Fox Computer Literacy Test

Introduction

The Fox School Computer Literacy Test (FCLT) is designed to assess your knowledge of basic computer skills such as Microsoft Office 2003 and Windows XP. If you regularly use the internet or software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint you should do just fine. These are skills that students should ideally possess before they enter the Fox School core. 

The Fox School’s Technology Committee has specified computer literacy skills for incoming freshman and transfer students. The topics below are what you will be tested on. If after reviewing them you feel you need some additional practice we recommend reading over a basic computer book or MS Office Tutorials.  If you pass the FCLT, you will have satisfied the FSBM computer requirement.

Please follow the category that best describes your student status:

Freshman:
If you are a new student entering the Fox School in the fall 2008 semester or after, you are required to take the FCLT test during your first semester at Temple.  Passing the test will satisfy the Fox School’s computer literacy requirement and you will be permitted to register for FSBM core classes.

Transfer:
If you are a transfer student entering the Fox School and fall into the category of core-to-core or 45+ transfer credit hours and have not yet satisfied the FSBM computer requirement, you are strongly encouraged to take the FCLT.  To be certain, all transfer students should first verify this information with their FSBM Undergraduate Advisor.

If you pass the FCLT, you will have satisfied the FSBM computer requirement and will be waived from taking CIS 1055, formerly (CIS 55). However, you still may need to take a ‘Science B’ required course if you are not a core to core or 45+ transfer core student; you should check the UG bulletin or with your FSBM advisor.

If you pass the FCLT you will not be permitted to take the CIS 1055 or 1095 course. The University does not allow students who pass higher level Math or Language to go back and take lower level courses. (The same occurs if a student places higher due to exams/placements test).

How to register to take the test:
To confirm a spot for the FCLT, please register using the Fox School’s registration system.  Testing sessions will be held throughout the semester and at various times. The date and times for the testing sessions can be viewed once you log into the Registration System
Prior to the test you will need to purchase a SAM 2003 Challenge 3.1 Key Code which can be obtained by visiting the Temple University Bookstore, 13th & Montgomery; or The TECH Center. If you purchase the key code from the Temple Bookstore (13th & Montgomery), it will be located behind the front registers. If you choose to purchase the key code from The Tech Center which is open 24/7; the key code will be located in the technology vending machine. The vending machine is located at the top of the spiral staircase and to the right. Note: The vending machine will only take Diamond Dollars.

The SAM 2003 Challenge 3.1 Key Code (ISBN # 1-4239-1276-4) will cost $15.00 plus tax. You MUST bring the SAM 2003 Challenge 3.1 Key Code with you on the day of the test as well as your Temple University ID.  Your results will be displayed after completion of the FCLT.


YOU WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO TAKE THE TEST WITHOUT THE KEY CODE OR YOUR TEMPLE ID!
Fox School Computer Literacy Test Topics

Word Processing (e.g., Word)

  1. typing, highlighting, and editing text
  2. cut, copy, paste
  3. formatting: margins, fonts, spacing, pagination, bullets, footnotes, headers and footers
  4. checking spelling and grammar
  5. print preview and printing
  6. using standard templates
  7. finding and replacing
  8. using word count
  9. using undo and help

Spreadsheets (e.g., Excel)

  1. creating small data files with variable headings
  2. cut, copy, paste
  3. inserting and formatting cells, rows, and columns
  4. creating formulas (e.g., to average or sum) and applying them to ranges of cells
  5. using simple built-in functions (average, sum)
  6. organizing, deleting, moving, and copying sheets
  7. formatting: margins, font style and size, line spacing, pagination, headers and footers
  8. sorting data
  9. previewing and printing options, including border options
  10. using undo and help

Presentations (e.g., PowerPoint)

  1. creating slides
  2. entering, editing, deleting and formatting text
  3. cut, copy, paste
  4. formatting: font style and size, backgrounds
  5. organizing: copying, deleting, and rearranging slides, slide sorter feature
  6. previewing and printing
  7. using undo and help

Internet

  1. browsing
  2. downloading
  3. searching

OS/File Management/General

  1. creating and organizing folders to manage files
  2. opening, saving, copying, moving, and deleting files
  3. managing multiple windows
  4. detecting, preventing, and removing viruses