Course Overview

What you will learn

Course outline

In this course, you will learn how to:

• Use English language and digital technology terminology related to two commonly used devices
• Use digital technology terminology to identify two uses of one common program
• Follow verbal or written instructions to apply digital technology skills to complete one short and simple digital technology task and one short and simple digital language learning activity
• Use simple terminology and expressions related to digital devices, programs, and their uses
• Understand spoken, digital, or paper-based instructions related to using technology and accessing digital programs for language learning
• Understand short, simple verbal or on-screen written instructions related to digital devices and their uses
• Use WHS terminology and follow instructions related to the use of technology
• Use expressions that show a short sequence of steps and advice in the use of technology, for example, first, next, and simple phrasal verbs such as turn on, turn off, and go to next
• Use simple question forms to seek assistance, clarification, repetition, or explanation
• Use technology in language learning
• Understand conventions, navigation, and layout in digital language learning tasks
• Develop the skills to find and use basic legal information relevant to the community
• Locate and navigate one informational website
• Access the internet on one occasion to develop digital communication skills
• Use an email program on one occasion to locate, open, and close an email
• Read, compose, and send one simple email
• Identify terminology related to digital devices, functions, programs, and the internet
• Understand spoken and written language related to accessing the internet and internet programs for language learning
• Understand simple verbal and on-screen written instructions, such as open the program and double click on next
• Use simple prepositions and prepositional phrases related to accessing digital technology, such as move the mouse under, over, or on that word, and scroll up or down
• Use simple connectives used in instructions and routine email communications
• Use simple adjectives, adverbs, and adverbial phrases used in routine instructions and communication
• Use simple sentence structures for email communication, such as simple compound sentences or simple question forms
• Use simple, common informal expressions, conventions, and protocols used in internet use and email communication
• Use a simple understanding of register in email communications

Course outcome

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Understand highly familiar digital terminology
• Minimise, maximise, and close screens
• Turn a computer off and on again as a troubleshooting strategy
• Operate equipment using a digital interface
• Make a call on a mobile phone
• Enter a delivery address into a GPS navigator and locate directions
• Connect and collaborate with others using a variety of digital devices and software to transact and communicate
• Understand an increasing range of uses of the internet for activities and transactions
• Understand and apply a limited number of digital netiquette conventions
• Initiate, maintain, and end online communications
• Begin to demonstrate some insight when sharing information over the internet
• Understand the importance of secure information and privacy
• Take some personal responsibility for identifying and managing risk factors
• Ensure security protection software is downloaded and updated
• Select an appropriate audience for communication

What is involved

Time commitment

This course will include both classroom-based sessions and home study.

Assessment

Assessment (including recognition of prior learning) must:

• Meet the requirements of the relevant training package or accredited course
• Be conducted in accordance with the principles of assessment and the rules of evidence
• Meet workplace and, where relevant, regulatory requirements

For this course, assessment will entail the following:

Assessment methods include written and oral tasks, practical tasks, and observation by the assessor. You will be informed when assessments are to take place.

What you need to know

Entry requirements

An appropriate level of language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) skills is required to enrol in this course. Macquarie Community College may conduct a pre-training assessment (PTA) as part of the pre-enrolment process.

What you need to provide

• All course material is provided and included in the course fees
• Notepad and pen

Fees and government subsidies

The Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) Program, funded by the Australian Government, provides support and training in language, literacy, numeracy, and digital skills to help you prepare for work and further study.

*Eligibility criteria apply. The SEE Program is funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations and is free to all eligible participants.

Students will need to supply the required evidence in accordance with SEE Program eligibility requirements.

• Eligible for SEE Program Training: Fee-Free
• Not Eligible for SEE Program Training: Contact us as you may qualify for ACE funding

If you're a prospective student, employer, or service provider, please visit https://www.macquarie.nsw.edu.au/skills-for-education-and-employment/ for more information, where you will find everything you need to know about the SEE Program before you enrol.

What you can do next

Study pathway

After completing this Digital Job Ready course, you could enrol in a Basic Computer course or numerous other career pathway courses.