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Smart d.o.o.
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Novi Sad, Serbia
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ECDL
European Computer Driving Licence (European Computer Driving Licence) is an internationally recognized certificate of computer knowledge, which guarantees to the owner relevant knowledge about computer skills, based on ECDL standard. The training program and assessment tests are organized into seven program units (modules): the basics of ICT, usage of the computers and managing files, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations and information and communication.
In our School, the classes are organized through two programme cycles:
Depending on the choice of the trainees, the following parts of Business Master Curs can be organized:
- Windows XP, Word 2003, Excel 2003, Internet Explorer 8, Outlook Express, or
- Windows 7, Word 2010, Excel 2010, Internet Explorer 8, Windows Live Mai
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Business Master 2
(5 working days with 4 school classes per diem)
Also within the Business Master 2 Curs, the trainee can choose between:
- PowerPoint 2003 and Access 2003, or
- PowerPoint 2010 and Access 2010
Attending classes is not required as a condition for taking the exam. If a candidate has required knowledge, it is eligible to apply for testing, and after successfully passing the exams, the candidate gets ECDL certificate that is recognized throughout Europe. |
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What is the ECDL?
ECDL represents an international programme for education and knowledge testing in the context of Information Technologies – ICT. The programme consists of seven modules and after successfully completion of the exam from all programme units, you will get the European Computer Driving Licence – a license that is recognized in almost all EU countries and many other countries, members of ICDL programme (International Computer Driving Licence) – USA, Canada, Australia, Africa, and Asian countries. ECDL programme allows students to document the level of acquired knowledge about information technology through a series of standardized tests. Tests are done in authorized centers and resolved in the presence of authorized ECDL examiner and under the control of the authorized ECDL examiner. ECDL program has already been developed into a global standard for computer literacy. So far there are more than 2.5 million trainees registered in over 15 000 test centres.
History
ECDL beginnings date from the mid-90's in Finland. The European Commission delivered task to standardize the processes of computer education and acquired knowledge straight to the Council of European Professional Informatics Societies – CEPIS. CEPIS concluded that Finnish programme is applicable programme and after finishing the adjustment, it was approved in Sweden 1996, and after that in other countries of European Union.
During the time, European Computer Driver Licence (ECDL) concept expanded beyond the borders of the European Community and the countries of North and South America, Australia, Asia and Africa where it is today known as the International Computer Drivers Licence (ICDL) Programme.
ECDL in the world?
Currently there are over 15,000 active test centers in 135 countries all over the world. In the UK there are over 4000, in Ireland 1100, in France 400, Austria 400, in Hungary 400, and 400 in Romania ...
So far, over 3 million people have deposited about 12 million tests.
The concept of ECDL is located in the European Commission, UNESCO/World Bank, the Governments of Australia, Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Egypt, England, Estonia, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Germany, Hungary, Sweden, Switzerland, Italy , Jordan, Poland, Portugal, Romania, and others, companies such as 3M, BMW, Coca Cola, Dunlop, Harrods, IBM, IKEA, Nokia, Opel, Philips, Renault, Volvo and others, as well as almost all banks and mobile networks in the world. (downloaded from the website www.ecdl.rs)
Who needs the ECDL programme?
ECDL is a programme designed for those who want to use a computer and use it on the right way. To undertake the program there is no need for special previous knowledge in the context of information technology, or the knowledge in computer skills - because all necessary skills for taking tests to get through the courses and literature are already prepared and provided through the ECDL programme.
If you think that you already have a necessary knowledge and you wish internationally recognized license - just contact us and sign up for taking the tests, or if you already have some level of knowledge and experience, and you want to take the training in those areas where you are lack of the background, you can also sign up for training and taking the tests!
What are the advantages compared to other programs?
The advantage of ECDL programme compared to similar programmes primarily is in the fact that it is not bound to any type of computer or specific operating system and is applicable to all major computer platforms. Also, the certificate is recognized in many countries, and preparatory courses are conducted by a special curriculum which is the same in all countries. Also, the questions in the exam are identical in all countries.
What the ECDL license represents to a candidate?
Almost every job requires computer skills, and employers often look for evidence of that knowledge. With internationally recognized ECDL license diploma, you are able to prove your future employer that you are able to use the computers. Featuring the internationally recognized ECDL license your future (even abroad) career will not be charged by proving knowledge of computers, also with the painstaking process of translating diploma validation.
You will be able to understand the basic principles of working with computers, and therefore you will be able to receive easier and faster new knowledge from ICT. This is especially important considering the rapid development of ICT field, frequent changes and improvements that give manufacturers of computer equipment and programs.
You will possess the practical knowledge that will enable faster and more efficient work on the computer, both at work and home. You will be able to realize the importance of inclusion in modern information era and the whole world of modern communications (Internet, e-mail, etc.).
What constitutes a test?
ECDL / ICDL is a test of practical skills and competencies and it consists of seven separate modules covering computer theory and practice. Module 1 is a theoretical test of computing knowledge at general level and Modules 2-7 are practical skills Tests, and it goes as follows:
1. Concepts of Information Technology (ICT)
2. Using the Computer and Managing Files
3. Word Processing
4. Working in Excel
5. Database
6. Presentations
7. Information and communication
Module 1 - Information Technology fundamentals
This module includes introduction to terminology and basics of computer architecture, common application settings, also the legal requirements and generally accepted norms in computers usage.
• Computer Components
• Concept of operating systems
• System Architecture
• Basic principles of communication with the computer
• Multimedia
• Information technology and social norms
• Health and safety
• The Future of ICT and more ...
Module 2 – Computers usage and setup (operating system)
This module refers to the so-called "interface" between the computer and user as well as the concepts of organization and management of information stored on your computer or available on network to which the computer is connected.
• Structure of folders
• Copy, move, delete
• Creating and modifying folders
• Discs formatting
• Launch and using the applications
and more...
Module 3 - Word Processing
This module covers the use of one software package for word processing (users usually require Microsoft Office Word):
• Basic concepts
• Opening, saving and deleting files
• Setting the page
• Text Input
• Copy, move and deleting the text
• Formatting the text and paragraphs
• Listing (and other numeric codes)
• Tables
• Breaking the larger documents
• Header and footer
• Working with cells
• Automatic formatting
• Merging and deleting the cells
• Making a record
and more...
Module 4 - Tabular views and analysis
Tabular views are very powerful and flexible business tools. This module teach us how to use Excel or similar software package for recording sales and / or budget data, perform the analysis based on so-called "What-If" concept, etc. It includes the following sections:
• Selection, data entry and retrieval
• Formatting a review
• Automatic options
• Defining the formula
• Setting up a website and printing
• The principles of modeling
• Absolute and relative addressing
• Connecting review
and more...
Module 5 - Databases
Working with databases is one of the essential segments that must be learned. Access or similar software package provides the knowledge for working with so-called “relational databases” and it manages the large volumes of information.
• Fields, types and characteristics
• Rules and procedures for validation
• Adding, deleting and updating the records
• Relationships between tables
• Selecting, updating, deleting and inserting the queries
• Search data
• Modifying the data structure
• Reporting and printing
and more...
Module 6 - Presentations and Graphics
This module is made for acquisition the knowledge and skills, also for making presentations and meeting with the drawing tools (Powerpoint).
Working with Objects:
• The lines, curves ...
• Filling and painting
• Grouping the objects
• Entering the text blocks
• Slides and Templates
• Listing (and other numeric codes)
• Main effects of the site and entering the effects
and more...
Module 7 - Internet and network services
Finally, one more concept that has to be learned is the concept of networking, which is today the backbone each virtually business (and similar) communications worldwide.
• Connecting to the Internet and "surfing"
• Favorite addresses
• Rearranging the folders
• Working with e-mail, addresses, sending and receiving
• Forwarding the messages, attachments and other e-mail services
and more...
How do I get a degree?
There are two options:
• Managers of schools and testing centers maintain the courses for examinations that comply with the requirements of the ECDL programme. After attending the course, one trainee can take the exam for each module. Once passed examination is recording in index of participants in RS, the ECDL database.
• Attending the classes is not required for taking the exam. If a candidate has required knowledge, it is eligible to apply for any testing center, and after successfully passing all exams, it gets the ECDL certificate that is recognized all over the world.
The appearance of ECDL (skill card) that keeps the records of passed exams:
How is ECDL programme implemented in Smart d.o.o.?
All programs are included through the courses with following options:
• Business Master 1 - depending on the choice of participants, the following activities Business Master Course 1 can be organized as follows:
- Windows XP, Word 2003, Excel 2003, Internet Explorer 8, Outlook Express or
- Windows 7, Word 2010, Excel 2010, Internet Explorer 8, Windows Live Mail
• Business Master 2 – also, within this course trainees may choose between:
- PowerPoint 2003 and Access 2003 or
- PowerPoint 2010 and Access 2010
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