Computer Fundamentals Course in Doha, Qatar

The Computer Fundamentals course in Doha, Qatar is a starting point for adults who want to use a computer confidently at work and at home. It explains what the main parts of a computer do, how an operating system and applications fit together, and how to carry out everyday tasks without hesitation. Alongside practical skills, the course builds broader digital literacy: knowing how information is stored, shared and protected, and how to learn new software independently after the training ends.

Sessions are hands-on, with each participant working at a computer through short guided exercises that mirror real office tasks such as saving a document, attaching a file to an email or joining an online meeting. The trainer moves at a pace suited to beginners and checks understanding regularly, so nobody is left behind. Classroom and live online formats are available, and the course can run as an in-house program for organizations introducing new systems or supporting staff who are returning to office work.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify the main hardware components of a computer and describe what each one does

• Navigate Windows confidently using the Start menu, taskbar, File Explorer and Settings

• Create, save, rename and organize files and folders on local drives and OneDrive

• Produce simple documents, spreadsheets and presentations with Microsoft 365 apps

• Browse the web, search effectively and send email with attachments

• Recognize common online threats and apply basic habits for passwords and safe browsing

This course is designed for people with little or no computer experience who need dependable everyday digital skills.

• New employees joining office-based roles

• Administrative and front-desk staff moving to digital systems

• Field and operations staff who now use computers for reporting

• Job seekers building basic workplace computer skills

• Adults returning to work after a career break

Module 1: How Computers Work

• Desktops, laptops, tablets and smartphones compared

• Processor, memory, storage and input and output devices

• Operating systems, applications and files explained

• Starting up, signing in, locking and shutting down safely

Module 2: Working with Windows

• Desktop, Start menu, taskbar and notifications

• Opening, resizing and switching between windows

• Keyboard and mouse skills, including common shortcuts

• Changing display, sound and accessibility settings

Module 3: Files, Folders and Storage

• Using File Explorer to find and open files

• Creating folders and naming files sensibly

• Copying, moving, deleting and restoring from the Recycle Bin

• Saving to OneDrive and using USB drives

Module 4: Everyday Office Applications

• Typing and formatting a simple letter in Microsoft Word

• Entering data and simple totals in Microsoft Excel

• Building a short slide show in Microsoft PowerPoint

• Printing, saving as PDF and sharing documents

Module 5: Internet, Email and Online Meetings

• Using a web browser, tabs and bookmarks

• Searching effectively and judging website reliability

• Writing, replying to and organizing email

• Joining and taking part in a Microsoft Teams meeting

Module 6: Staying Safe Online

• Strong passwords, passphrases and multi-factor authentication

• Spotting phishing emails and suspicious links

• Keeping Windows and apps updated

• Protecting personal and workplace information

Government services, banking, healthcare and education in Qatar are increasingly delivered through online portals and digital tools, so basic computer skills are now expected in almost every job. Qatar National Vision 2030 places strong emphasis on developing people and building a knowledge-based economy. Giving employees solid digital literacy helps organizations adopt new systems smoothly, reduces avoidable errors and support requests, and allows every member of staff to take part fully in a connected workplace.

Join a scheduled class at our training center in Doha or attend live online. For organizations, the course can run as an in-house program at your premises or online, tailored to your sector, examples and schedule.