Windows XP and Outlook 2003

Course Outline

Duration: 1 Day

Description: This course introduces students to the Windows desktop components. Students learn how to navigate the folder hierarchy and search for files by using My Computer and Windows Explorer, and manage files and folders by using the Recycle Bin. Course activities also cover customizing the desktop. In Outlook, students will learn how to configure an e-mail account, read, create, and send messages, and work with file attachments. They will also learn how to organize messages, set delivery options, print messages, set up a mail merge, and use the Calendar.

Course Content:

Unit 1: Getting started with Windows XP
Topic A: Introducing the Windows XP desktop
Topic B: Using the taskbar and Start menu
Topic C: Working with window components

Unit 2: Working with files
Topic A: Creating files and folders
Topic B: Managing files and folders
Topic C: Working with floppy disks
Topic D: Working with the Recycle Bin

Unit 3: Customizing your workstation
Topic A: Creating and deleting shortcuts
Topic B: Using the Control Panel

Unit 4: E-mail
Topic A: E-mail accounts
Topic B: E-mail messages
Topic C: Handling messages

Unit 5: E-mail management
Topic A: Managing e-mail
Topic B: Printing messages
Topic C: Address books

Unit 6: Appointments and events
Topic A: Creating and sending appointments
Topic B: Categorizing appointments
Topic C: Modifying appointments
Topic D: Working with events

Unit 7: Meeting requests and responses
Topic A: Working with meeting requests
Topic B: Responding to meeting requests
Topic C: Handling meeting responses
Topic D: Microsoft NetMeeting