Introduction

The European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) Core programme is an internationally recognised qualification that enables university students & staff to demonstrate their competence in using a personal computer and common computer applications at a basic level.

The ECDL Core programme is aimed at ordinary computer users rather than technical computer people. It aims to:

1. promote and encourage computer literacy for all;
2. raise the level of knowledge about Information Technology (IT) and the level of competence in using personal computers and common computer applications for all citizens within Europe and internationally;
3. ensure all computer users understand best practices and the advantages of using a personal computer;
4. increase the productivity of all employees who need to use computers in their work;
5. enable better returns for investments in IT;
6. provide a basic qualification which allows all people, regardless of their background, to be part of the Information Society.
7. equip candidates with the IT skills necessary to follow the ECDL Advanced programme

ECDL Core Syllabus V4.0

The ECDL Core Syllabus V4.0 is designed to cover the key concepts of computing, the practical applications of computers and their use in the workplace and society in general. The syllabus is broken down into 7 modules, each of which must be passed before the ECDL Core certificate will be awarded.

The modules are:

• Module 1 - Concepts of IT
• Module 2 - Using the Computer & Managing Files
• Module 3 - Word Processing
• Module 4 - Spreadsheets
• Module 5 - Database
• Module 6 - Presentation
• Module 7 - Information & Communication

Structure of the Course & Fee

From time to time the IT Services organises training courses that prepare university students & staff to sit for ECDL Core tests. The courses cover the skill sets indicated in the standard ECDL Core syllabus. The courses are held on campus at the IT Services computer laboratories.

*Prices shown in Lm are for information purposes only and have been converted using the central parity rate.

Note that:

• The course is based on MS Windows XP, MS Word 2002/XP, MS Excel 2002/XP, MS Access 2002/XP, MS Powerpoint 2002/XP, Mozilla FireFox & Mozilla Thunderbird.
• The course is intended for beginners and assumes no prior knowledge of computers.
• The tuition fees have been kept to an absolute minimum and are necessary to cover tuition and administration costs. The above fees do not include courseware available for download here.

• University students are eligible to follow the ECDL Core course until the end of September of the same year in which they complete their course of studies at the University of Malta.

Next Courses

The above course will be held at FEMA Lab on Mondays & Wednesdays between 1330-1530.

Waiting List Request

You can ask to be placed on the course waiting list if you are interested in following the ECDL Core course. You will be notified by e-mail or phone when the next course is scheduled.

Users should only complete the form if the course is full or the sessions are on dates/time not convenient for them.

Course Registration

University students & staff can register for ECDL Core course/s when these are scheduled.

• University students - are requested to come personally at IT Services Reception Desk to register for the ECDL Core course/s. Payment can be made by SMGB (Stipends) card or cheque addressed to the 'IT Services'.
• Academic staff - can authorise payment through their personal academic work resources funds allocation. Payment can also be made by cheque addressed to the 'IT Services'.
• Administrative & Technical Staff - are requested to apply for ECDL Core course/s through the Further Training & Work Resources Fund Non-Academic Committee. Payment can also be made by cheque addressed to the 'IT Services'.

Registrations are accepted on a first-come first-served basis. The IT Services reserves the right not to proceed with a course in which case a full refund will be issued.

Only members of staff & registered university students can register for ECDL Core courses at IT Services. The general public is encouraged to follow this link for information about other local ECDL training/testing centres.

Contact Details

For more information about the ECDL Core course contact IT Services Reception on (2340)3004 or send an e-mail.

Last updated: 07-Jul-08