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Computer Training Courses
ECDL - European Computer Driving Licence
General Information
Course Modules
European Computer Skills Card (ECSC)
Tests
Benefits to an Individual
Course Levels
General Information
The ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) establishes standards for everyone who uses a computer in either a professional or a personal capacity. It is a certificate that verifies your competence and declares your computer skills. European employers all agree on the need for this standard definition of practical competence in Information Technology.
The ECDL is for anyone who wants to certify his or her computer skills. Large multinationals have already adopted the licence, setting it as the performance benchmark they expect from their employees. The licence matches the needs of both Irish staff and employers in its clear definition of essential computer skills. It dispels any vagueness in your professed experience or in your job specifications.
The ECDL is a certificate of proven competence, which indicates that the holder has passed one theoretical test, which assesses their knowledge of the basic concepts of Information Technology, and six Practical tests - which assess the holder is competence in using the computer. The overall objective of the ECDL program is a general improvement in the basic knowledge of computers and a higher level of competence in computing. The 7 Modules are as follows:
Course Modules
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Module 1 - The Basic Concepts of Information Technology (IT) (Theoretical) More info...
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Module 2 - Using the Computer and Managing Files (Practical)
- it is important to understand the basic housekeeping functions required for the efficient use of the computer. More info... -
Module 3 - Word Processing (Practical)
- using the computer for the creation, editing, formatting, storing and printing of a document. Most documents used today are produced by word processing applications. More info... -
Module 4 - Spreadsheet (Practical)
- similar to a manual spreadsheet, with the ability to perform calculations rapidly. It is used in preparing budgets, producing forecasts, business graphics and financial reports. More info... -
Module 5 - Database (Practical)
- assists in the organisation of large volumes of data to allow fast and flexible access to that data. More info... -
Module 6 - Presentation (Practical)
- the use of computer-based presentation tools has grown in many application areas to support effective communication. These tools are used extensively in business and in teaching. More info... -
Module 7 - Information and Communication (Practical)
- the use of networks has grown from a desire to share resources and to communicate with others. Millions of computers are connected together around the world, so it is important the ECDL holders can make effective use of the "Information Super Highway." More info...
Back to TopThe ECDL is a certificate of proven competence.
European Computer Skills Cards (ECSC)
A Skills Card is an official form, which is used to record the accreditation for each test successfully completed. As you pass each test, the Skills Card will be updated. When all seven tests have been passed, the candidate will send the Skills Card to the ECDL office where it will be exchanged for a European Computer Driving Licence.
Tests
All tests should be completed within three years of starting. The testing will be reliable and only those who prove to be skilled and with the right level of knowledge will pass the tests. The time allowed for each test is 45 minutes. All questions and documentation will be securely handled after the tests.
Benefits to an individual
An internationally recognised qualification.
Unlike other IT qualifications the Computer Driving Licence knows no boundaries.
It allows mobility within business across the globe.
Confirmation to prospective employers that you have up-to-date IT
skills and knowledge.
The Computer Driving Licence syllabus clearly indicates skill levels
in specific areas of IT. All licence holders have irrefutable proof that
they have reached a certain level of competency in these specific areas.
Essentially it clears up any vagueness in a persons so-called "IT
experience."
Improved job prospects
New technologies have a significant impact on a company's competitiveness
in the global economy. Employers recognise the need to have a computer
literate workforce. Scarcity of IT skills is a concern to the business
community. As a licence holder of a qualification that is free of any
bias towards hardware or software, you have a competitive advantage when
looking for a new career opportunity as IT knowledge is regarded as a
key asset.
Course Levels
Assist Training plans to run this course on two levels depending on your level of previous experience. The exams are the same for both levels, but those who have more experience in the area of computers can complete a more intensive course programme.
Level
2 - Intermediate
designed for candidates who have some experience of Computer Applications
or who would have completed City and Guilds Computers and Computing I.
Duration: 13 weeks (39 hrs)
Level
3 - Advanced
designed for candidates who would have a good working knowledge of computer
applications or who would have completed a City and Guild Diploma in Information
Technology.
Duration: 10 weeks (30 hrs)
NB: if you have a good working knowledge of a particular area, you may be exempt from studying the module but must sit the exam in order to qualify for your Driving Licence.
Next: Module 1 - The Basic Concepts of Information Technology (IT) 
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