Introduction to Windows (COMP 0735)

This course provides students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to use computer application programs in a Microsoft Windows environment. Students learn to work with the Windows desktop, application windows and the task-bar. Students navigate drives and folders, and find, copy, move and delete files.
Course code: COMP 0735
Credits: 0.0
Length: 96.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=COMP&number=0735

Prerequisites

Grade 9 English or equivalent.

Schedule 1†

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
41549January 1, 2025
to April 30, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
  Location: VCC Broadway Building A		Forster, Matthew
41676February 1, 2025
to May 31, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
  Location: VCC Broadway Building A		Forster, Matthew
41774March 1, 2025
to June 30, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
  Location: VCC Broadway Building A		Forster, Matthew
42740April 1, 2025
to June 30, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Blended
  Location: VCC Broadway Building A		Forster, Matthew
60667May 1, 2025
to June 30, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Blended
  Location: VCC Broadway Building A		Forster, Matthew
60761June 1, 2025
to June 30, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Blended
  Location: VCC Broadway Building A		Forster, Matthew

Schedule 2†

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
41533January 1, 2025
to April 30, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
  Location: In Person/Online Option		Corbett, Jennifer
41661February 1, 2025
to May 31, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
  Location: In Person/Online Option		Corbett, Jennifer
41759March 1, 2025
to June 30, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
  Location: In Person/Online Option		Corbett, Jennifer

Additional Information

  • Running programs
  • Managing multiple windows
  • Shortcuts, icons and Help
  • Windows Explorer Navigation, File/Folder and Details panes
  • Creating folders and organizing files
  • Searching for files
  • USB storage
  • Application window basics
  • Opening, closing and saving files

For class based courses, please apply online or in person and provide official transcripts.

For Self-paced courses, please phone 604.871.7366.

For courses at Broadway Youth Centre, please phone 604.709.5640 or email ABEYouth@vcc.ca.

For Visually Impaired courses, please call 604.871.7338 or drop by the Broadway campus during regular business hours to speak with the services coordinator for students with disabilities..

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

This course is tuition free! Some fees apply: *

  • College Initiative: $8.50/course
  • Campus Resource: $9.60/course
  • Student Union: $69/term
  • UPass: $180/term (if applicable)

 

* Note: fees are approximate and subject to change.

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.