402_IT_X by NCERT

Domestic Data Entry Operator (Job Role)

Qualification Pack Overview

  • Ref. Id: SSC/Q2212

  • Sector: Information Technology and Information Technology enabled Services (IT–ITeS)

  • Relevant for students in Class X for the academic year 2023-24.

Publication Details

First Edition

  • Date: November 2022

  • ISBN: 978-93-5580-007-7

  • Published by: National Council of Educational Research and Training, New Delhi

  • Team In Charge:

    • Publication Head: Anup Kumar Rajput

    • Chief Production Officer: Arun Chitkara

    • Chief Business Manager: Vipin Dewan

    • Editor: Bijnan Sutar

  • All rights reserved; reproduction without permission is prohibited.

Foreword

National Curriculum Framework (NCF) 2005

  • Emphasizes integrating work and education, fostering skills and knowledge.

  • Highlights the value of work for personal and social development.

  • Stresses the importance of Vocational Education and Training (VET).

National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF)

  • Introduces levels of knowledge, skills, and attitudes to ensure quality in education and vocational training.

  • Common principles for a recognized qualification system applied across various educational institutions.

About the Textbook

Importance of IT-ITeS Sector

  • The sector is rapidly growing and crucial both in India and globally.

  • Massive data management is needed due to outsourcing data entry processes.

  • Job Role: Domestic Data Entry Operators (DDEO) perform vital data entry tasks.

Skills Required for DDEO

  • Fast and accurate data entry skills.

  • Knowledge of technology trends, database management systems, and IT initiatives.

  • Awareness of software tools for effective data handling.

Textbook Structure and Content

Learning Outcomes

  • The textbook aims to provide hands-on experiences for acquiring skills pertinent to the DDEO role, aligned with National Occupational Standards (NOSs).

Units Covered

  1. Digital Documentation (Advanced) using LibreOffice Writer

    • Introduction to styles, working with images, advanced features.

  2. Electronic Spreadsheet (Advanced) using LibreOffice Calc

    • Data analysis including scenarios and goal seeking.

  3. Database Management System using LibreOffice Base

    • Understanding databases, creating tables, queries, forms, reports.

  4. Maintain Healthy, Safe and Secure Working Environment

    • Health and safety practices in the workplace.

Acknowledgements

Contribution Recognition

  • Thanks to the NCERT team, reviewers, and participating organizations for their support in developing this textbook.

Content Preview

  • Units:

    • Unit 1: Digital Documentation (Advanced)

    • Unit 2: Electronic Spreadsheet (Advanced)

    • Unit 3: Database Management System

    • Unit 4: Working Environment

Additional Resources

  • Practical activities and exercises are included to reinforce learning and application of skills.

Conclusion

In summary, this qualification pack for Domestic Data Entry Operators serves as a comprehensive resource, designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge needed in the rapidly evolving IT-ITeS industry. This initializes their career pathways while adhering to national standards.