjects of energy usage and trends, environmental impact of energy use, and renewable energy sources from both a global and local perspective.

A technical overview of solar power technologies and how they are used in real-world energy systems.This unit will allow you to develop a deeper knowledge and understanding of how solar power technologies work from an engineering systems perspective. It will also allow you to develop knowledge and understanding of the energy and environmental issues facing this country and others as well as giving you the knowledge and skills required to understand how renewable energy systems generate power as electricity or other energies/fuels. What you will experience This 1 credit unit covers both solar thermal and solar PV technologies from an...

Gain an understanding of the need for sustainability and the adoption of renewable energy sources in order to limit global environmental damage.This unit gives a broad overview of the many energy and environmental issues that face the world today. These issues are leading some to believe that the use of renewable energy sources represents one way of meeting at least part of the world’s energy demands while also helping to reduce the impact on the environment. What you will experience This 2 credit unit describes the basic technology associated with renewable energy devices. You will gain familiarity with the physics...