National Institute of Electronics & Information
Technology
(Under Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Govt. of India)
http://www.nielit.gov.in/
NIELIT Virtual Academy
COURSE PROSPECTUS
Name of the Course: O level - IT TOOLS & Network Basics
Course Code: ITB41
Mode of Conduction: Online[Self-Paced]
Duration: 120 Hours
Objective of the Course
The goal of this course is to present overview of IT tools used in day to day use of
Computers. The Course has been designed to provide knowledge on various
hardwareand software components of computer, operating system, various packages
used fordifferent applications, and various issues related to IT and application of IT.
At the end of the course the students will be able to:-
✓ Acquire the foundation level knowledge required to understand computer and
itsoperations.
✓ Understand the hardware and software components of the computer.
✓ Understand the basic concept of operating system and get knowledge about
various different operating systems.
✓ Understand to use the packages of word processing, spread sheet and
presentationin detail.
✓ Understand the issues related to IT and IT applications.
Outcome of the Course:
An IT Tools and Network Basics course aims to equip individuals with fundamental
computer and networking knowledge. Upon completion, students typically acquire the
following skills and understanding:
✓ Proficiency in basic software applications like Word processing, spreadsheets,
presentations, email, and web browsing.
✓ Understanding of software concepts and their functions.
✓ Understanding network components (hardware and software), network
topologies, and communication protocols.
✓ Internet concepts: How the internet works, basic internet services (email, web
browsing, etc.), and internet security.
✓ Digital literacy: Safe and effective use of computers and digital resources.
✓ Awareness of emerging trends and technologies in IT and networking, such as
cloud computing, AI, Big Data Anlysis IoT , Cyber Security etc.
Course Fee: Rs: 590/-
Eligibility:
12th
Or ITI Certificate (Two Years) after class 10
Or ITI Certificate (One Years) after class 10 with one year of experience post
qualification. Or Successful completion of the second year of a Government recognized
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National Institute of Electronics & Information
Technology
(Under Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Govt. of India)
http://www.nielit.gov.in/
polytechnic engineering diploma course after class 10, Training of ‘O’ Level course
concurrently during the third year of the said 3 years Polytechnic engineering diploma
course.
Methodology:
✓ Teaching Mode: Self-Pace
✓ Access from anywhere anytime
✓ Content Access through e-learning portal
✓ Doubt Clearing Session
✓ Practical Oriented
Registration Link: http://nva.nielit.gov.in
Contact Details:
• Course coordinator Name: Smt. Priyanka Srivastava
• Email: [email protected]
• Mobile number: 7706009331
Contents:
Module: M1-R5.1 IT Tools and Network Basics
Computer Appreciation and Organization
UNIT 1 Computer and Latest IT gadgets, Evolution of Computers & its applications,
IT gadgets and their applications, Basics of Hardware and Software, Central
Processing Unit, Input devices, Output devices, Computer Memory & storage,
Application Software, Systems Software, Utility Software, Open source and
Proprietary Software, Mobile Apps.
Introduction to Operating System
UNIT 2 Operating System, Basics of Operating System, Operating Systems for
Desktop and Laptop, Operating Systems for Mobile Phone and Tablets, User
Interface for Desktop and Laptop, Task Bar, Icons & shortcuts, running an
application, Operating System simple setting, using mouse and changing its
properties, changing system date and time, changing display properties, Add
or remove Program and its features, adding, removing &sharing Printers, File
and Folder management, types of file extensions.
Word Processing
UNIT 3 Word Processing Basics, Opening Word Processing Package, Title Bar, Menu
Bar, Toolbars & Sidebar, Creating a New Document, Opening and Closing
Documents, Opening Documents, Save and Save As, Closing Document,
Using The Help, Page Setup, Page Layout, Borders, Watermark, Print Preview,
Printing of Documents, PDF file and Saving a Document as PDF file,
Text Creation and manipulation, Document Creation, Editing Text, Text
Selection, Cut, Copy and Paste, Font, Color, Style and Size selection,
Alignment of Text, Undo & Redo, AutoCorrect, Spelling & Grammar, Find
and Replace.
Formatting the Text, Creating and using user defined Styles, Paragraph
Indentation, Bullets and Numbering, Change case, Header & Footer
Table Manipulation, Insert & Draw Table, Changing cell width and height,
Alignment of Text in cell, Delete / Insertion of Row, Column and Merging &
Splitting of Cells, Border and Shading,
Mail Merge, Table of Contents, Indexes, Adding Comments, Tracking
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changes, Macros
Spreadsheet
UNIT 4 Elements of Spread Sheet, Creating of Spread Sheet, Concept of Cell Address
[Row and Column] and selecting a Cell, Entering Data [text, number, date] in
Cells, Page Setup, Printing of Sheet, Saving Spreadsheet, Opening and
Closing,
Manipulation of Cells & Sheet, Modifying / Editing Cell Content , Formatting
Cell (Font, Alignment, Style ), Cut, Copy, Paste & Paste Special, Changing
Cell Height and Width, Inserting and Deleting Rows, Column, AutoFill
Sorting & Filtering, Freezing panes ,Formulas, Functions and Charts, Using
Formulas for Numbers (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication & Division),
AutoSum, Functions (Sum, Count, MAX, MIN, AVERAGE),Sort, Filter,
Advanced Filter, Database Functions ( DSUM, DMIN,DMAX, DCOUNT,
DCOUNTA)
What-if Analysis, Pivot table Charts (Bar, Column, Pie, Line), Data Validation.
Presentation
UNIT 5 Creation of Presentation, Creating a Presentation Using a Template, Creating
a Blank Presentation, Inserting & Editing Text on Slides, Inserting and
Deleting Slides in a Presentation, Saving a Presentation,
Manipulating Slides, Inserting Table , Adding Pictures, Inserting Other
Objects, Resizing and Scaling an Object
Creating & using Master Slide, Presentation of Slides , Choosing a Set Up for
Presentation, Running a Slide Show
Transition and Slide Timings, Automating a Slide Show, Providing Aesthetics
to Slides & Printing, Enhancing Text Presentation, Working with Color and
Line Style,
Adding Movie and Sound, Adding Headers, Footers and Notes, Printing Slides
and Handouts
Introduction to Internet and WWW
UNIT 6 Basic of Computer Networks, Local Area Network (LAN), Wide Area
Network (WAN), Network Topology
Internet, Concept of Internet & WWW, Applications of Internet, Website
Address and URL, Introduction to IP Address
ISP and Role of ISP, Internet Protocol, Modes of Connecting Internet
(HotSpot, Wifi, LAN Cable, BroadBand, USB Tethering), Identifying and uses
of IP/MAC/IMEI of various devices
Popular Web Browsers (Internet Explorer/Edge, Chrome, Mozilla Firefox,
Opera etc.), Exploring the Internet , Surfing the web, Popular Search Engines,
Searching on Internet, Downloading Web Pages, Printing Web Pages
E-mail, Social Networking and e-Governance Services
UNIT 7 Structure of E-mail, Using E-mails, Opening Email account, Mailbox: Inbox
and Outbox, Creating and Sending a new E-mailReplying to an E-mail
message, Forwarding an E-mail message, Searching emails, Attaching files
with email, Email Signature
Social Networking & e-Commerce, Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, Instagram,
Instant Messaging (Whatsapp, Facebook Messenger, Telegram), Introduction
to Blogs
Basics of E-commerce, Netiquettes, Overview of e-Governance, Services like
Railway Reservation, Passport, e-Hospital [ORS], Accessing e-Governance
Services on Mobile Using “UMANG APP”, Digital Locker
Digital Financial Tools and Applications
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UNIT 8 Digital Financial Tools, Understanding OTP [One Time Password]and QR
[Quick Response] Code, UPI [Unified Payment Interface], AEPS [Aadhaar
Enabled Payment System],
USSD [Unstructured Supplementary Service Data], Card [Credit / Debit],
eWallet, PoS [Point of Sale]
Internet Banking, National Electronic Fund Transfer (NEFT), Real Time Gross
Settlement (RTGS), Immediate Payment Service (IMPS), Online Bill Payment
Overview of Futureskills and Cyber Security
UNIT 9 Introduction to Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data Analytics, Cloud
Computing, Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence, Social & Mobile
Blockchain Technology, 3D Printing/ Additive Manufacturing, Robotics
Process Automation Cyber Security, Need of Cyber Security, Securing PC,
Securing Smart Phone
Examination & Certification
Category Theory Total
M1-R5.1: Information 01 100
Technology Tools and
Network Basics
Marks 100 100
After successful completion of the course, candidate will get an online certificate with
the following Grading Scheme:
Marks Range Grade Certificate Type
85% and above S Graded
75-84% A Graded
65-74% B Graded
55-64% C Graded
50-54% D Graded
<50% F Participation
Attended the Course but not N Participation
appeared in Examination
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