COPA (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant) is a one year duration, basic computercourse.
After passing out the training program, the trainee is awarded National Trade Certificate (NTC) by DGT (Directorate General Training), India.
ITI COPA Syllabus
1. COPA Theory
Introduction to computer and windows operating system Computer hardware and software installation Introduction of DOS and Linux OS Word processing, Electronic spreadsheet Open office and PowerPoint Database management system Computer communication and the internet Internet concepts, Web designing concepts JAVA Scripts, Visual basic for application Smart Accounting, E-Commerce, Cyber Security.
2. Employability Skills
Introduction to Computer Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel, Internet and web browser English Literacy, Communication Skills Industrial Skills, Productivity Business health and safety Environmental education Labor welfare act, Quality equipment.
3. Trade Practical
Computer components and Windows Operating system Computer hardware basics and Software installation Familiarization with DOS CLI and Linux operating systems, Using word processing software Using a Spreadsheet application Image editing Creating presentations and Using open office Database management, Configuration and using networks Internet concepts, Designing static web pages.
After completion of 1 year in COPA ( Computer Operator and Programming Assistant ) you can work as a
Self Employment
Career Options in Government Organizations There are a lot of options to make a career in government organizations
Data Entry Operator Data Entry means you have to add or insert data or information into a computer as a form of text or number from the source file.
Source files could be a book, handwritten note, PDF, or image.
Basic skills required for Data Entry Operator
Customer care centers
As a Data Entry Operator, you have to add, update or maintain data, Fill the documents, verification, and many more.
Computer Lab Assistant After completing COPA course you can join schools and colleges as a computer lab assistant to support them to use computer software and hardware.
You have to handle everything in the computer lab such as setting up the monitor, keyboard, mouse, disk drive, and CPU, installing software, setting up a lab for computer classes, etc.
Computer Trainer A computer trainer is some one who teaches students and people about computer softer and hardware in school, college, or any other computer training institutes.
Computer Operator A computer operator is someone who is responsible for controlling and monitoring the computer system. So they have to identify the errors and correct them, maintain the equipment related to the computer, and have to perform other tasks such as backing up, processing data, analyzing the system, etc.
After completing the COPA course you can get a chance to explore your career in this field as a computer operator.
Computer Programming Assistant After completing the COPA course, you can work as a computer programming assistant.
The programming assistant has to install and update computer programs as per the given advice. So this can be the best career option for you.
Teacher You can become a teacher after the COPA course and teach students in the ITI about the subjects relevant to COPA.
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