Programme Brief
Computer Literacy is the starting point in the IT world. This course introduces students to the workings of the Windows Operating System as well as Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint along with a brief history and introduction to the internet. Students will gain confidence using Office applications and understand features that help maximize their productivity.
Learning outcomes include:
- Introduction to Office 2019
- Working with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Microsoft Access Basics
- Customizing and Securing Office
The duration of this course is 30 contact hours.
Course Outline
Please click here to view the full course outline.
Why Study Computer Literacy with SBCS?
- Instructors are highly skilled and experienced practitioners who bring their knowledge and work experience to the classroom.
- Course is career oriented. The curriculum was developed to meet the needs of the current marketplace.
- The course is practical. All sessions are held in a lab and each participant has access to a computer.
- Modern, fully equipped labs. You learn using the same software that you will encounter in the field.
- Convenient class schedules. Classes are offered full time, part-time or on Saturdays at three locations. This allows working individuals to balance their work and educational needs.
SCHEDULE & FEES
- Payment Plans are available.
Champs Fleurs
| Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Cash Price |
| 10-Feb-25 | 17-Mar-25 | M/W | 5:30pm - 8:30pm | US$145 / TT$950 |
| 22-Mar-25 | 19-Apr-25 | SAT | 9:00am - 3:00pm | US$145 / TT$950 |
| 16-Jun-25 | 16-Jul-25 | M/W | 5:30pm - 8:30pm | US$145 / TT$950 |
| 7-Jul-25 | 11-Jul-25 | M-F | 9:00am - 3:00pm | US$145 / TT$950 |
| 28-Jul-25 | 27-Aug-25 | M/W | 5:30pm - 8:30pm | US$145 / TT$950 |
| 4-Aug-25 | 8-Aug-25 | M-F | 9:00am - 3:00pm | US$145 / TT$950 |
| 27-Oct-25 | 26-Nov-25 | M/W | 5:30pm - 8:30pm | US$145 / TT$950 |
| 15-Nov-25 | 13-Dec-25 | SAT | 9:00am - 3:00pm | US$145 / TT$950 |
Online
| Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Cash Price |
| 18-Jan-25 | 15-Feb-25 | SAT | 9:00am - 3:00pm | US$145 / TT$950 |
| 28-Apr-25 | 28-May-25 | M/W | 5:30pm - 8:30pm | US$145 / TT$950 |
| 24-May-25 | 21-Jun-25 | SAT | 9:00am - 3:00pm | US$145 / TT$950 |
| 19-Jul-25 | 16-Aug-25 | SAT | 9:00am - 3:00pm | US$145 / TT$950 |
| 8-Sep-25 | 13-Oct-25 | M/W | 5:30pm - 8:30pm | US$145 / TT$950 |
| 4-Oct-25 | 1-Nov-25 | SAT | 9:00am - 3:00pm | US$145 / TT$950 |
| 10-Nov-25 | 10-Dec-25 | M/W | 5:30pm - 8:30pm | US$145 / TT$950 |
An e-certificate will be issued at the end.
Requirements for Online Course
- Windows OS: Windows 10
- Office: Microsoft Office 2019 (Office 2016 is similar to the 2019 version)
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
Entry Requirements: knowledge of computer hardware, functioning use of computer devices (mouse, keyboard, etc.).
Please click Registration Information for more details.
Please note: All information provided is subject to change without prior notice.
WHAT'S NEXT?
On completion students can progress to:
- 5 weeks
- Champs Fleurs
Knowledge of computer hardware, functioning use of computer devices (mouse, keyboard, etc.).
- Administration fee: US$23 / TT$150
- Registration deadline: One week before the scheduled start date of the class.
- Payment Plan: 50% down payment of the tuition to start the class and the balance to be paid by the end of the course. However, should you require a payment plan more tailored to you, feel free to let us know so we can discuss further.
Online Registration
To register for the online course, please follow the instructions below:
1. Please complete the Online Programme Registration Form, and click submit.
Once the form has been completed, please proceed to make your payment via the following options below:
2. PayPal – Please click the ” Add to Cart” button below:
All relevant information about accessing online sessions will be sent via email within 3-5 working days.
3. WI Pay (Credit Card) – If you wish to utilize this method, please forward an email to cite-it@sbcs.edu.tt indicating if you would be paying the full cost or whether you would like to access any of our payment plan plan options. Once this is confirmed, an invoice will then be forwarded via email.
*If you do not have a PayPal account, or a credit card, you can utilize any of the following payment options:
4. Payment of TT$950.00 can be made via direct deposit to the following SBCS Republic Bank Account (3501 3848 7501).
Once you have deposited the required payment, please email and attach a copy of the stamped deposit slip to Centre for Information Technology and Engineering (CITE) cite-it@sbcs.edu.tt informing of such.
Once CITE verifies the deposit, final registration details will be forwarded to the student.
For further information, please send an email to entre for Information Technology and Engineering (CITE) cite-it@sbcs.edu.tt or call 663-7227 extensions 1092/3/4/5.
Technical Requirements?
Please check that your laptop / tablet meets the minimum requirements for Adobe Connect web conferencing online platform services before registering by clicking here.
For further details please email cite-it@sbcs.edu.tt or call the numbers below:
- Champs Fleurs – (868) 663-7227 extensions 1092/3/4/5