Computer Essentials

ICT Technician · Level 6  ·  5 Chapters

Where this takes you

Learning Computer Essentials gives you practical skills that are highly valued in Kenya’s fast-growing digital economy. Whether you want to work for a company, start your own business, or support your community, these abilities open doors to many opportunities.

  • ICT Support in County Governments and Schools: County offices, public schools, and health facilities employ technicians to maintain computers, set up workstations, and solve hardware/software issues—your skills will make you a valuable asset.
  • Jua Kali and Small Business Services: Many jua kali artisans and small business owners need help assembling, upgrading, or repairing computers and peripherals. You can offer these services for a fee, or start your own shop.
  • Cyber Cafés and Matatu Saccos: Cyber cafés rely on technicians to keep their computers running smoothly, while matatu saccos use computers for route management and financial records—your skills will keep their systems efficient.
  • Corporate Offices and Hospitality Industry: Hotels, banks, and supermarkets need staff who can set up computers, manage files, and troubleshoot technical issues, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Self-Employment and Entrepreneurship: With these skills, you can start a freelance business offering computer setup, maintenance, and data management services to individuals, schools, and local businesses.
  • Agribusiness and KTDA: Tea factories and agribusinesses use computers for inventory, payroll, and communication; skilled technicians are needed to assemble and maintain these systems.

Mastering computer essentials gives you a foundation to build your future—whether you dream of employment, entrepreneurship, or making a difference in your community, your skills will always be in demand.

Chapters

1
Manage computer devices
24 topics
✓ Notes Ready
2
Manage desktop settings
10 topics
✓ Notes Ready
3
Perform file management
9 topics
✓ Notes Ready
4
Manage computer software
13 topics
✓ Notes Ready
5
To Perform online jobs
9 topics
✓ Notes Ready

Revise this unit

Exam-style questions 70 Written to CDACC standard, with answers Test yourself 201 Multiple-choice, one at a time Practise questions 117 Quick recall — check you know the facts
3 more for this unit

Beyond the syllabus

Decision simulator 5 On site, what would you do? Workplace scenarios 82 Real site situations — what would you do? Turn this into income 36 Where this skill earns — what to charge, how to find clients