Semester 1: Foundations & Office Tools

The first semester focuses on making the student "computer literate" and proficient in essential workplace software.

• Fundamentals of Computers: History of computers, hardware vs. software, input/output devices, and storage units.
• Operating Systems: Introduction to Windows and GUI (Graphical User Interface), and basic command-line interfaces like MS-DOS.
• MS Office Suite (Basic to Intermediate):
• MS Word: Document creation, formatting, and mail merge.
• MS Excel: Spreadsheets, basic formulas, and data visualization.
• MS PowerPoint: Creating professional presentations.

Semester 2: (i) Programming & Database Management

The second semester shifts toward technical skills, including logic building and managing data.

• Database Management Systems (DBMS): Introduction to MS Access or MySQL. Learning how to create tables, queries, and simple databases.

or

• Programming in C or Visual Basic: * Introduction to logic, variables, and loops.
• Writing basic programs to solve mathematical problems.

or

• Web Designing (HTML/CSS): Learning how to build static web pages using HTML tags and styling them with CSS.

(ii)

• Internet & E-Commerce: Understanding web browsers, email etiquette, search engines, and the basics of online transactions.

(iii)

• Multimedia & DTP (Optional/Elective): Basics of Photoshop or PageMaker for digital publishing.

Skills You Will Gain

Category

Skillset

Office Automation

Speed typing, professional reporting, and data entry.

Data Handling

Managing records and basic data analysis in Excel.

Development

Building simple websites and understanding coding logic.

IT Support

Troubleshooting basic hardware and software issues.

Career Opportunities

After completing this diploma, you can apply for roles such as:

• Data Entry Operator
• Office Assistant
• Computer Lab Technician
• Junior Programmer
• Help Desk Support