What computer skills will I need?

What computer skills do I need?

To successfully complete NOVA’s hybrid courses you will need some basic computer skills and access to equipment. Skills that you probably need to have – or be willing to learn quickly – are listed below. You will also find the minimum hardware requirements needed to take these classes. Additional skills and requirements might vary by instructor.

Minimum Computer Skills You'll Need:

1. Start up a computer, and find and execute software programs.

2. Organize, copy, paste, name and rename data files.

3. Operate a word processor, and save and organize the resulting documents.

4. Cut and paste information from one document to another, and from one program to another.

5. Access and browse the World Wide Web.

6. Send and receive e-mail, and attach data files to an e-mail.

7. Save attached files from an e-mail.

8. Download and save data files from a website.

9. Download and install computer software.

10. Navigate and post to a Web-based course bulletin board (in Blackboard).

Adapted from Gordon Hensley at AppState.edu