Aptech launches three new computer courses

For the children in the age group of 6-18,Aptech Computer is offering three new computer courses during this summer vacation. Under the Vidya Junior umbrella,the three variants for children include ‘Whiz kids’ for children aged 6-12 years,‘Wonder Teens’ for 13 to 15 age group and ‘Web Wizard’ for those between 15 and 18 years.

“Vidya Junior is aimed at teaching children exactly what they need to learn for their age and interest,forming a link in the IT literacy and basic education of children,” said Anuj Kacker,global head-retail education (international and domestic) Aptech Limited. ‘Whiz kids’ includes the basics of computers. The course is of approximately 40-hour duration and also covers painting,using computers and basic animation. The course blends in interaction,making learning fun for children.

‘Wonder Teens’ focuses on MS Office and fundamentals of the Internet,along with animation. This 40-hour course is aimed at encouraging teenagers to explore the various avenues in computers through an interactive learning atmosphere.

‘Web Wizards’ focuses on MS Office,the Internet,fundamentals of HTML,animation and front page. These students follow an 80-hour course,laying a strong base for further studies in the field of computers. The programmes are made interactive using animated CD-based learning. Each student is assigned to a computer to ensure that all children are confident of working with the machine.