Matching the INGOTs criteria to the Sector Skills Council

Bronze INGOT

  • General knowledge
  • Networking
  • Word processing
  • Drawing
  • Presenting

General knowledge

  • I know that sometimes it is easy and sometimes difficult to move information from one programme to another. [1]
  • I know that some programs are free to be copied and distributed whereas others have copyright that limits distribution. [2]
  • I know that some standards are agreed by many interested parties whereas others are determined and controlled by individual interests.

Networking

  • I can log on to a network. [3]
  • I can send and receive messages by E-mail. [4]
  • I understand that E-mail attachments can be a security risk. [5]
  • I can use a web address to log onto a web site for a particular purpose. [6]

Word processing

  • I can use a word processor to start a new text document. [7]
  • I type at the keyboard with both hands.
  • I understand auto-wrap at the end of each line and pressing the enter key to start a new paragraph. [8]
  • I can use centre, left and right align and the tab keys for layout using pre-defined settings.
  • I use the SHIFT key and Caps Lock appropriately.
  • I can use the mouse to position the cursor with precision.
  • I can apply simple pre-defined styles such as a heading, a bullet point list, bold, italic and underline. [9]
  • I can adjust the view of the document between different scales using the zoom.
  • I can use the spell checker appropriately. [10]
  • I can highlight, cut, paste and copy text within the same document using the menu system, keyboard short cuts and drag and drop.
  • I can print completed work. [11]
  • I can save work and then close down the system and retrieve work. [11]
  • I can use "save as" to save files in appropriate formats for transfer to people. [11]
  • I can use the above skills to set out and type a formal letter. [7]

Drawing

  • I can use a drawing program to start a new drawing. [12]
  • I can switch on a grid to use for guidance. [13]
  • I can draw lines and arrows to label diagrams. [13]
  • I can create text boxes for labels. [13]
  • I can change font sizes and styles. [13]
  • I can choose drawing tools to create simple shapes such as square, rectangle, circle and ellipse changing their fill styles and colours. [13]
  • I can move, re-size and alter the shape of drawing objects. [13]
  • I can zoom in and out to improve the precision with which objects are positioned. [13]
  • I can print completed work. [11]
  • I can save work and then close down the system and get work back. [11]
  • I can export work to software using a different file format. [14]
  • I can change line widths and colours. [13]
  • I can use the above skills to draw a useful diagram or illustration. eg a diagram to guide people to the place where they live, or a plan of the layout of their bedroom and furniture. [15]

Presenting

  • I can use a presentation program to start a new presentation. [16]
  • I can save a presentation and open an existing presentation. [11]
  • I can use templates in a presentation package to put together a series of slides with a consistent format. [16]
  • I can adjust text attributes such as font style and size when designing a presentation. [17]
  • I can use drawing tools consistent with the requirements for the drawing criteria in the design of slides. [18]
  • I can import pictures and diagrams to illustrate a presentation. [19]*
  • I can use effects to make consistent but interesting transitions between slides.
  • I know that using sound effects can be distracting and irritating to the audience when making a presentation.
  • I can use effects to introduce ideas in a structured and simple way to make a presentation.
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