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Thanks Irnbru for sharing all of this information! I agree that the ICDL/ECDL credits look useful for home/office computer users. I'm glad that you told me about them. I'd like to take them, but the cost comparison to CLEP is an issue. If I can find out what the price is locally, I'll be sure to post it. Thanks again.
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irnbru Wrote:The international ICDL/ECDL website is here:
European Computer Driving Licence Foundation
This links to the website specific for the US here:
ICDL US
I can only go on the pricing from what I can remember from looking at the ECDL. The programme requires a workbook, which a couple of years ago cost either 40 GBP (~65 USD) or 20 GBP (~32 USD) but I can't remember which. The price of the tests themselves I remember being quoted 20 GBP (~32USD) each from a college. The training/courseware is not a requisite, so a student can just go ahead and sit a test. I think some libraries may have been offering these even cheaper. Training/studying material might well be offered free at libraries, as that's how it's done in the UK but there are commercial courses, too.
They were interesting to me as EC apply each of the seven tests as 1 LL applied professional college credit. So seven possible credits for 180 GBP (~290 USD). Their prevalance was an attraction at the time so if you have a CLEP testing centre nearby the cost probably makes a CLEP a better option.
The topics are very straight-forward computer applications theory and practice, e.g. using a wordprocessor, spreadsheets or presentation. Here's the wikipedia page:
European Computer Driving Licence - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
For IT professionals, these were probably skipped over as too elementary compared to CCNA, etc. For other students, they might not realise that they are very entry-level tests and dismiss them.
Obviously not an option for everyone but it's nice to have options 
looks pretty interesting...
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11-12-2010, 07:39 PM
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Definitely easy enough, but I don't know about the cost.
Edit: $89, apparently. Too expensive for one credit.
Windows Vista® for the Business Worker (Vista2007)
Credit Type: Exam
ACE Course Number: 0027
Organization: Certiport, Inc.
Location: Testing centers worldwide
Dates Offered: 10/1/2007 - Present
Description: This certification exam was developed based on a product task analysis that defined the skills required for an experienced Windows Vista user. This exam measures the ability to protect, optimize, and troubleshoot computers running Windows Vista and to evaluate the ability to manage mobile and remote computers, software, devices, files and folders, and customizing the Windows Vista experience. This exam consists of 38 performance-based and multiple choice exam items. The exam is delivered in a simulated Windows Vista environment, and examinees must complete the exam within a 50 minute time limit.
Skills Measured: 15% Protecting Your Computer: Manage the Windows firewall and malicious software protection; configure Windows update settings; lock a computer; manage Internet Explorer security; and configure local user accounts. 12% Managing Remote and Mobile Computing: Manage the computer power state, network connections, and remote computer access; connect to another computer; and synchronize folders among computers. 15% Managing Software, Disks, and Devices: Manage software, disks, devices and drives, and display settings; configure multiple monitors; and install and configure a printer. 21% Managing Files and Folders: Manage Windows Explorer settings and secure folders; share folders; search for files and folders; organize files within folders; manage files; and back up and restore files and folders. 6% Collaborating with Other People: Collaborate in real time; present information to an audience; and communicate in real time with Windows Messenger. 12% Customizing Your Vista Experience: Customize and modify the Start menu and the taskbar; personalize the appearance and sound of the computer; and manage the Windows Sidebar. 19% Optimizing and Troubleshooting Your Computer: Increase processing speed; locate troubleshooting information and system information; repair a network connection; recover from software errors; troubleshoot printing errors; recover the operating system from a problem; and request and manage remote assistance.
Credit Recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Computer Applications, Information Technology, or Computer Information Systems (1/09).
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