CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM FOR COMPUTER OPERATORS AND SHOP ASSISTANTS by USAIDPakistan

CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM FOR COMPUTER OPERATORS & SHOP ASSISTANTS

ACKNOWLEDGMENT The Pakistan JOBs project is a USAID funded project designed to improve the competitiveness of the Pakistani economy by strengthening systems for workforce development, encourage Pakistani companies to invest in human capital, and improve access to training, jobs, and business opportunities, especially for youth and women.The four components are (1) Industry Sector-Led Technical Training; (2) Employability, Job Placement, and Entrepreneurship for Secondary School and University Graduates; (3) Integrated Work and Learning Program for Less-Educated Youth; and (4)Youth Employability Exchange Systems. The USAID Pakistan JOBS project is working for the skill enhancement of the workforce in Pakistan in several growing economic sectors including agriculture, energy, construction, information technology, call centers, pharmaceuticals, garment manufacturing, carpet making, and fisheries. Preparation of standardized and tested curriculum is one of the major contributions of this project. This curriculum on Computer Fundamentals is specifically designed for individuals with physically handicaps. Use of computers in work places is a necessity in a modern economy, and demand for properly trained persons in this discipline is ever increasing. This training in office assistance and computer operation will provide better employment opportunities in a comparatively friendly and comfortable environment for persons with disabilities. On successful completion of training, the trainees will have the knowledge of Computers & Operating Systems, Hardware & Software, Use of Windows & MS Office, English & Urdu Typing, Software Installation and Management of office files The USAID Pakistan JOBS Project wishes to express its appreciation to individuals and organizations that contributed significantly in the finalization of this curriculum, including members of the Lahore Business Association for Rehabilitation of the Disables (LABARD) team. Special thanks are extended to Saeed Khan Joint Secretary LABARD, Former CEO Punjab Vocational Training Council Government of Punjab and Zafar Saeed Principal LVTC and his team who coordinated the preparation of this curriculum. Dr. Nazir Mahmood, Curriculum Consultant for USAID Pakistan JOBS Project was also instrumental in the finalization of the syllabus.

Mark Nolan Chief of Party USAID PAKISTAN JOBS Project Implemented by Care International in Pakistan

USAID PAKISTAN JOBS CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM FOR COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

SUGGESTED DURATION: 210 HOURS SPREAD OVER 60 WORKDAYS

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CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM FOR COMPUTER OPERATORS & SHOP ASSISTANTS

Introduction

Rationale

Program Planning Template

Synopsis / Summary of Course

Learning Topic 1 (Basics of Computer)

Learning Topic 2 (Operating System)

Learning Topic 3 (Typing Lesson)

Learning Topic 4 (MS Word)

Learning Topic 5 (MS Power Point)

Learning Topic 6 (Urdu In Page)

Learning Topic 7 (MS Excel)

Learning Topic 8 (Internet & E-mail)

Learning Topic 9 (Work Ethics)

CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM FOR COMPUTER OPERATORS & SHOP ASSISTANTS

USAID PAKISTAN JOBS SUPERMARKET ASSISTANT COURSE FOR MENTALLY CHALLENGED PERSONS

SUGGESTED DURATION: 240 HOURS SPREAD OVER 4.5 MONTHS

Disclaimer: The author's views expressed in this publication do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Agency for International Development or the United States Government

CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM FOR COMPUTER OPERATORS & SHOP ASSISTANTS

Introduction Rationale Explaining Methodology for Teaching

Method of Teaching

Assessment Methodology

Program Planning Template

Synopsis

Learning Material

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Learning Title 1 - Opening of Shop

Learning Title 2 - Cleaning & Dusting of Shop

Learning Title 3 - Closing Activities of Shop

Learning Title 4 - Familiarization with Goods

Learning Title 5 - Facing of Goods

Learning Title 6 - Storage of Goods

Learning Title 7 - Checking expiry & Knowledge of Price

Learning Title 8 - Introduction of Price Tag Machine

Learning Title 9 - Customer Dealing

Learning Title 10 - Counter Dealing

Learning Title 11 - Introduction & Identification of Different Weights

Learning Title 12 - Introduction & Use of Manual Weight Machine

Learning Title 13 - Introduction & Use of Digital Weight Machine

Learning Title 14 - Sealing

Learning Title 15 - Weighing & Packing of Spices & Powder Materials

Learning Title 16 - Money Management Learning Title 17 - Living Skills

Learning Title 18 - Social Skills

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CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM FOR COMPUTER OPERATORS & SHOP ASSISTANTS