TestOut Digital Literacy Pro

Course Outline (V2.0)

Course Specifications

  • Videos: 110 (5:33:20)
  • Demonstrations: 72 (2:49:15)
  • Simulations: 86
  • Fact Sheets: 69
  • Exams: 100

Contents:

    1. 1.0 Course Overview
      • 1.1 Living in the Digital World
        • 1.1.1 Digital Literacy and Citizenship Overview (1:23)
        • 1.1.2 How Technology Influences Career Choice (1:31)
      • 1.2 Computer Technology Overview
        • 1.2.1 Computer Overview (2:18)
        • 1.2.2 Computer Network Overview (3:33)
        • 1.2.3 The Future of Computer Technologies (2:47)
        • 1.2.4 Learning Review: Computer Overview
      • 1.3 How to Learn with the Digital Literacy Course
        • 1.3.1 Take Ownership of Your Learning (3:14)
        • 1.3.2 Practice, Practice, Practice (2:49)
    2. 2.0 Keyboarding
      • 2.1 Keyboarding Skills
        • 2.1.1 Computer Keyboard and Typing Ergonomics (2:44)
        • 2.1.2 Finger Placement (3:20)
        • 2.1.3 Keyboarding Practice Tips (2:55)
      • 2.2 Letter Practice
        • 2.2.1 Home Row Letters
        • 2.2.2 Pointer Finger Practice
        • 2.2.3 Middle Finger Practice
        • 2.2.4 Ring Finger Practice
        • 2.2.5 Pinky Finger Practice
        • 2.2.6 Numbers
        • 2.2.7 Shift Keys
      • 2.3 Word Practice
        • 2.3.1 Common Words
        • 2.3.2 Word Practice 1
        • 2.3.3 Word Practice 2
        • 2.3.4 Word Practice 3
        • 2.3.5 Mixed Case
      • 2.4 Sentence Practice
        • 2.4.1 Aesop's Fables
        • 2.4.2 Pride and Prejudice
        • 2.4.3 A Journey to the Center of the Earth
    3. 3.0 Hardware
      • 3.1 Hardware Chapter Overview
        • 3.1.1 What is Computer Hardware? (0:50)
        • 3.1.2 Input and Output (2:37)
        • 3.1.3 Bits, Bytes, and Buses (5:00)
        • 3.1.4 Binary Decimal Conversion (3:41)
        • 3.1.5 Hexadecimal (2:14)
        • 3.1.6 Hertz, Bytes, and Metric Prefixes
        • 3.1.7 Best Practices (3:55)
        • 3.1.8 Learning Review: Hardware Overview
        • 3.1.9 Using the Hardware Labs (3:25)
      • 3.2 Peripheral and External Devices
        • 3.2.1 Peripheral and External Devices (1:39)
        • 3.2.2 Common Peripheral Devices
        • 3.2.3 Printers
        • 3.2.4 Learning Review: Peripheral Devices
        • 3.2.5 Connect Peripheral Devices
      • 3.3 Motherboard
        • 3.3.1 The Motherboard (4:51)
        • 3.3.2 Motherboards From Different Computers
        • 3.3.3 Motherboard Ports and Connectors (4:21)
        • 3.3.4 Learning Review: Choose a Motherboard
        • 3.3.5 Learning Review: Motherboard Ports
        • 3.3.6 Learning Review: Motherboard Backplane
      • 3.4 Internal Components
        • 3.4.1 Internal Components (1:08)
        • 3.4.2 The CPU and Microprocessor (4:24)
        • 3.4.3 Install a CPU
        • 3.4.4 Short-Term Memory (4:54)
        • 3.4.5 Install RAM
        • 3.4.6 Long-Term Storage (4:22)
        • 3.4.7 Install Hard Drives
        • 3.4.8 GPU (3:47)
        • 3.4.9 Monitors and Touchscreens (2:48)
        • 3.4.10 Sound (1:34)
        • 3.4.11 Upgrade a Video Card
        • 3.4.12 Power and Cooling (3:03)
        • 3.4.13 Install a Power Supply
      • 3.5 Computer Hardware Capstone
        • 3.5.1 Learning Review: Hardware and More
        • 3.5.2 Troubleshooting Hardware Problems (4:27)
        • 3.5.3 Build a Computer Capstone - Part 1
        • 3.5.4 Build a Computer Capstone - Part 2
    4. 4.0 Operating System and File System
      • 4.1 Operating Systems
        • 4.1.1 Operating Systems and Applications (3:48)
        • 4.1.2 User Interfaces and Interactions (2:55)
        • 4.1.3 Common Operating System Features (4:17)
        • 4.1.4 Boot Process: Starting an OS (3:34)
      • 4.2 Windows Operating System Basics
        • 4.2.1 Windows OS Overview (3:31)
        • 4.2.2 Common UI Elements (3:19)
        • 4.2.3 Managing Applications (2:53)
        • 4.2.4 Learning Review: Using Windows
        • 4.2.5 Manage Applications
      • 4.3 Configure Windows
        • 4.3.1 Personalize Windows (3:10)
        • 4.3.2 Windows Display Settings (2:27)
        • 4.3.3 Personalize Windows and Use Display Settings
        • 4.3.4 Updating Drivers (2:48)
        • 4.3.5 Update Drivers
        • 4.3.6 Windows Update (2:56)
        • 4.3.7 Update Windows
      • 4.4 File Systems
        • 4.4.1 Files and Folders (4:57)
        • 4.4.2 Compressed Files (3:33)
        • 4.4.3 Organizing and Renaming Files (5:41)
        • 4.4.4 Using External Storage Devices (3:25)
        • 4.4.5 Use Windows File System
        • 4.4.6 Windows Command Line
        • 4.4.7 Use Windows File System: Command Line
        • 4.4.8 Move Files from an External Drive
      • 4.5 Other Common Operating Systems
        • 4.5.1 macOS Overview (3:37)
        • 4.5.2 Chrome OS Overview (4:22)
        • 4.5.3 Linux OS Overview (3:24)
        • 4.5.4 Use Linux File System (5:02)
        • 4.5.5 Linux Command Line
        • 4.5.6 Use Linux File System: Command Line
    5. 5.0 Introduction to Applications
      • 5.1 Application Software
        • 5.1.1 Apps on Different Computer Devices (3:02)
        • 5.1.2 Personal Information Software (2:16)
        • 5.1.3 Productivity Software (2:07)
        • 5.1.4 Communication Software (1:29)
        • 5.1.5 Entertainment Software (1:02)
        • 5.1.6 Digital Media Software (2:22)
        • 5.1.7 Troubleshoot Software Problems (2:39)
      • 5.2 Common Tasks in Microsoft Office Applications
        • 5.2.1 Basic File Management (3:05)
        • 5.2.2 Create and Save Files
        • 5.2.3 Printing Files (1:24)
        • 5.2.4 Print Files
        • 5.2.5 Undo, Redo, Cut, Copy, and Paste (3:10)
        • 5.2.6 Spelling and Grammar Check (1:06)
        • 5.2.7 Use Cut, Copy, and Paste
    6. 6.0 Word Processing
      • 6.1 Word Processing Software
        • 6.1.1 Digital Documents (0:44)
        • 6.1.2 Word Processors (2:37)
      • 6.2 Formatting Text
        • 6.2.1 Formatting Fonts (2:23)
        • 6.2.2 Additional Font Modifications (2:02)
        • 6.2.3 Modify Fonts
      • 6.3 Formatting Paragraphs and Pages
        • 6.3.1 Paragraph Formatting (2:20)
        • 6.3.2 Align and Format Paragraphs
        • 6.3.3 Bulleted and Numbered Lists (1:27)
        • 6.3.4 Create and Format Lists
        • 6.3.5 Tabs and Indentation (1:39)
        • 6.3.6 Margins and Orientation (0:55)
        • 6.3.7 Indentation and Page Options
      • 6.4 Tables
        • 6.4.1 Word Tables (1:35)
        • 6.4.2 Create, Modify, and Delete Tables
        • 6.4.3 Table Formatting (1:24)
        • 6.4.4 Customize a Table
      • 6.5 Images
        • 6.5.1 Inserting and Resizing Images (2:03)
        • 6.5.2 Work with Images
    7. 7.0 Spreadsheets
      • 7.1 Spreadsheet Software
        • 7.1.1 Spreadsheets (1:27)
        • 7.1.2 Common Spreadsheet Tools (1:45)
      • 7.2 Spreadsheet Navigation
        • 7.2.1 Workbooks and Worksheets (1:37)
        • 7.2.2 Rows and Columns (1:33)
        • 7.2.3 Navigate a Workbook
      • 7.3 Format Data
        • 7.3.1 Cell Formatting (1:06)
        • 7.3.2 Number Formatting (1:41)
        • 7.3.3 Format a Worksheet
      • 7.4 Formulas and Functions
        • 7.4.1 Cell References and Formulas (2:27)
        • 7.4.2 Common Functions (2:03)
        • 7.4.3 Use Formulas
        • 7.4.4 The Fill Handle and Flash Fill (2:24)
        • 7.4.5 Use Fill Options
      • 7.5 Tables and Charts
        • 7.5.1 Excel Tables (3:31)
        • 7.5.2 Use Excel Tables
        • 7.5.3 Formatting Charts (1:57)
        • 7.5.4 Chart Data (1:36)
        • 7.5.5 Use Charts
    8. 8.0 Presentations
      • 8.1 Presentation Software
        • 8.1.1 Digital Presentations (1:05)
        • 8.1.2 Common Presentation Tools (2:24)
      • 8.2 Slides
        • 8.2.1 Adding and Managing Slides (1:31)
        • 8.2.2 Add and Manage Slides
      • 8.3 Text and Images
        • 8.3.1 Formatting Text (1:15)
        • 8.3.2 Add and Format Text
        • 8.3.3 Inserting and Modifying Images (1:44)
        • 8.3.4 Insert and Modify Images
      • 8.4 Transitions and Animations
        • 8.4.1 Slide Transitions (1:15)
        • 8.4.2 Animations (1:34)
        • 8.4.3 Use Transitions and Animations
      • 8.5 Presenting
        • 8.5.1 Launching and Presenting a Slideshow (1:58)
        • 8.5.2 Present a Slideshow
    9. 9.0 Other Common Applications
      • 9.1 Email Software
        • 9.1.1 Sending Email (1:40)
        • 9.1.2 Formatting Email (1:56)
        • 9.1.3 Create and Send Messages
        • 9.1.4 Responding to Messages (1:38)
        • 9.1.5 Spam and Junk Email (0:56)
        • 9.1.6 Reply to Messages
        • 9.1.7 Learning Review: Writing and Sending Email
      • 9.2 Calendaring Software
        • 9.2.1 Digital Calendars (1:30)
        • 9.2.2 Creating Meetings (1:34)
        • 9.2.3 Schedule Meetings
      • 9.3 Database Software
        • 9.3.1 What is a Database? (3:07)
        • 9.3.2 Database Basics (3:59)
        • 9.3.3 Inserting and Modifying Data (3:52)
        • 9.3.4 Insert, Modify and Remove Data from a Database
        • 9.3.5 Query Basics (3:07)
        • 9.3.6 Create a Simple Query in a Database
      • 9.4 Digital Media Software
        • 9.4.1 Digital Media Software (3:58)
        • 9.4.2 Graphic and Photo Editing Software (4:52)
        • 9.4.3 Audio and Video Editing Software (4:29)
        • 9.4.4 Motion Graphics Software (2:08)
        • 9.4.5 3D Graphics and Animation Software (2:09)
    10. 10.0 Networks and Internet Technology
      • 10.1 Computer Networks
        • 10.1.1 Communication for Computers (4:41)
        • 10.1.2 Wired and Wireless Communication (4:44)
      • 10.2 Networking Devices and Cables
        • 10.2.1 Network Devices (3:58)
        • 10.2.2 Network Cards and Cables (3:47)
        • 10.2.3 Learning Review: Identify Networking Devices
        • 10.2.4 Install a Network Card
        • 10.2.5 Set a Static IP Address (1:31)
        • 10.2.6 Set an IP Address
        • 10.2.7 Create a Simple Wired Network
        • 10.2.8 Create a Simple Wireless Network
      • 10.3 Networking Protocols and Troubleshooting
        • 10.3.1 Networking Protocols Overview (3:20)
        • 10.3.2 Common Networking Protocols
        • 10.3.3 Learning Review: Protocols
        • 10.3.4 Network Types (3:22)
        • 10.3.5 Network Topology (2:45)
        • 10.3.6 Learning Review: Choose a Network Topology
        • 10.3.7 Troubleshooting Network Problems (4:00)
        • 10.3.8 OSI Model (3:40)
        • 10.3.9 Learning Review: OSI Model Layers
      • 10.4 Cloud Technology
        • 10.4.1 Cloud Computing Overview (3:32)
        • 10.4.2 Cloud Technology (2:46)
        • 10.4.3 Web Apps (2:19)
        • 10.4.4 Learning Review: Cloud Technology
      • 10.5 Online Communication & Collaboration
        • 10.5.1 Principles of Effective Communication (3:22)
        • 10.5.2 Global Collaboration (3:23)
        • 10.5.3 Synchronous and Asynchronous Communication (2:08)
        • 10.5.4 File Sharing Services (3:22)
        • 10.5.5 Share a File Using OneDrive
    11. 11.0 Internet, Social Media, and IoT
      • 11.1 The Internet and the World Wide Web
        • 11.1.1 Websites and Web Servers (3:36)
        • 11.1.2 IP Addresses and URLs (2:37)
        • 11.1.3 Internet Service Providers (2:44)
        • 11.1.4 Common Internet Browsers
        • 11.1.5 Browser Basics (1:20)
        • 11.1.6 Browser Cache and History (2:16)
        • 11.1.7 Browser Cookies and Settings (1:57)
        • 11.1.8 Browser Management
      • 11.2 Online Search
        • 11.2.1 Searching the Internet (2:20)
        • 11.2.2 Search Engines
        • 11.2.3 Evaluating Search Results (3:18)
        • 11.2.4 Search Operators and Advanced Search (2:37)
        • 11.2.5 Image Search Tools and Downloading Images (2:17)
        • 11.2.6 Learning Review: Use a Search Engine
        • 11.2.7 Evaluate Search Results
        • 11.2.8 Conduct an Advanced Search
        • 11.2.9 Search for Images
      • 11.3 Research
        • 11.3.1 Academic Research (3:07)
        • 11.3.2 Copyright and Digital Ownership
        • 11.3.3 Citations and References
        • 11.3.4 Learning Review: Copyrights and Trademarks
        • 11.3.5 Fake News and Evaluating Misinformation
      • 11.4 Social Media
        • 11.4.1 Social Media Overview (3:44)
        • 11.4.2 Social Media Responsibility (6:22)
        • 11.4.3 Social Networking
        • 11.4.4 User Reviews
        • 11.4.5 Content Sharing
        • 11.4.6 User Communities & Forums
        • 11.4.7 Learning Review: Choose a Social Media Platform
      • 11.5 Internet of Things (IoT)
        • 11.5.1 The Internet of Things (3:43)
        • 11.5.2 Popular IoT Devices
        • 11.5.3 Set Up IoT and Smart Devices (2:30)
    12. 12.0 Mobile Technology
      • 12.1 Mobile Operating Systems
        • 12.1.1 Mobile Devices (2:41)
        • 12.1.2 Mobile Operating Systems
        • 12.1.3 Common Mobile Settings (2:01)
        • 12.1.4 Learning Review: iOS Apps
        • 12.1.5 Explore iPad UI and Common Settings
        • 12.1.6 Use Cellular Settings
      • 12.2 Mobile Apps
        • 12.2.1 What Are Mobile Apps (2:30)
        • 12.2.2 Install and Remove Mobile Apps (2:25)
        • 12.2.3 Use the App Store on iPad
        • 12.2.4 Configure iPad Settings for Apps
      • 12.3 Mobile Connectivity
        • 12.3.1 Mobile Connection Types (2:12)
        • 12.3.2 Learning Review: Mobile Connections
        • 12.3.3 Wi-Fi (1:12)
        • 12.3.4 Connect to Wi-Fi
        • 12.3.5 Bluetooth (1:45)
        • 12.3.6 Use iPad Bluetooth
      • 12.4 Basic Security Settings
        • 12.4.1 Privacy Settings (3:51)
        • 12.4.2 Touch ID, Passcode, and Auto-Lock (2:28)
        • 12.4.3 Learning Review: Mobile Security
        • 12.4.4 Privacy Settings and Authentication
    13. 13.0 Digital Citizenship
      • 13.1 Be Empathetic and Ethical
        • 13.1.1 What is Digital Citizenship? (2:28)
        • 13.1.2 Empathy and Ethics (3:01)
        • 13.1.3 Show Empathy
        • 13.1.4 Personal Brand
      • 13.2 Be Responsible and Educated
        • 13.2.1 Being Responsible for Learning (2:26)
        • 13.2.2 Digital Etiquette (Netiquette)
        • 13.2.3 Competence and Safety (3:30)
        • 13.2.4 Digital Wellness (3:37)
        • 13.2.5 Learning Review: Email Safety and Etiquette
      • 13.3 Be Aware and Safe
        • 13.3.1 Dangers of Digital Worlds (3:16)
        • 13.3.2 Cyberbullying
        • 13.3.3 Personal Data
      • 13.4 Be Secure
        • 13.4.1 Data Safety and Security (2:41)
        • 13.4.2 Security with Email and Text Messages (3:24)
        • 13.4.3 Security with Online Browsing
        • 13.4.4 Security with IoT Devices
        • 13.4.5 Learning Review: Cybersecurity Online
        • 13.4.6 Configure Social Media Privacy Settings
        • 13.4.7 Evaluate Texts for Smishing
    14. 14.0 Programming Fundamentals
      • 14.1 Programming Overview
        • 14.1.1 Introduction to Programming (2:09)
        • 14.1.2 Programming Languages (5:03)
        • 14.1.3 Programming Language Facts
        • 14.1.4 Software Design Facts
      • 14.2 Computational Thinking
        • 14.2.1 Abstraction, Problem Solving, & Algorithmic Thinking (4:00)
        • 14.2.2 Instructions for Computers (2:01)
        • 14.2.3 Working with Pseudocode
        • 14.2.4 Programming Tools
        • 14.2.5 Coding Overview (1:39)
        • 14.2.6 JavaScript Overview (2:08)
        • 14.2.7 Using the JavaScript Code Visualizer (1:15)
        • 14.2.8 Working with Your First Program
      • 14.3 Data Operators
        • 14.3.1 Constants, Variables, and Data Types (1:51)
        • 14.3.2 Data Types
        • 14.3.3 Order of Operations (2:31)
        • 14.3.4 Arithmetic in JavaScript (2:23)
        • 14.3.5 Data Operator Facts
        • 14.3.6 Using Data Operators
      • 14.4 Functions in Programming
        • 14.4.1 Modular Programming (2:52)
        • 14.4.2 Functions in JavaScript (3:08)
        • 14.4.3 Function Facts
        • 14.4.4 Working with Functions
        • 14.4.5 String Functions (1:38)
        • 14.4.6 Working with String Functions & Formatting
      • 14.5 Conditions
        • 14.5.1 Structured Programming (2:59)
        • 14.5.2 IF Then Else
        • 14.5.3 Using IF Then Else
        • 14.5.4 Code Blocks
        • 14.5.5 Relational Operators
        • 14.5.6 Logical Operators
        • 14.5.7 Working with Conditions & Operators
        • 14.5.8 Branching Statements
        • 14.5.9 Using Branching Statements
      • 14.6 Loops
        • 14.6.1 Using Loops (3:11)
        • 14.6.2 While Loop
        • 14.6.3 Working with While Loops
        • 14.6.4 For Loops
        • 14.6.5 Using For Loops
      • 14.7 Arrays
        • 14.7.1 Arrays and Lists (1:10)
        • 14.7.2 Index Notation
        • 14.7.3 Displaying Array Members
        • 14.7.4 Working with Arrays & Lists
        • 14.7.5 Arrays and Functions (1:50)
        • 14.7.6 Working with Arrays & Functions
      • 14.8 Programming Summary
        • 14.8.1 Finding and Fixing Bugs (4:35)
        • 14.8.2 Programming Terminology
    15. 15.0 Problem Solving and Project Planning
      • 15.1 Project Planning
        • 15.1.1 Define Project Goals (4:42)
        • 15.1.2 Identify the Audience (3:36)
        • 15.1.3 Visualize Solutions (2:19)
        • 15.1.4 Design Processes (2:56)
        • 15.1.5 Using Feedback (2:22)
      • 15.2 Carrying Out a Project
        • 15.2.1 Goals and Progress (2:47)
        • 15.2.2 Collaborative Content Creation (2:10)
        • 15.2.3 Collaborative Review and Feedback (2:24)
        • 15.2.4 Team and Task Management (2:56)
        • 15.2.5 Share and Present (4:32)
    16. 16.0 Career Pathways
      • 16.1 IT/IS Careers
        • 16.1.1 IT Support Technician
        • 16.1.2 Network Administrator
        • 16.1.3 System Administrator
      • 16.2 Programming Careers
        • 16.2.1 Software Engineer
        • 16.2.2 Web Developer
        • 16.2.3 QA Engineer
      • 16.3 Engineering Careers
        • 16.3.1 Electrical Engineer
        • 16.3.2 Mechanical Engineer
        • 16.3.3 Chemical Engineer
      • 16.4 Data Careers
        • 16.4.1 Data Engineer
        • 16.4.2 Data Analyst
        • 16.4.3 Database Administrator
      • 16.5 Cybersecurity Careers
        • 16.5.1 Cybersecurity Analyst
        • 16.5.2 Cybersecurity Engineer
        • 16.5.3 Penetration Tester
      • 16.6 Digital Media Careers
        • 16.6.1 Graphic Designer
        • 16.6.2 Photographer and Videographer
        • 16.6.3 Animator
      • 16.7 Career Preparation
        • 16.7.1 Career Goal Setting and Preparation
        • 16.7.2 Gaining Education and Experience
        • 16.7.3 Networking
        • 16.7.4 Resume Writing
        • 16.7.5 Interviewing Skills
        • 16.7.6 Learning Review: Resume Writing
        • 16.7.7 Learning Review: Career Preparation
    17. A.0 TestOut Digital Literacy Pro - Practice Exams
      • A.1 Prepare for TestOut Digital Literacy Pro Certification
        • A.1.1 Pro Exam Objectives
        • A.1.2 Pro Exam Objectives by Course Section
        • A.1.3 How to take the Pro Exam
        • A.1.4 Pro Exam FAQs
      • A.2 TestOut Digital Literacy Pro Exam Domain Review
        • A.2.1 Pro Objective 1: Hardware
        • A.2.2 Pro Objective 2: Operating Systems
        • A.2.3 Pro Objective 3: Applications
        • A.2.4 Pro Objective 4: Programming
        • A.2.5 Pro Objective 5: Networks
        • A.2.6 Pro Objective 6: Cybersecurity
      • A.3 TestOut Digital Literacy Pro Certification Practice Exam
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