Element 1

Develop Keyboarding techniques to key in alpha and numeric text and symbols or special characters, using a standard alphanumeric keyboard

PC

1.1

Text entry settings established for line spacing, font size, and page margins are consistent with information provided and output required.

1.2

Keyboarding techniques are used to key in sentences and paragraphs containing alpha and numeric entries, symbols and special characters, of a minimum of 1000 keystrokes, in accordance with information provided and output required.

Element 2

Identify and apply keyboarding techniques and ergonomic practices to avoid overuse injuries.

PC

2.1

Positioning of fingers, wrists, forearms, and back, in relationship to the size, slope, and type of keyboard and workstation being used, is consistent with occupational health and safety guidelines for keyboarding operators.

2.2

Overuse syndrome prevention techniques are demonstrated in relation to posture and technique in accordance with occupational health and safety guidelines for keyboarding operators.

2.3

Concepts of ergonomic practice relating to keyboarding are explained in accordance with occupational health and safety guidelines for keyboarding operators.

2.4

Workstation care and maintenance are described in relation to keyboarding operations.