File Management and Protection/Course Schedule
File Management and Protection
Basic skills on how to manage and protect data using a computer in the workplace or at home.
An OP Online course from the National Certificate in Computing (Level 2) programme.
Course schedule
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If you haven't already done so, please read the section on Getting started as this section has important information to help you succeed. If you plan to complete the assessment tasks so you can get credit for Unit Standard 2781, please also read the material in the Assessment overview.
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The course schedule below provides you with suggested timeframes for completing this course, based on around 30 hours in total. How long you spend on each section is up to you, so the suggested times below are just a guide.
Remember to take regular breaks, especially when working on a computer! You shouldn't try to complete any unit in one sitting.
Ready to get going, then click on the name of a unit below.
| Unit | Overview | Topics |
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| Unit 1: File Management |
This unit provides guidance on how to manage files while using a personal computer system, including step-by-step instructions on how to open, copy, name, move and delete files. Time: around 15 hours |
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| Unit 2: Common Threats |
This unit introduces you to common threats to files.
Time: around 5 hours |
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| Unit 3: Data Protection |
This unit covers data protection measure to files on your computer system.
Time: around 5 hours |
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| Unit 4: Ethical Issues | This unit introduces you to ethical issues in relation to computer files.
Time: around 5 hours |
