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* Data management
* Data management
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*Word Processing
*Spreadsheets
*Presentation Software
*Web tools
*Artificial Intelligence
*Computer Scripting


== How to prepare ==
== How to prepare ==
A bulleted list of practical preparation strategies, such as practice methods, study areas,


or recommended experience.
* Practice for the [https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Certifications/IC3/Digital-Literacy-Certification/Overview.aspx IC3 digital literacy exam] that will be administered during the contest, the practice test mimics the real exam really well
* Download and sign up for the free trial of the [https://www.microsoft.com/en/microsoft-365/products-apps-services Microsoft office suite] (this is provided for you during the contest)
* Learn and play around with [https://www.tableau.com/ Tableau] and [https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/power-platform/products/power-bi Microsoft Power BI](these alternate most years at nationals and is commonly the hardest part)
* Know the general basics on how to use ChatGPT(there is an entire module on this)


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Revision as of 01:41, 25 January 2026

Technical Computer Applications

Overview

This contest evaluates student proficiency in utilizing professional software that is used in most business contexts.

Skills tested

  • Data management
  • Word Processing
  • Spreadsheets
  • Presentation Software
  • Web tools
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Scripting

How to prepare

  • Practice for the IC3 digital literacy exam that will be administered during the contest, the practice test mimics the real exam really well
  • Download and sign up for the free trial of the Microsoft office suite (this is provided for you during the contest)
  • Learn and play around with Tableau and Microsoft Power BI(these alternate most years at nationals and is commonly the hardest part)
  • Know the general basics on how to use ChatGPT(there is an entire module on this)