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Module 3 - Word Processing
The following is the Syllabus for Module 3, which is the basis for the Practical Test on Word Processing. This module consists of two sections; the first covering the basics tasks of word processing the second covering some more advanced tasks. The candidate must demonstrate the practical ability to use word processing on a computer. The test consists of several tasks covering both the basic and advanced tasks.
On completion of Module 3, the individual will have a sound knowledge of how a word processing application can be used, they will be able to understand and accomplish normal everyday operations, editing or creating new documents and be able to use the functions available.
- Access a word processing package and load the software
- Open an existing document
- Enter text - key in text (small amounts)
- Insert text
- Delete text Create a document
- Enter text - key in text (small amounts)
- Insert text
- Save a document onto a diskette or onto disc
- Use the functions available in a standard word processing system
- Move text within a document
- Copy within a document or to another document
- Replace words with other words
- Change the appearance of text
- Use italics
- Embolden Centre and underline text Change fonts
- Change line spacing
- Control justification of text
- Use a spell-check program and make changes where necessary
- Print documents and part of a document
- Create a header and footer
- Change the pagination of a document
- Use pagination
- Use Help Functions
- Indent Text
- Merge mailing lists with a document
- Import tables and graphics
- Create a table within a document
- Use and set tabs
- Format documents to a business style in use within an organisation
- Hyphenate
- Use templates
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