Essentials courseware is anchored in the professional and practical needs of all types of students. This brief introduction to computing essentials gives students a basic foundation in computer hardware, operating systems, and Windows and PC Applications.

The 'learning-by-doing' approach encourages students to grasp the concepts as they expand their skills through hands-on tutorials. It consists of modular lessons that are built around a series of numbered step-by-step procedures that are clear, concise, and easy to review.