Computer Fundamentals
Learn to use a computer with confidence: understand hardware and software, work with Windows, files, the internet and Microsoft 365 apps, and stay safe online at work.
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Use the internet and email confidently and safely: browse and search effectively, use online services and cloud storage, write clear emails and recognize scams and phishing.
The Internet and Email Essentials course in Doha, Qatar introduces the online skills needed in modern workplaces and daily life. Participants learn how the internet and web browsers work, how to search efficiently and judge whether information is trustworthy, how to use online forms, portals and cloud storage, and how to send, receive and organize email professionally. The course also explains video calls and instant messaging, which have become routine ways of working with colleagues and customers.
Safety runs through every session. Participants learn to spot phishing emails, fake websites and online scams, create strong passwords, use multi-factor authentication and protect their personal information. All activities are practical and paced for beginners, using common tools such as Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Outlook and Gmail. The course is offered in the classroom or live online and can be arranged as an in-house program for organizations introducing staff to email and online systems for the first time.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Use a web browser confidently with tabs, bookmarks, history and downloads
Search effectively and evaluate whether online information is reliable
Complete online forms and use e-services and cloud storage securely
Write, reply to, forward and organize professional emails with attachments
Join video calls and use instant messaging for work
Recognize phishing, scams and fake websites and respond appropriately
This course is suitable for beginners who need to use the internet and email confidently for work.
Employees getting a work email account for the first time
Support, operations and service staff moving to online systems
Adults wanting confidence with e-government and banking services
Job seekers preparing for office roles
Staff who want safer everyday online habits
How the internet, websites and web addresses work
Connecting to Wi-Fi and mobile data safely
Browsers such as Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome
Tabs, bookmarks, history and downloads
Search techniques, keywords and filters
Evaluating sources and spotting misinformation
Completing online forms and using e-services
Storing and sharing files with cloud storage
Email addresses, inbox, sent items and folders
Writing, replying, reply all and forwarding
Adding attachments and saving received files
Using Outlook and Gmail on computer and phone
Clear subject lines, tone and structure
CC, BCC and email etiquette at work
Video calls with Microsoft Teams or Zoom
Instant messaging and professional conduct online
Recognizing phishing emails and fake websites
Strong passwords, password managers and multi-factor authentication
Secure HTTPS connections and public Wi-Fi risks
Protecting personal data and privacy settings
Qatar has moved many government, banking, utility and healthcare services online, and most employers now communicate by email and video calls. People who can use these channels confidently save time and gain fuller access to services, while safe online habits protect individuals and organizations from fraud. Building basic digital skills across the population supports the inclusive human development set out in Qatar National Vision 2030 and the country's broader digital government agenda.
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.
It is a beginner course in Doha teaching how to browse and search the web, use online services and cloud storage, send and organize professional email, join video calls and protect yourself from phishing and online scams.
It suits beginners who need email and internet skills for work, including staff receiving a work email account for the first time, operations and service employees, job seekers and adults who want confidence with online services.
Not necessarily. If you can already use a mouse, keyboard and basic Windows functions, you can join this course directly. If you have never used a computer, Computer Fundamentals provides a broader starting point and covers some of the same online topics.
Yes. It can be delivered at your premises or online and tailored to your sector, the email and online systems your staff use, and your schedule. Contact Leaders Training Center to plan an in-house program.
Tell us a little about yourself and an advisor will contact you about batch timings, fees and eligibility. No obligation.
Sat–Thu: 09:00–22:00Fri: 08:00–22:00
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