Technical Skills Assessment

Is Online Learning For You?

The following self-assessment is provided to help you determine if you possess the technical skills needed to succeed in an online course.

Yes	No	1. Can you identify your computer's operating system and version number?
Yes	No	2. Can you restart your computer if it becomes locked up?
Yes	No	3. Can you safely turn off your computer?
Yes	No	4. Can you explain the terms: icon, menu, window, click, select, drag, button?
Yes	No	5. Can you use the mouse to select and deselect text?
Yes	No	6. Can you use a mouse to open and close a program by clicking on an icon?
Yes	No	7. Can you use the "Start" button to open programs?
Yes	No	8. Can you choose a command from the menu?
Yes	No	9. Can you move, resize and close windows?
Yes	No	10. Do you know the difference between "Close" and "Exit"?
Yes	No	11. Can you use the scroll bars?
Yes	No	12. Can you switch between open windows?
Yes	No	13. Can you switch between open applications?
Yes	No	14. Can you create folders and move files?
Yes	No	15. Can you save a file and browse to locate a file?
Yes	No	16. Can you copy and paste?
Yes	No	17. Can you rename files?
Yes	No	18. Can you download and install programs and plug-ins?
Yes	No	19. Can you connect to an Internet Service Proder (ISP)?
Yes	No	20. Can you open a web browser?
Yes	No	21. Can you create a bookmark or save a favorite webpage?
Yes	No	22. Can you copy a URL?
Yes	No	23. Can you use a search engine to locate information on the Internet?
Yes	No	24. Can you identify the browser and access Internet preferences or options?
Yes	No	25. Can you use email to create and send a message?
Yes	No	26. Can you attach files to an email message?
Yes	No	27. Can you reply to an email message?
Yes	No	28. Do you understand and abide by standard Netiquette?
Yes	No	29. Can you open a word processing file?
Yes	No	30. Can you save a word processing file in Rich Text Format (.rtf)?
Yes	No	31. Can you edit and print a file?
Yes	No	32. Can you transfer (copy, burn) files to a CD?