This badge holder passed an assessment of the standards listed below by scoring at least 85% on a proctored exam at a Northstar Digital Literacy location.
Learners taking proctored exams are asked for identification and take the assessment in a supervised setting.
Basic Computer Skills Standards
Tell the difference between a desktop and laptop computer.
Identify parts of a computer.
Plug in headphones correctly.
Identify a mouse and a touchpad.
Identify mouse pointers.
Demonstrate understanding that mice can be customized.
Demonstrate understanding that it is possible to customize a computer for increased accessibility.
Demonstrate understanding that software programs are upgraded periodically.
Identify storage media.
Demonstrate knowledge of keys on a keyboard.
Turn a computer and monitor on and off.
Log on to a computer.
Double click and right click.
Drag and drop.
Use a mouse to select check boxes, use drop-down menus, and scroll.
Adjust volume and mute audio.
Identify icons on a desktop.
Use the recycle bin for trashing and retrieving items.