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What skills does IC³ cover?
The IC³ training and certification program covers a broad range of computing knowledge and skills that proves competency in the areas described below. Individuals seeking IC³ certification are required to take and pass all three IC³ exams: Computing Fundamentals, Key Applications, and Living Online.
 IC³ — Computing Fundamentals
IC³ — Key Applications
IC³ — Living Online
IC³ — Computing Fundamentals
This exam covers the following areas:
Computer Hardware:
Identify different types of computers, how computers work (process information) and how individual computers fit into larger systems
Identify the function of computer hardware components and common problems associated with individual components
Identify issues relating to computer performance and how it is affected by different components of the computer
Identify the factors that go into a decision on how to purchase a computer or select a computer for work, school, or home
Computer Software:
Identify how software works and how software and hardware work together to perform computing tasks
Identify different types of software, the tasks for which each type of software is most suited, and the popular programs in each software category
Using an Operating System:
Identify what an operating system is and how it works
Be able to manipulate and control the Windows desktop, files and disks
Be able to change system settings and install software
IC³ — Key Applications
This exam covers the following areas:
Common Program Functions:
Be able to start and exit a Windows application and utilize sources of online help
Identify common on-screen elements of Windows applications, change application settings, and manage files within an application
Perform common editing (cut, copy, paste, spell check, etc.) and formatting (fonts, margins, tabs, etc.) functions
Perform common printing functions
Word Processing Functions:
Be able to format text and documents including the ability to use automatic formatting tools
Be able to add tables and graphics to a document
Spreadsheet Functions:
Be able to modify worksheet data and structure
Be able to sort data and manipulate data using formulas and functions
Be able to format a worksheet
Be able to add pictures and charts to a worksheet
IC³ — Living Online
This exam covers the following areas:
Networks and the Internet:
Identify network fundamentals and the benefits and risks of network computing
Identify the relationship between computer networks, other communications networks (like the telephone network) and the Internet
Electronic Mail:
Identify how electronic mail works
Identify how to use an electronic mail application
Identify the appropriate use of e-mail and e-mail related "netiquette"
Using the Internet:
Identify different types of information sources on the Internet
Be able to use a Web browsing application
Be able to search the Internet for information
The Impact of Computing and the Internet on Society:
Identify how computers are used in different areas of work, school, and home
Identify the risks of using computer hardware and software
Identify how to use the Internet safely and legally
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