This module includes the basics and theories of ICT, including types of computer, networks, how, why and who people access information using ICT. This module is the first under the ECDL (AKA ICDL) qualification, written for Windows XP and Office 2003

The aim of this lesson is to enable students to take control of their learning in a positive way. It is the third lesson in the study skills series and is intended to support adult learners who are embarking on a course of study and need to acquire skills which will help them to be successful. The lessons are designed as a package with key skills reinforced in each subsequent lesson so that a study culture is developed over time. They can be delivered sequentially or used individually, as a whole or in part, to support other programs of study.

Fertilizer is one way to provide crops with the nutrients they need. Pesticides can also be applied to crops to keep them healthy and free of insects. However, applying too much fertilizer or pesticide protection could harm the environment and organisms.

Accounting Definitions 1 deals with the basic definition, purpose and function of accounting. Added to this, we will look at the differences between the accounting and bookkeeping functions, as well as the difference between financial accounting and management accounting.

This book helps the student complete the transition from purely manipulative to rigorous mathematics. The clear exposition covers many topics that are assumed by later courses but are often not covered with any depth or organization: basic set theory, induction, quantifiers, functions and relations, equivalence relations, properties of the real numbers (including consequences of the completeness axiom), fields, and basic properties of n-dimensional Euclidean spaces.

A general introduction to basic physics relevant for wireless networking.

This book is suited for Business Communication and Business Oral Communication courses

Basics of Oral Business Communication presents basic business communication concepts, vocabulary, models, and exercises in a clear, practical, and engaging way. Scott McLean provides a set of core chapters intended to provide a highly focused introduction to the field. Then, he provides an optional series of modules that provide instructors with complete flexibility to emphasize additional topics of their choice. Each unit focuses on clear objectives and skill demonstrations that can be easily linked to your syllabus and state/federal requirements.

A high level introduction to wireless modes and topologies, based around real life cases, and supplying basic knowledge about the setting up of such infrastructures.

This book is suited for Business Writing, Business English or Business Research/Report Writing courses.

Basics of Written Business Communication presents basic business communication concepts, vocabulary, models, and exercises in a clear, practical, and engaging way. The author provides a set of core chapters intended to provide a highly focused introduction to the field. Then, he provides an optional series of modules that provide instructors with complete flexibility to emphasize additional topics of their choice.

Career Gates: Manufacturing is discussed by various employees of Rexroth, Just Born Candy, Coca-Cola and Martin Guitars. Steve Morrow, General Manager of the Coca-Cola plant begins the tour, followed by Ross Born from Just Born Candy. Products highlighted are Just Born Peeps, Martin Guitars and Coca-Cola sodas. Technologies highlighted are robotics and the use of AutoCad. The last section highlights what these employers look for when evaluating employees that will be hired.

There are two lessons in this group. The first lesson is a lab activity that illustrates the importance of hand washing as a way to prevent the spread disease. The second lesson includes discussion of various careers in the health field and allows students to explore careers utilizing various resources.

This course is a series of tutorials that serve as a general introduction to Microsoft's Access 2003 database program. In this course, we will learn how to create databases both to manage your personal multimedia collection and to manage your address book.
This course is designed for adults with some computer experience but little or no previous database experience.
It is suggested that you open the tutorial, and resize the window so that the tutorial fits on half of the screen. Then open the Microsoft Access database program, and resize the program window so that it fits on the other half of the screen. In this way you can practice what you learn via the tutorial.

Students familiarize themselves through trial and error with the basics of GPS receiver operation. They view a receiver's satellite visibility screen as they walk in various directions and monitor their progress on the receiver's map. Students may enter waypoints and use the GPS information to guide them back to specific locations.

Aquaculture is the symbiotic cultivation of plants and aquatic animals in a re-circulating system. Growing Power uses Tilapia and Yellow Perch to fertilize a variety of crops and herbs using aquaponics. Currently, we have three Tilapia systems and six Yellow Perch aquaponics systems in our greenhouses at our urban farm in Milwaukee.

Help Me Understand Genetics presents basic information about genetics in clear language and provides links to online resources.

A short introduction to basic mechanics for small robots.

Guide tailored to helping you get started with Microsoft Access 2007. Includes sample databases to get you started quickly and easily.

Microsoft Excel 2007 is a spreadsheet application written and distributed by Microsoft for windows. It features calculation, graphing tools, pivot tables and a macro programming language called VBA. This guide will get you started working with Excel 2007 and covers: Data entry and formatting, using formulas and functions, presenting data with charts, and database features in Excel.

Guide tailored to helping you get started with Microsoft PowerPoint 2007