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English Computer Users Information Communications Technology
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716 students

English Computer Users Information Communications Technology

Comprehensive course in the English of computing from computer essentials through to programming, web design, job search
Created byJonathan M
Last updated 11/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • This course teaches students the language and skills they need to understand and work in the world of computers.
  • The course develops all four skills - listening, reading, speaking and writing - through a wide range of activities which present the key language and allow the learner to practise the most important vocabulary and structures in a meaningful and student-centred way.
  • English for Computer Users Information Communications Technology English for ICT
  • A focus on terminology is combined with vocabulary and grammar practice to give students the tools to use English in areas such as describing features and functions, applying for jobs and discussing the world of ICT.
  • 30 topic-based units covering everything from computer essentials through to programming, web design, job-hunting, and future technologies.
  • Each of the 30 topic-based units covers a different aspect of information technology, from Operating systems to Input/Output devices for the disabled. The units contain a wealth of authentic texts which are up to date in their content.

Course content

2 sections18 lectures5h 53m total length
  • Unit 1 Living in a digital age16:16
  • Reading: Unit 1 Living in a digital age6:06
  • Vocabulary List Unit 1 Living in a digital age5:37
  • Grammar Vocab Unit 1 Living in a digital age3:13

    Explore vocabulary from the digital age by identifying nouns, adjectives, and adverbs, with examples such as word processor, monitor, and how computers assist students in performing operations online.

  • Vocabulary Exercise Meaning Unit 1 Living in a digital age9:14
  • LANGUAGE work + Listening COLLOCATIONS VERBS + NOUNS PHRASES UNIT 125:27
  • USEFUL LANGUAGE UNIT 122:23
  • UNIT 2 HARDWARE AND VERBS20:21
  • What's a computer? Reading Vocab and LISTENING types of computers Unit 226:22

    Explain what a computer is by describing data input, processing, and output, and outline hardware, software, cpu, main memory, peripherals, storage, and mainframe, desktop, laptop, tablet pc, and pda.

  • CLASSIFYING PERIPHERALS " Language work unit 2 section 418:01
  • UNIT 3 INSIDE THE PC SYSTEM : WARM UP QUESTIONS6:40
  • UNIT 3 INSIDE THE SYSTEM 2 READING , QUESTIONS, VOCABULARY35:31
  • UNIT 3 WHICH WHO THAT EXERCISES PC SYSTEM AND LISTENING41:13
  • Buying a computer at the computer store28:19
  • unit 4 language focus Computer Shop41:38
  • Vocabulary Computer unit 412:12

    Organize unit four vocabulary into cpu, memory, and peripherals; use terms like processor, ram, rom, hard drive, keyboard, webcam, and printer; then draft a computer recommendation email for internet.

Requirements

  • None n/a
  • The course does not require a specialist knowledge of computers and is ideal for anyone who needs to understand the English of computing for study or work.

Description

Technical reading texts and realistic listening material keep learners up-to-date with recent developments in the fast-moving world of computing.

  • A comprehensive glossary of computer terms and acronyms provide valuable language support for students.

  • contains 30 topic-based units covering everything from computer essentials through to programming, web design, job-hunting, and future technologies.

  • offers up to date material on this fast moving area. The course does not require a specialist knowledge of computers

In line with the latest developments in Information Communications Technology (ICT), this course teaches students the language and skills they need to understand and work in the world of computers. The 30 topic-based units cover everything from computer essentials through to programming, web design, job hunting, and future technologies. A focus on terminology is combined with vocabulary and grammar practice to give students the tools to use English in areas such as describing features and functions, applying for jobs and discussing the world of ICT. With the support of clear explanations, no specialist knowledge of ICT is required, making this course ideal for anyone who needs to understand the English of computing for study or work.

Computers are an essential part of everyone's day-to-day lives and are becoming more important all the time. Can you imagine living without a computer, the Internet or your smart phone for even just one day?

It would be almost impossible! We've put together this list of computer vocabulary because these days, English language learners have to know how to talk about computers for both their personal and professional lives. People use computers constantly and even more so than for other fields, English is the dominant language for subjects such as computer science, programming and web design.

In this Course, you will learn all of the vocabulary you need to speak about computers, technology, and the Internet in English.


Who this course is for:

  • For learners at the intermediate level who need to be able to understand and use the English of computing for study or work.
  • Computers Users looking to master english in their ICT careers
  • Information Communications Technology Students and Learners
  • Software developers looking to improve their English as a Second Language skills
  • For intermediate level learners who need English for computing.