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General Outcome F6
Students will demonstrate a basic understanding of the operating skills required in a variety of technologies.

Specific Outcomes

Division 1
1.1 perform basic computer operations, which may vary by environment, including powering up, inserting disks, moving the cursor, clicking on an icon, using pull-down menus, executing programs, saving files, retrieving files, printing, ejecting disks and powering down
1.2 use proper keyboarding techniques for the home row, enter, space bar, tab, backspace, delete and insertion-point arrow keys
1.3 operate basic audio and video equipment, including inserting, playing, recording and ejecting media
 
Division 2
2.1 power up and power down various technologies and peripherals correctly
2.2 use and organize files and directories
2.3 use peripherals, including printers and scanners
2.4 use appropriate keyboarding techniques for the alphabetic and punctuation keys
 
Division 3
3.1 connect and use audio, video and digital equipment
3.2 perform routine data maintenance and management of personal files
3.3 demonstrate proficiency in uploading and downloading text, image, audio and video files
3.4 demonstrate the ability to control devices electronically
3.5 describe the steps involved in loading software
3.6 identify and apply safety procedures, including antivirus scans and virus checks, to maintain data integrity
 
Division 4
4.1 continue to demonstrate the outcomes addressed within the previous divisions. Students interested in pursuing advanced study in such areas as electronics, programming, computer-aided design and drafting (CADD), robotics and other industrial applications of technology will find opportunities in Career and Technology Studies (CTS) courses.

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