115.20.co.0 Computer Operations and Packages

ZIMBABWE
MINISTRY OF HIGHER AND TERTIARY EDUCATION,

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
HIGHER EDUCATION EXAMINATIONS COUNCIL
2020
REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUS FOR
NATIONAL FOUNDATION CERTIFICATE
IN
COMPUTER OPERATIONS AND PACKAGES
Course Code: 115/19/CO/0
Implementation Year: 2020

NATIONAL FOUNDATION CERTIFICATE IN COMPUTER OPERATIONS AND
PACKAGES: CODE 115/19/S01
1. PREAMBLE
The course is designed to produce an assistant data capture clerk with knowledge, skills
and attitudes required in Information Technology. The total duration of the course is 300
hours for all modes of study. Entry qualification into the course will be a minimum of two
(2) years in secondary school education. At secondary schools, the course will be covered
in two years and will run concurrently with other secondary school subjects, which are
being offered in the school. Assessment is through continuous assessment, and written
examination. The course will consider gender mainstreaming, sustainable development,
physical challenges, health dispositions, and the intersections between race, class and
culture.
2. CONSULTATIONS YEAR
National Manpower Advisory Council (NAMACO) 2020

Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education: 2020
Prince Edward School
St. Mary’s High School
Glenview High 1 High School
Ngezi Barracks High School
Ministry of ICT Postal and Courier Services 2020
Zimbabwe Schools Examinations Council (ZIMSEC) 2020
Curriculum Development Unit 2020
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PART I: REGULATIONS
1. TITLE AND LEVEL OF AWARD
National Foundation Certificate in Computer Operations and Packages
2. AIM OF THE COURSE
The course is designed to develop a data capture clerk with the basic knowledge, skills and
attitudes required in using the computer to record, process, retrieve and communicate
information.
3. LEARNING OUTCOME
By the end of the course students should be able to manipulate application packages to
record, process, retrieve and communicate information.
4. COURSE STRUCTURE
SUBJECT CODE DURATION

Computer Operations and Packages 115/20/S01 300 hours
5. COURSE DURATION
300 hours
6. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
A minimum of Two (2) years secondary education.
7. MODE OF STUDY
The mode of study shall be:
 Full-time - 300 hours

 Part-time - 300 hours
 Block release - 300 hours
 Open Distance Learning (ODL) - 300 hours
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8. ASSESSMENT SCHEME
SUBJECT AND CODE MODE OF ASSESSMENT

EXAMINATIONS CONTINUOUS WEIGHTING
40% ASSESSMENT
60%
Computer Operations and Theory Paper: A minimum of : 100%
2 hours  2 Practical assignments
Packages
(Weighted 20%) (30%)
115/20/S01 Practical Paper:  2 Theory assignments
3 hours (20%)
(Weighted 20%)  2 Tests (10%)
9. GRADING
0 to 49% - Fail
50% to 59% - Pass
60% to 79% - Credit
80% and above - Distinction
10. CONDITIONS OF AWARD
10.1 Non submission of required coursework will result in the candidate being deferred.
10.2 A student must pass both coursework and examination to be awarded a pass.
10.3 A candidate must pass the subject to be awarded a National Foundation Certificate
in Computer Operations and Packages
11. RE-WRITES
11.1 A candidate should pass the continuous assessment to qualify for a rewrite
11.2 All re-writes should pass on performance in the examination and maximum grading
will be a pass
11.3 A candidate is given no time limit in which to rewrite the failed subject
11.4 Re-writes should conform to current course structure
11.5 There is no aggregation for rewrites
11.6 If a candidate fails continuous assessment he/she repeats the subject
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12. EXEMPTIONS
12.1 There are no exemptions at this level
13. IRREGULAR PRACTICES

13.1 Cheating in continuous assessment and or examinations will result in
disqualification from the whole course. The candidate will be suspended for two
years from undertaking any HEXCO course.
13.2 The penalty for plagiarism shall be as in 13.1
14. RESOURCES
14.1 Lecturer qualification
The minimum qualification for a teacher is at least a National Certificate in

Information Technology OR equivalent, with a teaching qualification, plus at least
two years post qualification experience.
14.2 Facilities, Tools And Equipment (a class of 20)
For an institution to successfully implement this NFC programme, the under listed
minimum infrastructure and equipment will need to be in place:-
 A minimum of 10 Computers
 1 secured classroom
 Classroom Furniture
o Desks
o Chairs
 Cabinets for software
 1 Printer
 Generator
 Projector
 Air conditioner
 Fire extinguisher
 Internet access
 Whiteboard/ Smartboard
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 Software
Adequately licensed computer software should be available for training purposes –
especially the under-listed:-
 Operating System
 Spreadsheet
 Database
 Word-processor
 Publishing software
 Internet and E-Mail software
14.3 Suggested references

Bradley , R, (2014), Understanding Computer Science 4th Edition, Oxford University
Doyle, S,(2014), Information Systems for you 4th Edition, Oxford University
French, C.S,(2003), Computer Science 5th Edition, Cengage Learning EMEA
Heathcote P.M,(2004), Computing 5th Edition, Payne Gallway
Leadbetter, C,(2013), Information and Communication Technology, Cambridge
University Press
Norton P, (2010), Computing fundamentals 5th Edition, Mc Graw-Hill
O’Leary Series, (2010), Microsoft Office Handbook, McGraw-Hill
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PART II SYLLABUS
SUBJECT TITLE: COMPUTER OPERATIONS AND PACKAGES
SUBJECT CODE: 115/20/S01
DURATION: 300 HOURS
1.0 AIM
The course is designed to develop an assistant data capture clerk with the basic knowledge,
skills and attitudes required in using the computer to record, process, retrieve and
communicate information.
2.0 LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of the course the student should be able to:
2.1 describe computer peripherals, storage and file management.

2.2 apply Internet skills in communication, searching and marketing.
2.3 describe the potential threats to computer security, health and safety issues to
computer users and ways of mitigating them
2.4 produce electronic documents using word processing, spreadsheet, database , DTP
and presentation software.
3.0 TOPICS
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS
USE OF INTERNET
COMPUTER SECURITY, HEALTH AND SAFETY
WORD PROCESSING
SPREADSHEET
DATABASE
DESK TOP PUBLISHING
PRESENTATION
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4.0 CONTENT
4.1 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS
4.1.1 Define general computer terms (hardware and software)

4.1.2 Input devices
4.1.2.1 Describe the following input devices
- (keyboard, mouse, trackball, bar code reader, microphone,
scanner, digital camera, web camera, joystick, graphic tablet,
light pen, digitizer, MICR,OCR, OMR, Magnetic stripe reader,
remote control, sensors, touch screen, numeric keypad and light
pen)
4.1.2.2 List areas of application for input devices in 4.1.2.1.
4.1.3 Output Devices

4.1.3.1 Describe the following output devices
 monitors – types of monitors (LCD, TFT, LED, Plasma, HD)
 printers – impact and non-impact (laser and deskjet), braille
printers
 plotters
 projectors
4.1.3.2 List areas of application of output devices in 4.1.3.1.
4.1.4 Computer Storage

4.1.4.1 Describe the following Computer Storage
 Main storage (ROM and RAM)
 backing/ secondary/ external/ auxiliary storage( Hard disk
(internal and external), CDs (CDR, CDRW), DVDs
(DVDWR, DVDR), magnetic tape, memory sticks, Blu-ray disk,
memory cards and flash disks, solid state storage
 online storage (cloud computing)
4.1.4.2 Give areas of application of storage devices in 4.1.4.1.
4.1.4.3 Give differences between Main storage and backing storage.
4.1.5 Software
4.1.5.1 Define the following software terms
 systems software (Operating system, utilities and translators).
 application software features (word processing, spreadsheets,
database, presentations, DTP and browser).
4.1.5.2 Give differences between systems software and application software.
4.1.6 Describe the following Computer operation terms
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 Switching on, logging off, restarting, sleep, hibernate, shut down a

computer
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4.1.7 File management

Describe the following:
 files
 folders
 sub-folders
 importance of back-up storage (CDs, flash disks, external hard
drives.)
 saving files in back up storage (CDs, flash disks, external hard
drives.)
4.2 USE OF INTERNET
4.2.1 Internet
 Define internet
 Identify uses of the internet
 Give advantages and disadvantages of using the internet
4.2.2 Electronic Commerce (E-commerce)
 Define E-commerce
 List uses of E-commerce
 Give advantages and disadvantages of E-commerce
4.2.3 Electronic Banking (E-Banking)
 Define E-Banking
 List uses of E-Banking
 Give advantages and disadvantages of E-Banking
4.2.4 Social networks
 Define Social network
 Give examples of social networks
 List uses of Social networks
 Give advantages and disadvantages using social networks
4.2.5 Electronic mail
 Define e-mail
 Describe the process of attaching and sending files
4.2.6 Mobile devices
 Explain the process of connecting to the internet securely using wireless
and mobile technology.
 Describe the sharing data using social media, blue tooth and email)
4.3 COMPUTER SECURITY, HEALTH AND SAFETY
4.3.1 Describe threats to computers systems (physical and data) and security
measures
4.3.2 Identify types of computer crime and suggest security measures
4.3.3 Malicious software
 Define malicious software.
 Outline types of malicious software
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 Describe how malicious software spreads and measures that can be put
in place to curb the spread of malicious software
 Describe antimalware installation and updates
4.3.4 Describe health effects associated with prolonged and inappropriate
computer use and measures to reduce the effects
4.3.5 Outline the conditions necessary for an ideal computer room environment
4.3.6 Explain safety precautions when using computers
4.3.7 Describe Environmental issues and computers (recycle, reduce and reuse
resources).
4.4 WORD PROCESSING
4.4.1 Overview of word processing

4.4.1.1 List features of a word processor
4.4.1.2 Give examples of word processors
4.4.1.3 Describe how to use the help facility
4.4.2 Create a document by
 typing in pages.
 making corrections on text.
 deletion and insertion
 using special keys
o Caps lock,
o Ctrl,
o Alt,
o Tab,
o Scroll lock,
o Num lock
o Shift keys
 saving document in specific folder/drive.
 printing document.
 retrieving document
4.4.3 Editing and manipulating a document
4.4.3.1 Text formatting
 font styles
 superscript
 subscript
 text borders
 font colour
 font type and size
4.4.3.2 Paragraph formatting
 alignment
 line spacing
 drop cap
 indents
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 tabulation
 bullets and numbering
4.4.3.3 Page formatting

 page numbering
 page styles
 margins
 borders
 headers and footers
 water mark
 page orientation
 line numbering
 foot note
4.4.3.4 Document inserts

 tables
 charts and graphs
 word art
 symbols
 equations
 clip art
 picture
 shapes
 screen shot
4.4.3.5 Document editing

 find and replace
 spell check and grammar check
 move text
 copy text
 paste text
 delete text
 insert text
4.4.3.6 Document review

 word count
 printing document
 cancellation of print jobs
4.4.3.7 Mailing
 Define mail merge
 Use mail merge application
 Perform mail merge application
 Describe mail merge procedures
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4.5 SPREADSHEET
4.5.1 Overview of spreadsheets

4.5.1.1 Define a spreadsheets
4.5.1.2 List features of a spreadsheets
4.5.1.3 Give examples of spreadsheets
4.5.1.4 Identify uses of spreadsheets
4.5.2 Create a spreadsheet using:

 cursor manipulation using arrow keys.
 manipulating function keys.
 entering labels, values and formulae.
 saving the spreadsheet (file) in specific folder.
 printing spreadsheet or specified window
 show and print formulas
 retrieve spreadsheet.
4.5.3 Format the spreadsheet using:

 cell width and height settings.
 alignment (labels, values) – left, centre, right, merging of cells, wrap
text.
 deleting and inserting rows/columns.
 erasing data.
 text orientation
 number formatting
 decimal places.
 freezing and unfreezing panes
4.5.4 Solve problems using
 formulae.
 statistical functions e.g. sum, count, average, median, maximum,
minimum, mode .
 logical functions (If......)
 mathematical functions-sum, product, and power
4.5.5 Insert Graphics/charts

 produce a graph (title, name legend).
 print graph.
4.6 DATABASE
4.6.1 Overview of databases
4.6.1.1 Define a database
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4.6.1.2 List features of a database

4.6.1.3 Give examples of databases
4.6.1.4 Identify uses of databases
4.6.2 Create a database through

 creating a table/file
o field names
o data types
o field sizes
 Create objects
o queries
o forms
o reports
 manipulate the database

o add/delete records
o edit records
o sort records
o search records
o print records/selected fields
4.7 DESKTOP PUBLISHING

4.7.1 Overview of publishing
4.7.1.1 Define a publishing
4.7.1.2 List features of a publishing
4.7.1.3 Give examples of publishing
4.7.1.4 Identify uses of publishing
4.7.2 Create a Basic Publication

 creating a publication from a design
 add a design object placeholders
 add content to a publication
 save a publication
4.7.3 Modifying a Publication’s Layout and Structure

 insert text in file
 organise text boxes and picture frame in the layout
 connect text boxes
 divide text boxes into columns
 organise pages in the publication
 insert common layout elements
4.7.4 Editing Content in a Publication

 edit text in a publication
 research information
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 find and replace text

 spell check the publication
 save reusable content
4.7.5 Formatting a Publication

 format text
 apply scheme
 insert symbols
 format paragraphs
 create paragraph styles
 format text boxes
4.7.6 Formatting Pictures in a Publication

 format picture frames
 customise picture appearance
 insert WordArt
 insert a design gallery object
4.7.7 Preparing a Publication for Distribution

 check the design of publication
 manage pictures in a publication
 save a publication for distribution
 preview and print a publication
 compose a publication for e-mail
4.8 PRESENTATION
4.8.1 Overview of Presentation Packages

4.8.2 Outline the features of a presentation package
4.8.3 State examples of Presentation Packages
4.8.4 List the uses of a presentation package
4.8.5 Designing and creating a slide
 slide background
 animations
 font style
 font styles; types; colour
 tables
 simple transitions
 simple animations
 slide background
 slide show
4.8.6 Save a slide in a specific folder or drive
4.8.7 Retrieve a slide
4.8.8 Edit and save slide changes
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4.8.9 Print presentation

 printing slides
 handouts
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5.0 ASSESSMENT SCHEME
SUBJECT AND CODE MODE OF ASSESSMENT

EXAMINATIONS 40% WEIGHTING
Computer Operations and Theory Paper: All questions are compulsory. 20%
2 hours
Packages
(Weighted 20%) Mode of assessment:
115/20/S01 Externally marked
Practical Paper Candidates answer five 20%
3 hours questions on the packages.
(Weighted 20%) Some questions may be based
on a range of source material
provided as advance material.
Mode of assessment:
Externally marked
CONTINUOUS 60%
ASSESSMENT 60%
A minimum of :
 2 Practical assignments (30%)
 2 Theory assignments
(20%)
 2 Tests (10%)
Mode of assessment: Internally marked
100%
6.0 ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATION GRID
6.0.1 Theory Paper
TOPIC NO. TOPIC WEIGHTING%

1 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS 20
2 WORD PROCESSING 15
3 SPREADSHEET 15
4 DATABASE 10
5 DESK TOP PUBLISHING 10
6 PRESENTATION 10
7 USING INTERNET 10
8 COMPUTER SECURITY, HEALTH AND SAFETY 10
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TOTAL 100%
6.0.2 Practical Paper
Paper Description
Some questions may be based on a range of source material provided as advance material.
TOPIC NO. TOPIC WEIGHTING%

1 WORD PROCESSING 25
2 SPREADSHEET 25
3 DATABASE 20
4 DESK TOP PUBLISHING 15
5 PRESENTATION 15
TOTAL 100%
7.0 SUGGESTED REFERENCES
Bradley , R, (2014), Understanding Computer Science 4th Edition, Oxford University

Doyle, S,(2014), Information Systems for you 4th Edition, Oxford University
French, C.S,(2003), Computer Science 5th Edition, Cengage Learning EMEA
Heathcote P.M,(2004), Computing 5th Edition, Payne Gallway
Leadbetter, C,(2013),Information and Communication Technology, Cambridge University Press
Norton P, (2010), Computing Fundamentals 5th Edition, McGraw-Hill
O’Leary Series, (2010), Microsoft Office Handbook, McGraw-Hill
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NATIONAL FOUNDATION CERTIFICATE IN COMPUTER OPERATIONS AND PACKAGES: CODE 115/19/S01
MINISTRY OF HIGHER AND TERTIARY EDUCATION,

INNOVATION, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CODE
SKILLS PROFICIENCY
INDUSTRY: INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

TRADE/ OCCUPATION: DATA CAPTURE CLERK
CLASS/LEVEL: NATIONAL FOUNDATION
DUTY 1 : DATA ENTRY

Pre-requisites: Approval Date:
Review Date:
TASK STEPS PROFICIENCY RELATED WORKPLACE
INDICATORS KNOWLEDGE ESSENTIAL SKILLS
1.1 Collect data 1.1.1 Receive data  Data received  Public relation  Interpersonal skills
1.1.2 Acknowledge receipt  Receipt skills  Communication
1.1.3 Prioritise jobs acknowledged  General application  Interpretation
 Jobs prioritized programs  Planning
 Types of input  Computer literacy
1.2 Input data 1.2.1 Determine program  Program devices  Literacy
1.2.2 Enter data determined  Setting up  Writing
1.2.3 Save data  Data entered validation  Analytical
 Data saved in file parameters  calculation
 General computer
1.3 Verify data 1.3.1 Retrieve source operations
document  Source document  Computer
1.3.2 Open saved retrieved operation
document environment
 Saved document
1.3.3 Compare source opened
document with
 Documents
saved
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document compared
1.3.4 Correct errors  Errors corrected
where  Document saved
1.4 Validate necessary
data 1.3.5 Save document
 Validation
1.4.1 Set parameters parameters set
1.4.2 Run program  Errors identified
1.4.3 Identify errors  Errors corrected
1.4.4 Correct errors  Document saved
where
necessary
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THIS DUTY:

Log book
Computer
Pens
Input devices
Manuals
Statutes
File cabinet
First aid kit
PPE
Internet
Air conditioner
Adjustable chairs
Arm rest
Document holders
Anti- glare equipment
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HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES RELATED TO THIS DUTY:

Fire extinguishers
Surge protector
First aid kit
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Environmental Management Agency (EMA) Regulations
Adequate lighting
Adequate ventilation
Non-slippery floors
SPECIFIC WORKER TRAITS REQUIRED FOR THIS DUTY:

Time conscious
Honest
Team player
Trust worth
Target oriented
Good communicator
Sober minded
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DUTY 2 : MAINTENANCE OF DATA FILES
Review Date:
2.1 Create 2.1.1 Identify file to back  File to backup  Methods of backing  Interpersonal skills
backup files up identified up data  Communication
2.1.2 Determine  Appropriate  Types of backup  Interpretation
appropriate back up backup device devices  Planning
device determined  Methods of creating  Computer literacy
2.1.3 Send file for back up  File sent for backup  Literacy
backup  Types of computer  Writing
threats  Analytical
 Methods of  calculation
2.2 Secure files securing
computers
2.2.1. Identify threats  Threats identified  Material Science
2.2.2 Determine security  Security measures
measures determined
2.2.3 Select the most  Suitable security
suitable security measures selected
measure  Selected security
2.2.4 Administer the measures are put
selected security in place
measure
2.3 Update files
 Update documents
received
2.3.1. Receive documents
 Receipt
with
acknowledged
updates
 Jobs prioritized
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2.3.2. Acknowledge receipt  File retrieved
of  File amended
Document  Amendments
2.3.3. Prioritise jobs saved
2.3.4. Retrieve file to be
updated
2.3.5 Amend file
2.3.6 Save amendments

Log book
Computer PPE
Pens Internet
Input devices Air conditioner
Manuals Adjustable chairs
Statutes Arm rest
File cabinet Document holders
First aid kit Anti- glare equipment

Fire extinguishers
Surge protector
First aid kit
Adequate lighting
Non-slippery floors

Time conscious Team player
Honest Trust worth
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Target oriented
Good communicator
Sober minded
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DUTY 3 : CREATING REPORTS
Review Date:
 Interpersonal skills
3.1 Establish 3.1.1. Request report  Report content  Public relation skills  Communication
source content requested  General application  Interpretation
3.1.2. Acknowledge  Receipt of report programs  Planning
receipt content acknowledged  Computer operation  Computer literacy
of report content  List of possible environment  Literacy
3.1.3 Compile list of sources compiled  ICT statutes  Writing
possible sources  Appropriate source  Standard Operating  Analytical
3.1.4 Determine the file determined Procedures (SOP)  calculation
appropriate  Material selection
source file  Output formats
 Output devices
3.2 Retrieve files 3.2.1. Identify the  File location identified  General computer
location  File selected
of the file  File opened
3.2.2. Select the file
3.2.3. Open the file
3.3 Select required
 Appropriate fields
information 3.3.1. Identify identified
appropriate
 Fields to set
fields for the
parameters identified
report
 Parameters set
3.3.2. Identify fields to
set  Program run
parameters
3.3.3. Set the
parameters
3.3.4. Run the program
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3.4 Output 3.4.1. Determine  Output format
information appropriate determined
output format  Output format
3.4.2 Select selected
appropriate  Output devices
output format determined
3.4.3 Determine output  Output devices
devices selected
3.4.4 Select output  Information sent
devices
3.4.5 Send the
information

Log book
Computer PPE
Pens Internet
Input devices Air conditioner
Manuals Adjustable chairs
Statutes Arm rest
File cabinet Document holders
First aid kit Anti- glare equipment

Fire extinguishers
Surge protector
First aid kit
Adequate lighting
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Non-slippery floors

Time conscious
Honest
Team player
Trust worth
Target oriented
Good communicator
Sober minded
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DUTY 4 : DATA PROCESSING
Review Date:
4.1 Edit data 4.1.1. Identify data to be  Data identified  Use of internet  Interpersonal skills
edited  Editing tools  General application  Communication
4.1.2. Identify editing identified packages  Interpretation
tools  Appropriate editing  Mathematical  Planning
4.1.3 Select appropriate tools selected operations  Computer literacy
editing tools  Changes effected  Output devices  Literacy
4.1.4 Effect changes  Edited document  Writing
4.1.5 Save the document saved  Analytical
 calculation
4.2 Collate data  Related data

4.2.1. Identify related identified
data  Data classified
4.2.2. Classify data  Related data
4.2.3. Integrate related
integrated
data
4.3 Compute data

 Data to be computed
is identified
 Output established
4.3.1 Identify data to be
computed  Suitable formula
4.3.2 Establish output formulated
4.3.3 Formulate suitable  Formula applied
formula  Program run
4.3.4 Apply formula
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4.3.5 Run program
4.4 Output 4.4.1 Determine  Appropriate output

information appropriate format determined
output format  Output format
4.4.2 Select output selected
format  Output device
4.4.3 Determine output determined
devices  Appropriate output
4.4.4 Select appropriate device selected
output device  Information sent to
4.4.5 Send the output device
information to
output device
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TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NECESSARY TO First aid kit
COMPLETE THIS DUTY: PPE
Log book Internet
Computer Air conditioner
Pens Adjustable chairs
Input devices Arm rest
Manuals Document holders
Statutes Anti- glare equipment
File cabinet

Fire extinguishers
Surge protector
First aid kit
Adequate lighting
Non-slippery floors

Time conscious
Honest
Team player
Trust worth
Target oriented
Good communicator
Sober minded
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ZIMBABWE

MINISTRY OF HIGHER AND TERTIARY EDUCATION,

HIGHER EDUCATION EXAMINATIONS COUNCIL

REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUS FOR

NATIONAL FOUNDATION CERTIFICATE

COMPUTER OPERATIONS AND PACKAGES

Course Code: 115/19/CO/0

Implementation Year: 2020

National Manpower Advisory Council (NAMACO) 2020

1. TITLE AND LEVEL OF AWARD

National Foundation Certificate in Computer Operations and Packages

2. AIM OF THE COURSE

SUBJECT CODE DURATION

A minimum of Two (2) years secondary education.

The mode of study shall be:

 Full-time - 300 hours

SUBJECT AND CODE MODE OF ASSESSMENT

10. CONDITIONS OF AWARD

12.1 There are no exemptions at this level

13. IRREGULAR PRACTICES

13.2 The penalty for plagiarism shall be as in 13.1

14.1 Lecturer qualification

The minimum qualification for a teacher is at least a National Certificate in

14.2 Facilities, Tools And Equipment (a class of 20)

14.3 Suggested references

SUBJECT TITLE: COMPUTER OPERATIONS AND PACKAGES

SUBJECT CODE: 115/20/S01

DURATION: 300 HOURS

2.0 LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of the course the student should be able to:

2.1 describe computer peripherals, storage and file management.

4.1 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS

4.1.1 Define general computer terms (hardware and software)

4.1.3 Output Devices

4.1.4 Computer Storage

4.1.6 Describe the following Computer operation terms

 Switching on, logging off, restarting, sleep, hibernate, shut down a

4.1.7 File management

4.3 COMPUTER SECURITY, HEALTH AND SAFETY

4.4 WORD PROCESSING

4.4.1 Overview of word processing

4.4.3.3 Page formatting

4.4.3.4 Document inserts

4.4.3.5 Document editing

4.4.3.6 Document review

4.5.1 Overview of spreadsheets

4.5.2 Create a spreadsheet using:

4.5.3 Format the spreadsheet using:

4.5.5 Insert Graphics/charts

4.6.1.2 List features of a database

4.6.2 Create a database through

 manipulate the database

4.7 DESKTOP PUBLISHING

4.7.2 Create a Basic Publication

4.7.3 Modifying a Publication’s Layout and Structure

4.7.4 Editing Content in a Publication

 find and replace text

4.7.5 Formatting a Publication

4.7.6 Formatting Pictures in a Publication

4.7.7 Preparing a Publication for Distribution

4.8.1 Overview of Presentation Packages

4.8.9 Print presentation

5.0 ASSESSMENT SCHEME