Skills

Training

Why  Computer Skills?

Computer skills are crucial for employability, efficiency in personal life, and success in business in today's digital age for several reasons:

1. Employability: Many jobs today require at least basic computer skills. From office administration to graphic design, coding, and data analysis, proficiency with computers is often a prerequisite for employment.

2. Efficiency in personal life: Computer skills can greatly enhance efficiency in personal tasks such as communication, information gathering, financial management, and entertainment. For example, being able to use email, browse the internet, and manage digital files can streamline daily activities.

3. Business operations: In business, computer skills are essential for communication, data management, marketing, and more. Being proficient with computers can improve productivity, streamline processes, and enhance competitiveness.

4. Access to information and resources: The internet offers a vast amount of information and resources that can be accessed with computer skills. This can be invaluable for personal growth, education, and decision-making in both personal and business contexts.

5. Adaptability and future-proofing: As technology continues to evolve, computer skills are becoming increasingly important for adapting to new tools and platforms. Developing strong computer skills can future-proof your career and personal life.

Overall, computer skills are not only important for finding and excelling in jobs but also for enhancing efficiency, accessing information, and staying competitive in today's digital world.

Basic Computer Skills

Basic Computer SkillS

We're excited to bring you insights and strategies on one of the most crucial aspects of computer training: Basic Computer Skills

Have fun as we empower you through effectively learning Basic Computer Skills.

This training is aimed at providing you with the tools to take control of your computer usage, mastering fundamental skills for everyday tasks.

Through this training, you will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to have a solid understanding of the following objectives:

Key Objectives:

  • What is a computer?
  • What is a LAN? 
  • Driver Updates
  • What is a computer virus? 
  • How to protect a computer?
  • How to turn on a computer?
  • How to scan a local/external disk drive (Virus check, physical integrity check, windows integrity check)?
  • How to load a software applications into a computer's memory?
  • What are the fundamental principles and tasks performed in the MS-DOS and Windows 10/11 operating system environments?
  • What are some common examples of electronic mail (E-mail) applications, and how to use them?
  • How to use MS Office applications - Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel?
  • How to surf the Internet using a web browser - MS Edge & Google Chrome?
  • How to use AI (Artificial Intelligent) software as project development, research development and communication tools?

    As well, you will obtain an understanding of file naming conventions - naming files - short file names (for DOS platforms) and long file names (Windows 10/11 platforms).


    The MS-DOS activities will also be mapped to applying these commands in the Windows GUI environment.


    Using the word processing applications, and E- mail, you will learn basic skills such as how to create a document, how to edit text in a document using a variety of functions, and how to save, print and retrieve a document, and how to enrich your document writing using AI software.


    Computer usage in the preparation of communications, papers and reports will be the focus of this course. During the introductory lessons, you will be guided through some commonly used activities so that you will be able to develop strengths using various software applications.


    Upon completion of this course, you will have sound knowledge of the computer and the software applications previously referenced.

    Computer Repairs

    We're excited to bring you insights and strategies on one of the most crucial aspects of computer training: Computer Repairs 

    Have fun as we empower you through effectively learning Computer Repair Skills.

    We offer computer repair training that is specifically tailored to give you dominion over computer repairs, equipping you with the expertise needed to excel in the field.

    Through this training, you will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to have a solid understanding of the following objectives:

    Key Objectives:

    • Virus Removal - Key Software and Processes
    • Operating System Security Updates 
    • Driver Updates
    • Manufacturer BIOS Upgrades 
    • Operating System Resets
    • Operating System Fresh Installs
    • Data Backup & Recovery
    • Data Security - Wiping Hard Drives
    • Data Security - BitLocker Encrypting USB Drives
    • Creating Bootable Windows Operating System Install Disk
    • Troubleshooting: Investigating, Diagnosing & Resolving Issues
    • Installations: Software (Online & Disk Media)
    • Installations: Hardware - Replacing CMOS Battery (Desktops & Laptops)
    • Installations: Hardware - Replacing/Upgrading Memory (Desktops  & Laptops)
    • Installations: Hardware - Replacing/Upgrading Hard Drive (Desktops  & Laptops)
    • Installations: Hardware - Replacing/Upgrading Power Supply (Desktops)
    • Installations: Hardware - Replacing/Upgrading Graphic Card (Desktops)
    • Review: Hardware vs Software
    • Internet Speed - Verifying Internet Speeds
    • Password Recovery options - Laptop Extraction vs Resetting via USB Stick
    • System Performance Optimization
    • Review: System Specifications
    • Setting up Email Accounts on Windows Mail Client App / Outlook App

    Upon completion of this course, you will have a sound knowledge of performing computer repairs and resolving common computer issues.

    Website DevelopmenT

    We're excited to bring you insights and strategies on one of the most crucial aspects of computer training: Website Development

    Have fun as we empower you through effectively learning Website Development.

    This training is aimed at providing you with the tools to take control of your computer for mastering fundamental skills for everyday tasks in creating and maintaining a WordPress Website.

    Through this training, you will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to have a solid understanding of the following objectives:

    Key Objectives:

    • How to use AI (Artificial Intelligent) software as project development, research development and communication tools?
    • Domain names - What are they? How to access?  How to gather status information?
    • How to  create a WordPress website using AI (Artificial Intelligent) software to enhance content marketing?

    Upon completion of this course, you will have a sound knowledge of creating and maintaining a WordPress website as previously referenced.

    About us

    Dean’s Consulting Servicesis a family owned business, owned and operated since 2004 by Dean K. Anderson, B.Sc., BEd.. Since our opening, we have become masters of our craft, our commitment to exceptional services and incomparable customer care keep our community coming back again and again.

    At Dean’s Consulting Services, our mission goes beyond providing effective computer skills training. Having over 40 years' experience tutoring students in their residence, as well as in various commercial and community facilities, including Dalhousie University, Dean helps clients achieve the highest level of operational excellence so they can focus on what matters – their personal lives and core business.

    Dean K. Anderson, B.Sc., B.Ed.

    Dean K. Anderson is a devoted man of strong values who has been enjoying demonstrating great judgement and integrity using his gifts and talents as an independent solution provider, thought leader, and educator delivering information Technology services to clients since 1982.

    Dean has a passion for growth, an inquisitive nature and thrives as his skills continuously evolves meeting business challenges.

    From the beginning of time, dominion was crafted in Dean's DNA. For over 40 years he has embraced his responsibility to walk in his royal power, demonstrating he has rulership over delivering service excellence delivering computer repairs, technical support services, and training.

    Feel free to peruse Dean’s cover letter and/or resume for more details about his professional qualifications and interests acquired throughout his career working in multiple industries.

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    Dean Anderson - 2023-10-15

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