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Concepts of Information Technology
Aim: The aim of this unit is to ensure each participant understands
basic concepts of IT
- explain
the terms hardware and software
- name
four items of computer hardware
- name
four items of computer software
- name
the four elements of a computer system (i.e. Input, Processing, Storage,
Output)
- identify
four input devices
- identify
four output devices
- compare
different types of printer with regard to quality and cost
- define
that the byte is the basic unit of storage and explain the terms KB,
MB, GB
- identify
four storage devices {e.g. Fixed disk, Floppy disk, Tape, CD ROM}
- explain
the terms file, folder/directory, drive
- explain
what it means to format a disk
- explain
storage capacity
- explain
the term CPU
- explain
the function of memory (RAM)
- identify
computer systems commonly used in the home (e.g. Microwave, Burglar
Alarm, Games, Household Accounts)
- identify
computer systems commonly used in Business (e.g. ATMs, Supermarket Scanners,
Accounting, Payroll)
- recognise
the ability of computers to communicate with one another
- distinguish
between a LAN and a WAN
- identify
the components necessary to connect a computer to an Internet Provider
(i.e. PC, Modem, Phone Line and Software)
- list
common services available from an Internet provider
- outline
the main points of the Data Protection Act
· Worksheets
· Additional Worksheets
These notes act as a support to a training programme. Anyone competing
an ICT programme will find them an essential tool.
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