A computer application (often called an application, app, or software application) is a type of computer program designed to help users perform specific tasks. It is software you use on a computer or device to do a particular job.

Description of Computer Application

A computer application is a software program designed to perform specific tasks for a user. It allows people to use a computer to do various activities such as writing documents, browsing the internet, creating presentations, managing data, or communicating with others.

Computer applications provide a user-friendly interface that makes it easy for individuals to interact with the computer hardware, software and complete their work efficiently. These applications can be installed on computers, accessed online through web browsers, or downloaded on mobile devices.

Computer applications interact with peripherals (such as printers, scanners, and photocopy machines) to help users perform tasks that involve input, output, or duplication of information. These devices rely on applications to send, receive, interpret, and process data.

Objectives of Computer Applications

• To enable efficient task performance Computer applications are designed to help users complete tasks such as writing, calculating, designing, and communicating more quickly and accurately.
• To provide user-friendly interaction with computers Applications offer graphical interfaces and easy-to-use tools that make technology accessible even to non-technical users.
• To support business operations and decision-making Specialized applications analyze data, generate reports, and assist in strategic planning and automation.

Target Group

Target Groups for Computer Application, covering primary schools, secondary schools (Form II, Form IV, Form VI), and various professions such as accountants, Teachers and engineers. Computer applications are designed for different groups of people depending on their learning level, professional needs, and the tasks they want to perform

Course Content;

• Introduction to computer hardware and software
• Microsoft package; Microsoft word, Microsoft excel, Microsoft power point and Microsoft publisher
• Internet and email
• How to use Printer, scanner & photocopy machine
• Introduction of artificial intelligence (AI)
• Computer protection

Learning Outcome of Computer Applications

After learning Computer Applications a learner should be able to:

 Understand Basic Computer Concepts

 Use common computer application confidently

 Operate computer peripherals such as printer, photocopiers & projectors

 Increase academic and professional productivity

Mode of Payment

Payment will be made through the Government Electronic Payment Gateway (GEPG) control number upon confirmation of the participants’ to the Mbeya University of Science and Technology.

Contact:

Name:                  Anthony Leonard Chaula

                            Justus Buberwa Joseph

Phone number: +255 768 39 39 60

                          +255 747 23 53 16

Email:                  matatala1@gmail.com