5. BIVLC Course Portfolio

We offer a wide range of I.C.T. (Information, Communication and Technology) courses.  Our total course offering can be seen below. However, we cannot run all of the courses during the same period due to tutor and room availability so we try to run a variety of courses each term, based on demand. If you are interested in attending one of our courses, please complete an enquiry form.

We will then add your details to our database and note your interest. You will then automatically receive our next programme of courses so that you can see if your desired course is running. This programme will also provide details of the Enrolment Day so that you can come along to register for a place on your chosen course.


If you are unable to decide which course will best meet your ICT learning needs, you may find our Flow Chart will help.

Computing for Absolute Beginners
To provide computer familiarisation for the total beginner    8 wks @ 2hrs

Introduction to Computing
To provide a taster for the more concentrated courses    4 wks @ 2 hrs

Basic Typing Skills
For people who need to develop typing skills as a preliminary to MS Word courses   
4 wks @ 2 hrs


Return to Work
Aimed at people who have been out of work to help bring their ICT skills up to date   
8 wks @ 2 hrs


Beginners Word Processing (Using MS Word)
To provide the basics for the inexperienced    4 wks @ 2 hrs

Intermediate Word Processing (Using MS Word)
To provide a follow on for people with a good basic understanding    4 wks @ 2 hrs

Beginners Spreadsheets (using MS Excel)
The basics of how to create/ set up records for manipulating data    4 wks @ 2hrs

Intermediate Spreadsheets (using MS Excel)
To provide a follow on for people with a good basic understanding    4 wks @ 2 hrs

Beginners Powerpoint (Using MS Powerpoint)
To provide the basics in creating presentations    4 wks @ 2 hrs

Intermediate Powerpoint (Using MS Powerpoint)
To provide a follow on for people with a good basic understanding    4 wks @ 2 hrs

Beginners database (Using MS Access)
To provide the basics on setting up and using a simple database    3 wks @ 2 hrs

Beginners desk top publishing (Using MS Publisher)
To provide basics in creating and editing text, insert and manipulate backgrounds and graphics within documents    4 wks @ 2 hrs

Intermediate desk top publishing (Using MS Publisher)
To provide a follow on using clipart, editing text, shapes    4 wks @ 2hrs

Introduction to the internet
To provide a basic understanding of the internet and how to use it    4 wks @ 2 hrs

Photo editing & scanning (Using MS Photo Editor)
To provide an introduction in using a scanner and editing graphics    3 wks @ 2hrs

Graphics within Word
This course covers some of the graphical features available within Microsoft Word 2000/2002.
 (Follows on from Photo-Editing & Scanning)    4 wks @ 2hrs


Web design for Beginners 
An introduction to setting up and designing your own website    - under development

Basic Computer Housekeeping
How to manage and keep your computer running smoothly for maximum efficiency and a longer life    1 wk @ 3 hrs

Introduction to Digital Photography
An introduction which covers how digital photography works, explains the jargon and gives tips on how to use your camera more effectively    1 wk @ 3 hrs

Digital Photography Stage 2
This new course is aimed at those who attended the Introduction. It will cover how to download your images to a computer, file management and printing    1 wk @ 3 hrs

Introduction to Digital Imaging

At last, a more in depth course which covers importing photos, Adobe Photo shop and general advice on cameras, printing and  scanning . 4 wks @ 2hrs

Introduction to Mail Merge
A new course which will take you through the steps to create address labels.
For Microsoft Word 2000 and 2002 users.    1 wk @ 3 hrs

PC Repair & Maintenance

Aimed at people with some PC knowledge who want to be able to look inside the box and carry out basic upgrades e.g. add memory, hard disk, CD/DVD reader/writer etc. Also covers routine maintenance tasks using windows built in utilities and 3rd party software.
6wks @ 2.5 hrs

If you are unable to decide which course will best meet your ICT learning needs, you may find our Flow Chart will help.


We also hope to be able to offer in-house ICT training to small businesses later this year. This means that our ICT tutor would deliver a bespoke course to meet the specific needs of your organisation within your own premises. If you are interested in this facility, please contact

Estelle Ellwood
Course Co-ordinator

Telephone number: 0701 741 7754

You can also send your details via email to
 estelle.ellwood@blackislevirtuallearningcentre.co.uk


We are also looking for additional  tutors so if you have ICT skills in a specific area and would be able to spare a few hours to teach other people, please contact

Estelle Ellwood
Course Co-ordinator

Telephone number: 0701 741 7754

You can also send your details via email to
 estelle.ellwood@blackislevirtuallearningcentre.co.uk


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