DLC's IT courses range from how to switch a computer on, to specialist word processing and spreadsheets. The courses are supported by highly skilled IT tutors with enthusiasm for teaching at all levels.
This is an exciting and interactive way to improve your IT skills in the areas you feel are the most relevant and convert these skills into qualifications if you so choose. We can even assess your current skills and recommend the best course and level to meet your needs.
Development for the individual and workforce
The experts in distance learning have now taken on a suite of online programmes designed to target skill areas in a short but sharp manner. These nationally recognised short courses are ideal for someone who wishes to work through the course in a short period of time or for the busy person who needs to do 30 minutes here and there.
All you need is access to a computer at home, work or from a library or Internet cafι.
As well as providing the individual with an extremely flexible study scenario these courses combined can deliver a powerful business improvement programme for the entire workforce.
Who qualifies?
Each individual must have been a resident in either England or Wales for the last 3 years and be over the age of 18. Each learner should also be able to dedicate a minimum of 2 hours on his or her course per week.
These courses are ideal for any individual, large and small companies.
Study
It could not be easier once enrolled on the course, each learner will be provided with access to the system.The learner then simply works through the online materials and complete any short questions or tests. If assistance is required email or call the specialist tutor assigned (a tutor contact sheet will be provided). Every tutor is an industry expert and is able to help with both study and the practical day-to-day implementation.
Next Step - How to enrol
Its easy! Either phone or e-mail Durham Logistics College and we will send you the simple forms to complete and return. Your tutor will get in touch to arrange a short but important telephone conversation. Within a few days you will be up and running.
Alternatively if you have a group wishing to enrol, please contact us and we can arrange for a sales representative to visit you to discuss your needs.
All courses are subject to availability and status; conditions apply.
| Course | Level | Duration | Course Code | |
| IT1 Using Your Computer (NEC 2000) | Medium | 11.5 hours | 100564IC001 | |
| IT1 Databases (NEC 2000) | Medium | 11.5 hours | 100564IC004 | |
| IT1 Desktop Publishing (NEC 2000) | Medium | 11.5 hours | 100564IC007 | |
| IT1 Electronic Communication (NEC 2000) | Medium | 11.5 hours | 100564IC006 | |
| IT1 Presentations | Medium | 11.5 hours | 100564IC005 | |
| IT1 Spreadsheets (NEC 2000) | Medium | 11.5 hours | 100564IC003 | |
| IT1 Web Publishing (NEC 2000) | Medium | 11.5 hours | 100564IC008 | |
| IT1 Word Processing (NEC 2000) | Medium | 11.5 hours | 100564IC002 | |
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CLAIT - Compulsory Module CLAIT - Optional Module (Select 4) |
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CLAIT Plus Courses
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| Course | Level | Duration | Course Code | |
| IT2 Create, Manage and Integrate Files MS 2000 (EP) | Two | 20 hours | 100124IC068 | |
| IT2 Create, Manage and Integrate Files (NEC 2000) | Two | 16.5 hours | 100564IC009 | |
| IT2 Databases MS 2000 (EP) | Two | 12 hours | 100124IC065 | |
| IT2 Databases using MS Access (NETg) | Two | 15 hours |
MS 2000 100565IC005 MS 2002 100565IC017 |
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| IT2 Electronic Communication using MS Outlook (NETg) | Two | 15 hours |
MS 2000 100565IC006 MS 2002 100565IC018 |
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| IT2 Electronic Communications MS 2000 (EP) | Two | 12 hours | 100124IC067 | |
| IT2 Presentations MS 2000 (EP) | Two | 12 hours | 100124IC066 | |
| IT2 Presentations using MS PowerPoint (NETg) | Two | 15 hours |
MS 2000 100565IC004 MS 2002 100565IC016 |
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| IT2 Spreadsheets MS 2000 (EP) | Two | 12 hours | 100124IC064 | |
| IT2 Spreadsheets using MS Excel (NETg) | Two | 15 hours |
MS 2000 100565IC003 MS 2002 100565IC015 |
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| IT2 Word Processing MS 2000 (EP) | Two | 12 hours | 100124IC063 | |
| IT2 Word Processing using MS Word (NETg) | Two | 15 hours |
MS 2000 100565IC002 MS 2002 100565IC014 |
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| IT2 Introducing Computers MS 2000 (EP) | Two | 16 hours | 100124IC069 | |
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CLAIT Plus - Compulsory Module CLAIT Plus - Optional Module (Select 3) |
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The CLAIT qualification is made up of one compulsory module and four optional modules. CLAIT Plus is made up of one compulsory and three optional modules.
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| Code | Module | Level | Duration |
| Module Tests 1-7 | |||
| 100561IC009 | Module 1 Concepts of IT | Two | 1 hour |
| 100561IC010 | Module 2 Using Computers and Managing Files | Two | 1 hour |
| 100561IC011 | Module 3 Word Processing | Two | 1 hour |
| 100561IC012 | Module 4 Spreadsheets | Two | 1 hour |
| 100561IC013 | Module 5 Databases | Two | 1 hour |
| 100561IC014 | Module 6 Presentations | Two | 1 hour |
| 100561IC015 | Module 7 Information and Communication | Two | 1 hour |
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| 100464IC005 | IT2 ECDL Prepare and Test (Syllabus 4) | Two | 20 hours |
| 100464IC006 | IT2 The Complete ECDL (Syllabus 4) | Two | 96 hours |
| 100464IC004 | Prepare for the ECDL (Syllabus 4) | Two | 12 hours |
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Modules 1-7 must be completed followed by the "Prepare for the ECDL" or "IT2 ECDL Prepare and Test" Module.
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| Course | Level | Duration | Course Code |
| IT3 Databases using MS Access (NETg) | Three | 9 hours |
MS 2000 100565IC010 MS 2002 100565IC022 |
| IT3 Electronic Communication using MS Outlook (NETg) | Three | 9 hours |
MS 2000 100565IC011 MS 2002 100565IC023 |
| IT3 Spreadsheets using MS Excel (NETg) | Three | 9 hours |
MS 2000 100565IC009 MS 2002 100565IC021 |
| IT3 Using MS Project (NETg) | Three | 20 hours | 100205IC057 |
| IT3 Web Publishing using MS FrontPage (NETg) | Three | 9 hours |
MS 2000 100565IC012 MS 2002 100565IC024 |
| IT3 Word Processing using MS Word (NETg) | Three | 9 hours |
MS 2000 100565IC008 MS 2002 010565IC020 |