European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)
ECDL is a European-wide qualification, designed for those who wish to gain a basic qualification in computing.
A table outlining the seven ECDL modules which must be passed before the ECDL certificate is awarded.
| ECDL modules |
| Module number |
Module name |
Description |
Syllabus |
| 1 |
Security for IT Users |
This module requires the candidate to know about the basic components of a personal computer and understand some of the basic concepts of Information Technology (IT) such as data storage and memory. |
Download Security for IT Users syllabus (PDF - 68KB) |
| 2 |
IT Users Fundamentals |
This module requires the candidate to demonstrate knowledge and competence in using the basic functions of a computer and its operating system. |
Download IT Users Fundamentals syllabus (PDF - 106KB) |
| 3 |
Word Processing |
This module requires the candidate to demonstrate the ability to use a word processing application on a computer. |
Download Word Processing syllabus (PDF - 90KB) |
| 4 |
Spreadsheet |
This module requires the candidate to understand and be able to accomplish basic operations associated with developing, formatting and using a spreadsheet. |
Download Spreadsheet syllabus (PDF - 93KB) |
| 5 |
Database |
This module requires the candidate to understand the basic concepts of databases. |
Download Database syllabus (PDF - 90KB) |
| 6 |
Presentations |
This module requires the candidate to demonstrate competence in using the presentations application on a computer. The candidate will be able to accomplish basic tasks such as creating, formatting and preparing presentations for distribution and display. |
Download Presentations syllabus (PDF - 97KB) |
| 7 |
Using Email and the Internet |
This module is divided in two sections. The first section, information, requires the candidate to accomplish basic Web search tasks using a Web browser application and available search engine tools, to bookmark search results. |
Download Using Email and the Internet syllabus (PDF - 111KB) |
A table outlining the courses provided by Digital Services that will prepare you for the various ECDL Examinations
| Courses |
| Module number |
ECDL module |
Course |
| 1 |
Security for IT Users |
Security for IT Users |
| 2 |
IT Users Fundamentals |
IT Users Fundamentals |
| 3 |
Word Processing |
Basic Word and Intermediate Word |
| 4 |
Spreadsheets |
Basic Excel and Intermediate Excel |
| 5 |
Databases |
Basic Access and Intermediate Access |
| 6 |
Presentations |
Powerpoint |
| 7 |
Using Email and the Internet |
Email and Internet |
You can book a course or exam by phoning 028 9027 0707 or email digitalservicestraining@belfastcity.gov.uk.
Our Information Technology Training Team has over 20 years of experience in
providing training in all areas of computing, from basic awareness to advanced
level courses.
Scheduled exam dates are listed below. New dates are added on a quarterly basis.