INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST PROGRAM ITS Program Coordinator Martin Leonard III v.907.543.4510 f.907.543.2030 martinl@bethel.uaf.edu http://fc.bethel.uaf.edu/~its_program/  IC3    Internet and Computing Core Certification      IC3  /  Internet and Computing Core Certification What skills does IC³ cover?  The IC³ training and certification program covers a broad range of computing knowledge and skills that proves competency in the areas described below. Individuals seeking IC³ certification are required to take and pass all three IC³ exams: Computing Fundamentals, Key Applications, and Living Online. IC³  Computing Fundamentals This exam covers the following areas: Computer Hardware: Identify different types of computers, how computers work (process information) and how individual computers fit into larger systems Identify the function of computer hardware components and common problems associated with individual components Identify issues relating to computer performance and how it is affected by different components of the computer Identify the factors that go into a decision on how to purchase a computer or select a computer for work, school, or home Computer Software: Identify how software works and how software and hardware work together to perform computing tasks Identify different types of software, the tasks for which each type of software is most suited, and the popular programs in each software category Using an Operating System: Identify what an operating system is and how it works Be able to manipulate and control the Windows desktop, files and disks Be able to change system settings and install software IC³  Key Applications This exam covers the following areas: Common Program Functions: Be able to start and exit a Windows application and utilize sources of online help Identify common on-screen elements of Windows applications, change application settings, and manage files within an application Perform common editing (cut, copy, paste, spell check, etc.) and formatting (fonts, margins, tabs, etc.) functions Perform common printing functions Word Processing Functions: Be able to format text and documents including the ability to use automatic formatting tools Be able to add tables and graphics to a document Spreadsheet Functions: Be able to modify worksheet data and structure Be able to sort data and manipulate data using formulas and functions Be able to format a worksheet Be able to add pictures and charts to a worksheet IC³  Living Online This exam covers the following areas: Networks and the Internet: Identify network fundamentals and the benefits and risks of network computing Identify the relationship between computer networks, other communications networks (like the telephone network) and the Internet Electronic Mail: Identify how electronic mail works Identify how to use an electronic mail application Identify the appropriate use of e-mail and e-mail related "netiquette" Using the Internet: Identify different types of information sources on the Internet Be able to use a Web browsing application Be able to search the Internet for information The Impact of Computing and the Internet on Society: Identify how computers are used in different areas of work, school, and home Identify the risks of using computer hardware and software Identify how to use the Internet safely and legally For more information on this course of study contact: Mr. Richard Taylor, IC3 Instructor Assistant Professor - Computer Applications University of Alaska - Kuskokwim Campus 907.543.4531     richardt@bethel.uaf.edu IC3 Brochures (.pdfs)  Student's Brochure (400kb)  IC3 in Higher Education (4mb)  IC3 and Corporate Training (4mb) Certiport Website