Basic Computer Course (Premium
Student Book)
Complete Beginner Level • Notes • Activities • Worksheets • Tests • Projects
Course Overview
This course is designed for absolute beginners. By the end of this course, students
will be able to:
- Identify computer parts and their functions
- Use mouse and keyboard confidently
- Create drawings in Paint
- Type simple sentences
- Follow basic computer safety rules
How to use this book:
Each chapter contains:
• Easy Notes (learn)
• Practical Activity (do)
• Practice Work (apply)
• Worksheet (check)
• Homework (revise)
Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers
A computer is an electronic machine that helps us perform tasks quickly and
accurately.
We use computers in schools, homes, banks, hospitals and offices.
Uses of Computers:
- Studying and online classes
- Playing games
- Watching videos
- Drawing and designing
- Typing documents
Main Parts:
Monitor – shows output
CPU – brain of computer
Keyboard – typing device
Mouse – pointing device
A computer needs electricity and instructions from users to work.
Activity
Draw and label a computer. Color it neatly.
Practice Work
Say the names of 4 parts of computer loudly 3 times.
Worksheet
1. Computer is an ______ machine.
2. We type using ______.
3. CPU is the ______ of computer.
4. Write any two uses of computer.
Homework
Draw a computer in your notebook and label all parts.
Chapter 2: Mouse Skills
Mouse is an input device used to control the pointer on the screen.
Mouse Actions:
Left Click – select items
Double Click – open files
Right Click – show options
Drag and Drop – move objects
Proper mouse control helps in faster and smoother work.
Activity
Open Paint and draw a circle and a square using mouse.
Practice Work
Practice double-clicking icons 10 times.
Worksheet
5. Left click is used to ______.
6. Double click is used to ______.
7. Right click shows ______.
Homework
Draw a smiley face using Paint.
Chapter 3: Keyboard Basics
A keyboard is used to type letters, numbers and symbols.
Keys:
Alphabet Keys – A to Z
Number Keys – 0 to 9
Spacebar – gives space
Enter – next line
Backspace – deletes text
Typing practice improves speed and accuracy.
Activity
Type your name and your school name.
Practice Work
Type: I love my school. (5 times)
Worksheet
8. Spacebar is used to give ______.
9. Backspace is used to ______.
10. Correct: SCHOOOL → ______
Homework
Type 5 fruit names and save the file.
Chapter 4: Introduction to Paint
Paint is a basic drawing program.
Tools:
Brush – free drawing
Shapes – draw shapes
Fill Color – add color
We can save drawings and open them later.
Activity
Draw a house, tree and sun in Paint.
Practice Work
Use fill tool to color shapes.
Worksheet
11. Paint is used for ______.
12. Name one tool in Paint.
Homework
Draw your family in Paint.
Chapter 5: Computer Safety
Taking care of computer is important.
Rules:
- Keep hands clean
- Do not hit keyboard
- Sit properly
- Shutdown properly
Following rules increases life of computer.
Activity
Show correct sitting posture.
Worksheet
13. Write any 3 safety rules.
14. Why should we keep hands clean?
Homework
Write 5 rules of computer safety.
Chapter 6: Starting and Shutting Down Computer
Starting a computer:
1. Switch on power
2. Press CPU button
3. Wait for screen
Shutting down:
1. Click Start
2. Select Shutdown
Proper shutdown prevents damage.
Activity
Practice starting and shutting down (with guidance).
Worksheet
15. First step to start computer is ______.
16. Shutdown is important because ______.
Chapter 7: Introduction to Files and Saving
A file is a document or work we create.
Saving means storing work for future.
Steps:
- Click Save
- Give name
- Choose location
Opening file:
- Double click file
Activity
Save a file with your name.
Worksheet
17. A file is ______.
18. Saving means ______.
Chapter 8: Fun Practice & Mini Projects
Practice makes perfect.
Mini Projects:
- Draw your dream house
- Type about your best friend
- Draw a garden in Paint
Worksheet
Create one drawing and one typing work.
Final Revision Test
19. What is a computer?
20. Name 2 parts of computer.
21. What is mouse used for?
22. What is keyboard used for?
23. Draw a computer.
Final Project
Create a folder named 'My Computer Work' and include:
1. One Paint drawing
2. One typed paragraph
3. Save properly
Certificate
This is to certify that __________ has successfully completed Basic Computer Course.