Fathers Forever Coalition Computer Applications Class UNIT 1 Basics computer structure How to turn on the machine Hardware components (input and output devices) What is the Operating System (the onion - hardware, operating system, applications) How the hardware and operating system work together File systems and computer storage UNIT 2 Introduction to Microsoft Word (word processing program) How to navigate the Word screen Creating and formatting a new document Making a document communicate your message UNIT 3 Using Microsoft Word to create a resume and job application cover letter Inserting tables into documents Creating numbered lists and outlines Borders and colors for making specific points stand out UNIT 4 Refining the resume and cover letter Creating a cover letter template UNIT 5 Introduction to Microsoft Excel (spreadsheet program) Learning to communicate effectively using numbers How to navigate the Excel screen Creating and formatting a new spreadsheet UNIT 6 Using Excel formulas Using Excel built-in functions How to make specific points stand out UNIT 7 Using Excel to create a family budget worksheet UNIT 8 Bring it all together Job searching using the Internet Searching for information using the Internet Emailing responses to job advertisements Updating information on resume   NOTE: Depending on the needs of each class, the details of content will be adjusted to include and emphasis the details that will best fill the near-term needs of class participants