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.
• I know that some programs are free to be copied and distributed whereas others have copyright that limits distribution.
• 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.
• I can send and receive messages by E-mail.
• I understand that E-mail attachments can be a security risk.
• I can use a web address to log onto a web site for a particular purpose.

Word processing

• I can use a word processor to start a new text document.
• 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.
• 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.
• I can adjust the view of the document between different scales using the zoom.
• I can use the spell checker appropriately.
• 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.
• I can save work and then close down the system and retrieve work.
• I can use "save as" to save files in appropriate formats for transfer to people.
• I can use the above skills to set out and type a formal letter.

Drawing

• I can use a drawing program to start a new drawing.
• I can switch on a grid to use for guidance.
• I can draw lines and arrows to label diagrams.
• I can create text boxes for labels.
• I can change font sizes and styles.
• I can choose drawing tools to create simple shapes such as square, rectangle, circle and ellipse changing their fill styles and colours.
• I can move, re-size and alter the shape of drawing objects.
• I can zoom in and out to improve the precision with which objects are positioned.
• I can print completed work.
• I can save work and then close down the system and get work back.
• I can export work to software using a different file format.
• I can change line widths and colours.
• 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.

Presenting

• I can use a presentation program to start a new presentation.
• I can save a presentation and open an existing presentation.
• I can use templates in a presentation package to put together a series of slides with a consistent format.
• I can adjust text attributes such as font style and size when designing a presentation.
• I can use drawing tools consistent with the requirements for the drawing criteria in the design of slides.
• I can import pictures and diagrams to illustrate a presentation.*
• 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.