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Ccm 201: Computer Skills Question Paper

Ccm 201: Computer Skills

Course:Bachelor Of Science

Institution: University Of Kabianga question papers

Exam Year:2018

UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS.

SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND INFORMATION SCIENCES.

2017/2018 ACADEMIC YEAR.

SECOND YEAR FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION.

FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (COMPUTER SKILLS).

COURSE CODE: CCM 201.

COURSE TITLE: COMPUTER SKILLS.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Answer question ONE and any other TWO questions.

QUESTION ONE (COMPULSORY)-(30 MARKS)

a). i. Define word processor and explain any three of its features. (3 Marks)

ii. Discuss briefly the purpose of word processing and briefly explain any three factors to be considered when selecting word processor. (3 Marks)

b). i. Explain the difference between type over and insert mode in word processing. (2 Marks)

ii. Differentiate between foot notes and end footers in a document. (2 Marks)

c). Give four advantages of using a word processor over the typewriter. (2 Marks)

d). i. What is meant by the terms creating and editing a document? (2 Marks)

ii. Differentiate between workbook and work sheet. (2 Marks)

e). Give two advantages of using a template in a word processor. (4 Marks)

f). Explain the functions of the following alignment tools.(2 Marks)

i. Wrap text

ii. Shrink to print.

iii. Merge cells.

g). Briefly explain why it is important to save workbook before shutting down computer. (2 Marks)

h). Differentiate between data sorting and filtering. (2 Marks)

i). we can use mail merge to send letters. Give an account when to use mail merge. (2 Marks)

j). List down four types of data base models.2 Marks)

QUESTION TWO (20 MARKS)

a). What is Drop Cap, describe the steps followed when applying a Drop cap in a word document. (7 Marks)

b). What would happen to the cursor in a table when the following actions are done:

i. Pressing the tab key. (2 Marks)

ii. Pressing the shift + tab key. (2 Marks)

iii. Pressing enter key. (2 Marks)

c). Thesaurus is a term used in Microsoft word, state and explain the functions of thesaurus. (7 Marks)

QUESTION THREE (20 MARKS)

a). There arise need to insert new column in your worksheet to accommodate missing information. Outline procedure for doing it. (4 Marks)

b). Define Ms excel. (2 Marks)

c). Identify three formatting features applied on the worksheet. (3 Marks)

d). Briefly discuss any four features of database. (3 Marks)

e). Define primary key and state any two of its features. (2 Marks)

f). State at least 6 types of charts used in Ms excel for analysis and define what a chart is. (7 Marks)

QUESTION FOUR (20 MARKS)

a). An integrated package such as Microsoft Office contains several packages such word processor, a spreadsheet and database. Describe the purpose and different facilities offered by the following packages:

i. Word processor. (3 Marks)

ii. Spreadsheet. (3 Marks)

iii. Database. (3 Marks)

iv. PowerPoint. (2 Marks)

b). Clearly describe two disadvantages, other than cost, of an integrated package such as that described in part a) of this question. (4 Marks)

c). Differentiate between Moving and Copying of files by clearly illustrating how they are carried out. (5 Marks)

QUESTION FIVE (20 MARKS)

a). By giving five clear features for each, differentiate MS word from MS excel. (8 Marks)

b). Explain in details how use of computers can improve Education and training sector in Kenya giving appropriate examples. (6 Marks)

c). Discuss the importance of Ms. Office to an organization. (6 Marks)

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