Short Course
Introduction to Computing
Want a free and easy way to gain computing skills? This course is ideal! Suitable for those with few or no computing skills, it can also be used as a refresher course for slightly more experienced users.
About the course
The flexibility of the course allows you to start at any time and to work at a pace that suits you with help from a facilitator when required. Topics covered include an introductory course to Word, Excel and Powerpoint basics. The skills you gain in this course are a good pathway into certificates in computing and business administration.
Course dates and delivery
This course is delivered over one year, part-time and you can start anytime.
It's taught at our Mosgiel Community Learning Centre.
Address: 7 Hartstonge Avenue, Mosgiel
Phone: 0800 762 786 or 027 625 9091
Email: Jacquie.hayes@op.ac.nz
Course fee
Free!
Entry requirements
Open entry.
Timing
Check out our Mosgiel Community Learning Centre page for the timetable.
Additional documentation
You must supply certified copies of proof of identity e.g. passport or birth certificate.
You will study
- Windows Basics
- Introductory Word
- Excel
- Powerpoint
- Internet/email
- File management
- Google Drive and documents management
Your workload
This course is flexible so that you can work at a pace that suits you.
Further study options
Build upon your skills and boost your employment potential with our New Zealand Certificate in Computing (Intermediate User) (Level 3). This programme is offered at our Dunedin campus over one semester full-time.
For further information
Please email Jacquie.hayes@op.ac.nz or phone 0800 765 786
We are part of Te Pūkenga
When you apply to study with Otago Polytechnic, you will be enrolled with Te Pūkenga, the new national network of vocational and applied education in Aotearoa New Zealand. You will learn in the same way, in the same place, and with the same people, and you will graduate with a Te Pūkenga qualification.
Disclaimer
While every effort is made to ensure that this sheet is accurate, Otago Polytechnic reserves the right to amend, alter or withdraw any of the contained information. The fees shown in this document are indicative only. Both domestic and international fees are subject to change and are dependent on the development and implementation of Government policies. Please note that additional fees may from time to time be required for external examination, NZQA fees and/or additional material fees.
