Training with One36 Computing
We are proud to be a LearnDirect Scotland Branded Learning Centre and provide a range of courses and one-to-one tuition. These courses have been approved by ILA Scotland for funding using the Individual Learning Account. In addition, we can provide individual tuition in the use of a wide range of software on both PCs and Apple Macs. For further information about the ILA scheme, click here.
As well as private tuition for adults and children, we provide after-school classes for children aged 5 to 18. These cover core skills in Word Processing, Graphics, Website Publishing, Spreadsheets, Databases and PowerPoint up to European Computer Driving License (ECDL) level. Beyond this we offer tuition in programming and technical work with computers.
During school holidays we offer a programme of week long 'Camps'. These cover a range of topics such as Touch Typing and Web Page Design for older children, while younger children are catered for with 'Pet Shop', 'Superhero' and 'Cartoon' camps.
Private Tuition
We know that in order to learn something, the training needs to be relevant, stimulating and fun. With this in mind, we offer personalised training either at your home / workplace or at our Training Centre on Comiston Road. We offer training in a wide range of subjects, including:
- •Word Processing
- •Spreadsheets
- •Databases
- •Desktop Publishing
- •Powerpoint
- •Internet and Email
- •Digital Photography
- •Sage Accounts
- •Web Page Design
Timing is to suit you between the hours of 9 am and 5.30 pm Monday to Friday. Minimum duration is one hour. Cost £40 per hour (first 5 hours free with ILA Scotland funding). For further information about the ILA scheme, click here.
ECDL at One36
The European Computer Driving License (ECDL) has now established itself as the number one computer user qualification in the UK. It is recognised by virtually all employers looking for such a qualification and for an increasing number of employers it is becoming compulsory for all new staff. It also represents a good standard for anybody wishing to learn more about a particular computer skill.
The qualification consists of 7 modules:
- •Concepts of IT
- •File Management
- •Word Processing
- •Internet and Email
- •Databases
- •Presentation (Powerpoint)
- •Spreadsheets
To gain the qualification, each of the modules must be passed successfully by passing a 45 minute test. Tests can be taken at our centre on Comiston Road. Prior to sitting any tests, an ECDL logbook must be purchased at a cost of £35. The cost of the ECDL qualification , including manuals, 7 tests, ECDL Logbook and telephone/email support throughout the duration of study is £220 (or £20 with ILA Scotland funding).
Childrens' Computer Classes 2009-2010
Term Dates:-
• Winter Term: Tue 25 Aug - Sat 17 Oct, Tue 27 Oct - Sat 12 Dec 2009
• Spring Term: Sat 12 Jan - Sat 27 Mar 2010 (excluding Sat 6 Feb)
• Summer Term: Tue 20 Apr - Sat 19 Jun 2010
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver 3.30 pm | Silver 3.30 pm | Gold 3.30 pm | ECDL 9.30 am | |
| Touch Typing 4.30 pm | Gold 4.30 pm | Gold 4.30 pm | Platinum 4.30 pm | Platinum 10.30 am |
| ECDL/Plat+ 5.30 pm | Platinum/ECDL 5.30 pm | Platinum+ 5.30 pm | Touch Typing 11.30 am |
- • Silver: Primary 1 to Primary 3
• Gold: Primary 4 to Primary 6
• Platinum: Primary 7 to Secondary 2
• ECDL: Generally Secondary 1 onwards but discussion recommended
• Platinum+: Secondary 1 onwards
Camp Schedules 2010
| Dates | Time | Camp | Age | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easter Wk 1 | 6 - 9 April | 9.30 am - 12:30 pm | Touch Typing | 8 Upwards |
| Easter Wk 2 |
12 - 16 April | 9.30 am - 12:30 pm | Web Page Design | 9 upwards |
| Summer Wk 1 |
12 - 16 July | 9.30 am - 12:30 pm | Touch Typing | 8 upwards |
| Summer Wk 2 |
19 - 23 July | 9.30 am - 12:30 pm | Web Page Design | 9 upwards |
| Summer Wk 3 |
26 - 30 July | 9.30 am - 12:30 pm | Touch Typing | 8 upwards |
| Summer Wk 4 |
2 - 6 August | 9.30 am - 12:30 pm | Cartoon | 5 - 9 |
| Summer Wk 5 |
9 - 13 August | 9.30 am - 12:30 pm | Touch Typing | 8 upwards |