Basic Computer Literacy

The Basic Computer Literacy and BCL V.2 have both been replaced with the Basic Computer Literacy (Windows 10) Test.

Screen candidates to ensure that they have the basic computer skills they need to succeed with the Basic Computer Literacy test. Versions 1 and 2 are no longer available; please see the Basic Computer Literacy (Windows 10) Test.

What They Were Best Used For

• Pre-Employment Clerical Vetting: Screening new applicants or checking current employees to ensure they possess the necessary foundational skills to succeed in computer-facing roles.
• Auditing File Management Skills: Verifying that a candidate can organize files, map directories, and navigate the Windows operating system software correctly.
• Testing Internet and Email Etiquette: Checking an applicant’s basic ability to browse the web safely, search for data, and properly format corporate emails.
• Measuring Application Software Comfort: Evaluating how fluidly an operator interacts with standard office software programs and interactive screen prompts via digital simulation.
• Checking Basic Hardware Terminology: Confirming the candidate understands core technical terms and can identify the main parts of a computer system.

Since this version has been retired, let me know if you would like me to pull the details for the updated Basic Computer Literacy (Windows 10) replacement test, or look for specific software tests (like Word or Excel modules).

The Basic Computer Literacy assessment evaluates a candidate’s knowledge of general computer terms. It also determines a candidate’s ability to manage files, work with a Windows operating system and application software, as well as access the Internet. It consists of both multiple choice and simulation items.

Time Allowed: 35 minute time limit
Maximum Number of Questions – 30 (16 Simulation| 14 Multiple Choice)
Number of Sittings – One
Designed for Unproctored Environment – Yes
Questions per Skill Level: 15 Beginning, 11 Intermediate, 4 Advanced
Question Format – Simulation, Multiple Choice
Product Category – Software Skills

Basic Computer Literacy V.2 (No longer available see Basic Computer Literacy (Windows 10) Test.)

The Basic Computer Literacy V2 assessment evaluates a candidate’s knowledge of general computer terms. It also determines a candidate’s ability to manage files, work with a Windows operating system and application software, access and browse the Internet, and send e-mails. It consists of both multiple choice and simulation items.

Job Family/Title: Computer User
Average Testing Time (minutes): 15
Time Allowed (minutes): 35
Number of Questions: 30 (16 simulation and 14 multiple choice)
Designed for Unproctored Environment: Yes
Question Format: Simulation and Multiple Choice
Product Category: Software Skills

This test measures proficiency in using a computer.

Test Topics Questions / Topic
Application Software 4
Computer Terms 6
Internet and E-mail 5
Managing Files 6
Operating System 4
Parts of the Computer 5