2026 ALTOZ INSTITUTE KIDS BASIC COMPUTER & IT SKILLS CLASS: AGES 9-13

 SESSION 3: FEBRUARY 7 THROUGH MARCH 1, 2026

                                                      DAYS: SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS ONLY

Project Background:

• The United States of America accounts for approximately 24.4 million children aged 9 to 13 years in 2025
• 2023 data showed that 90% of children aged 9 to 17 years in the US have access to a desktop or laptop.
• Empirical observations by the Altoz Institute team revealed that:
  • Kids lack the appropriate understanding of the complex computer system
  • That creates a gap that needs to be filled
  • This Altoz Institute basic computer skills class addresses this gap.
• Median annual wage in the USA for computer and IT occupations is $105,990 as of May 2024 (US Bureau of Labor Statistics)
• Industry job growth projection from 2021 to 2031 is a two-digit figure: 14.6% (US Bureau of Labor Statistics)
• Altoz Institute prepares children for future lavish careers in Computer Sciences and Information Technology (IT).

Class Learning Outcomes:

• Identify each piece of the complex computer system,
• Identify the functions of each piece of the complex computer system
• Identify the parts and functions of the whole computer system
• Identify various software needed to make the complex computer system work.
• Develop new computer and IT operation skills related to the 4 Areas of Learning and Practices (ALP) of this training.

Class Learning Objectives:

This class will do the following related to computer system elements and IT:

• Define the computer, hardware, and software
• Identify types of personal computers: desktop and Laptop
• Identify the inside parts of a computer and its functions
• Identify the outside part of the computer and its functions
• Teach computer setup/hardware assembly
• Analyze and practice computer networking (Internet/intranet): Modem & Router
• Analyze operating system software: definition and application using Microsoft Windows, MacOS, and Linux
• Analyze application software: definition, types, examples, and differences
• Understand utility software: antivirus, backup, file manager, and disk compression
• Understand Database software: Oracle, MS Access
• Identify mobile device software: Android and Apple iOS
• Practice with Microsoft Application Pack: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook
• Analyze programming, coding, software, and hardware: examples, connections, and differences
• Identify and practice internet web Browsers vs. search engines: Google Chrome, Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Safari VS Google Search.
• Identify and utilize teleconferencing software: Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, TeamViewer, Webex Meeting, …
• Understand device drivers versus computer drivers: for the printer and scanner
• Analyze and understand cloud computing: definition, examples, and access
• Identify and describe main cloud computing platforms: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud, and Azure Cloud
• Explore the utilization of the Amazon Web Services platform as a practice case
• Identify Cloud Computing Services: PaaS, IaaS, and SaaS
• Analysis, understand, and practice the use of AI: history, evolution, 7 main tools, pros and cons, AI tool creation platforms, and areas of application
• Practice the use of AI: ChatGPT and Google Gemini

CLASS DATES AND CURRICULUM:

Specifically, the students will have the opportunity to learn while having fun, the following computer and IT operations skills:

02/07-13/2026: WEEK 1: Area of Learning and Practice (ALP) 1: Components of a Computer/Hardware

• Definition of computer, hardware, and software.
• Central Processing Unit: Inside Parts versus Outside Parts
• Keyboarding
• Mouse types and parts
• Connection cords: power, internet, Ethernet, HDMI,..
• Content Display part: Screen/Monitor
• Types of personal computers: Laptop and Desktop
• Types of Printers and Scanners: output and output tools
• Computer set up/Hardware pieces Assemblage
• Computer Networking (Intranet/Intranet): Modem & Router
• Test of Knowledge: computer games/Quizzes.

02/14-20/2026: WEEK 2: Area of Learning and Practice (ALP) 2: Computer Basic Software

• Computer Software: Definition, types, examples, and differences
• Operating System Software (computer and mobile devices): MS Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS.
• Utility Software: Antivirus, Backup, Disk and File management, and compression.
• Application Software: definition, examples, specific functions, and areas of application.
• Microsoft Application Pack: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Programming Software: Java, Python,
• Internet Browsers versus Search Engines: Google, Chrome, Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Google Search, Bing.
• Teleconferencing Software: Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet
• Device Drivers versus Computer Drivers: printer, scanner, digital camera,
• Cloud Computing: Definition, examples, Access
• Test of Knowledge: Games testing the knowledge acquired/Quizzes

02/21-27/2026: WEEK 3: Area of Learning and Practice (ALP) 3: Basic Functions of a Computer

• Identify the functions of a computer system
• Functions of a computer’s parts:
• Inside Parts: case, power supply, motherboard, CPU, hard drive, SSD, RAM, graphics card, wireless card, video card, sound card, CD/DVD-ROM reader/driver.
• Outside Parts: Monitor, Printer, Scanner, Modem, Router, Keyboard, Mouse, Camera, and Speaker.
• Identify the basic function of the Internet
• Connecting the computer to the power source
• Starting the computer: the start button
• Installing the operating system, applications, and drivers
• Computer Environment: the screen display, software location, and usage
• Input information to the computer: keyboards, mice, scanners
• Creating a naming file
• Creating and naming a document
• Storage: Saving documents to hard drives, SSDs, and cloud storage
• Exploring the file
• Exploring the document
• Executing the instruction received: the processor (CPU), calculation, and execution of programs.
• Display and transmit the results: via monitor, printer, and speaker.
• Test of Knowledge: Games testing the knowledge acquired/Team Projects

02/27-03-06/2026: WEEK 4: Area of Learning and Practice (ALP) 4: Operating Computer Practice, Final

               Review and Graduation/Certificate of Completion

• AI Tool: history and evolution, description, importance, pros and cons, practice for search, and real-life areas of using AI.
• Practice the use of AI: ChatGPT and Google Gemini setup and usage
• Continue operating the computer Tasks
• Final Review: computer games, Group competition games
• Graduation Ceremony and Digital Delivery of Certificate of Completion (PDF)

 Letters Grading Scale:

GENERAL PROGRAM INFORMATION:

• Children Ages: 9-13 Years old
• Course Materials: 
• Full computer with accessories: Central Unit, screen, cords, multifunction printer, earphones, mouse, keyboards, external speakers,…
• Computer Specifications: Basic or minimum specifications required for a working computer.
• Computer connected to the Internet service during the class session
• Zoom Application installed on the computer
• YouTube channel available on the computer
• Google Search, Edge, and Chrome are installed on the computer
• Create and activate a Gmail email for practice and access to the weekly quizzes, homework assignments, and projects in Google Classroom
• Notebook and pen
• Class Groups/Schedules/Class Sizes/Practice Groups:
• Class Group 1: Weekdays: Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
• Class Group 2: Weekends: Saturday: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM/ Sunday: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
• Class Size: 15 students
• Practice Groups: (1) Microsoft Group: 9&10 Years Old; (2) IBM Group: 11&12 Years Old; (3)  Mac Group: 13 Years Old
• Enrollment Period:
• January-February 10, 2026 on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Group size is limited: 15
• Enrollment Question: Contact 832 258 1893/ Or email us at: info@altozinstitute.org
• HOW TO ENROLL YOUR CHILD:
• COMPLETE AND SUBMIT THE GOOGLE CHILD/CHILDREN ENROLLMENT FORM AT: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2lEsFGyS3KgA1PlaptAKlEnP9Tbamx-ybIWuR73iSVXes8g/viewform?usp=header
• AFTER SUBMITTING THE ENROLLMENT FORM, MAKE THE FULL ZELLE PAYMENT USING: zouetchou@gmail.com Or 832 258 1893
• CashApp/Zelle Number: 832 258 1893
• PAYMENT OUTSIDE USA: Rio, Moneygram, or Western Union.
• Class Start/End:
• Class Start: Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 11:00 AM
• Class End: Sunday, March 1, at 19:00
• Class Session Length: 02H with 5 min break every 30 min
• Altoz Institute and Parents Preparation Meeting: Wednesday February 4, 2026, at 19:00 PM (CDT)
• Venue: Online on Zoom
• Join the Zoom class with the below ID and Passcode:
• Meeting ID: 837 6694 3764
• Meeting Passcode: 845013
• Parent Responsibilities:
• Be at home for the class with the child on the class day because they are minors.
• Have the child be focused and quiet, not distracted.
• Help the child to participate actively in the teaching and practices.
• Pay the child program fee and agree that the child’s disturbing behavior during a class session will result in his/her dismissal from that session after 3 warnings.
• Parent shall log in the child with the child’s full name 15 minutes before the class starts.
• The parent making the payment accepts the program rules, contents, delivery method, price, and discount arrangements.
• Media and Artwork Release Statement: By registering for and participating in any Altoz Institute of Healthcare and Technology class/activity, the parent/guardian/student/contractor/visitor acknowledge and give consent to the use/media release of photos, videos, voice, names, and artwork taken or recorded during a class/activity session for event highlights, promotional materials, and social media posts related to the Altoz Institute archiving/communication/commercial efforts.
• Price and Discount:
• 1 child: $130
• Special Discount: ABC’s affiliates and other groups members: $125 per child for a group of 4 children.
• Zelle Pay to: zouetchou@gmail.com
• CashApp/Zelle Number: 832 258 1893
• Payment Memo/Text: “2026 Altoz Kids Computer Class”
• Full tuition is required before the beginning of the class on February 7, 2026.
• All payments become final after the first class session is completed.
• Fee benefits: access to 8 classes and practices, receive a certificate of completion during the graduation ceremony.

Program Contacts: (1) Heribert Zouetchou, PhD, Altoz Institute’s President and CEO: 832 258 1893 (2) Rodrigue Menoukeu Ngondji, Infographer, IT Department Head (+23797619346).  Office Location: Katy, Texas, USA.

Altoz Institute IT Department Team